Britain in the 1970s was undoubtedly an economic mess because of the oil price explosion.
Barbara Castle, Baroness Castle of BlackburnI will fight for what I believe in until I drop dead. And that's what keeps you alive.
Barbara Castle, Baroness Castle of BlackburnAnd that will increasingly dawn on people. The demand for controlling the commanding heights will grow.
Barbara Castle, Baroness Castle of BlackburnI have never consciously exploited the fact that I am a woman. I wouldn't dare try that even if I knew how to. I have too much respect for my male colleagues to think they would be particualrly impressed.
Barbara Castle, Baroness Castle of Blackburn