Rupert Murdoch (right) is about to be the new owner of The Times and Sunday Times

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Rupert Murdoch (right) is about to be the new owner of The Times and Sunday Times

Rupert Murdoch (right) is about to be the new owner of The Times and Sunday Times. He reached an agreement with the unions only hours before his deadline for their acceptance ran out. Pictured, the press conference. February 1981

Eric Harlow
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
DM 81 747

Media ID 21923853

© Mirrorpix

Keith Rupert Murdoch Media Media Mogul Media Proprietor News Newspapers Press Press Conference Publishing The Times Union 1981

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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from February 1981, we witness a significant moment in media history as Rupert Murdoch stands confidently on the right, poised to become the new owner of The Times and Sunday Times. This iconic image captures the culmination of intense negotiations between Murdoch and the unions, just moments before his deadline for their acceptance was set to expire. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as journalists and photographers gather around, eager to document this historic press conference. Keith Rupert Murdoch's reputation as a media mogul and proprietor precedes him, making this acquisition all the more noteworthy. His shrewd business acumen has propelled him to great heights within the industry. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, it becomes evident that not only does it represent a pivotal point for Murdoch's career but also symbolizes an era when traditional newspapers held immense power and influence over public opinion. The National Graphical Association (NGA) looms large in the background - a reminder of the crucial role played by unions during these times. Eric Harlow skillfully captures this momentous occasion through his lens, immortalizing an event that would shape both Murdoch's legacy and the future landscape of publishing. As we reflect upon this photograph today, it serves as a testament to how one man's vision can reshape an entire industry while reminding us of journalism's enduring impact on society.

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