My old man's a miner - a poem from the strike?

Answer 1

There are dozens - perhaps hundreds - of variants of Lonnie Donnegan's 'My Old Man's a Dustman'; and more are being composed every week.

The one I know best is the one Sheffield United fans sing - when they have reason for singing.

Answer 2

"My Old Man's a Miner" is a poem by Pam Ayres that tells the story of a coal miner and his challenging life underground. The poem reflects on the sacrifices made by miners and the struggles they face in their dangerous occupation. It highlights the hardships of mining life and the toll it takes on both the miners and their families.