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Angie Browne delves into the complex history of women's suffrage in the UK, particularly focusing on the centenary in February 2018, which marked 100 years since some women were granted the vote. Browne critiques the celebratory narrative by exploring how the 1918 Representation of the People Act still excluded many women, especially working-class and marginalized groups. Using narrative literacy and relational literacy, she analyses the interwoven stories of policy, power, and social hierarchies. She encourages listeners to reflect on modern narratives and examine who is truly included in triumphant stories of progression.