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BBC's Ten Pound Poms inspired by eye-opening real story of British migration


Ten Pound Poms is a new six-part drama series on BBC One, which tells the story of a group of Brits who left post-war Britain for a new life in Australia. Here's everything you need to know about the real life Ten Pound Poms

BBC's Ten Pound Poms brings to life the tale of Brits who swapped post-war Britain for sunnier climes down under. The £10 deal offered a six-week assisted journey on chartered vessels and planes, luring Brits with the promise of ample job opportunities, affordable living, sunny weather, and a brighter life in Australia. Over a million Brits took advantage of the scheme (Image: Press Association)Migrants were expected to stay in Australia for two years or repay the cost of their subsidised travel.

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