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  1. Barry Groombridge interview – Elder Dempster

    Barry Groombridge joined Elder Dempster Lines aged 16. Barry’s first voyage was from London to the United States, via West Africa. The voyage lasted nine months. Listen to Barry’s interview to hear about the Christmas he spent with nuns in Madeira and what life was like as a purser at Elder Dempster Lines.

  2. Accessibility around LJMU

    Access information for the LJMU campus and our buildings and libraries around the Liverpool city centre.

  3. Health and Safety Training

    The Health and Safety Unit provide training courses for LJMU staff and students. Details are contained in the Training Planner. Bespoke training can also be arranged.

  4. Academic Quality and Regulations

    You'll find policies related to academic quality and regulations including: Academic Framework, Academic Policy, Academic Quality and Academic Partnerships.

  5. John Edge

    In his interview John Edge talks about his responsibilities as a Purser, as well as the pay and conditions he experienced when working at Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to John's interview.

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