This is also evident with the inflation of food prices, which made Britain further ahead in the economy, having to pay more money than what she received in subsidies, because she would pay 20% and receive 8%. At the same time, oil prices soared and demand for coal was high - this had put the miners in a good position as they could strike and get a pay rise, making it easier for Heath to take on , unlike the struggle that was taking place. in Wilson's government, indicating that its success in modernizing the economy with a coherent and consistent approach