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Sir John Major KG, CH (born 29 March 1943) is a British former politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Conservative Party from 1990 to 1997. He previously held Cabinet positions under prime minister Margaret Thatcher, his last as chancellor of the Exchequer from 1989 to 1990.
Jul 27, 2024 · John Major was the prime minister of the United Kingdom from 1990 to 1997, succeeding Margaret Thatcher and losing to Tony Blair. He faced economic recession, Northern Ireland conflict, and Conservative Party scandals during his tenure.
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Learn about the life and achievements of John Major, the Conservative Prime Minister who oversaw Britain's longest economic growth and the Northern Ireland Peace Process. Find out his major acts, interesting facts, biography and more on the official UK government history website.
Nov 2, 2022 · British politician John Major served as prime minister of the United Kingdom from November 1990 to May 1997.
Learn about the political career and achievements of John Major, who succeeded Margaret Thatcher as prime minister of the UK in 1990 and led the Conservative Party to victory in 1992. Find out how he handled the EU, the Gulf War, the Northern Ireland peace process, the economic crisis and the scandals that led to his defeat in 1997.
Apr 28, 2017 · John Major was the UK prime minister from 1990 to 1997, when he was defeated by Tony Blair's New Labour. He faced internal party divisions, economic crises, European controversies and Northern Ireland peace process.
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Nov 28, 1990 · Learn about the life and career of John Major, the UK Prime Minister from 1990 to 1997. Find out how he inherited Thatcherism, negotiated Maastricht, and lost the 1997 election.
