John Major
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| Gender | Male |
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| Age | 81 |
| Date of birth | March 29,1943 |
| Zodiac sign | Aries |
| Born | Saint Helier |
| Morden | |
| United Kingdom | |
| Height | 183 (cm) |
| Spouse | Norma Major |
| Job | Politician |
| Banker | |
| Books | John Major: The Autobiography |
| More Than a Game: The Story of Cricket's Early Years | |
| My Old Man: A Personal History of Music Hall | |
| The Joint Declaration Issued by the Prime Minister, the Rt. Hon. John Major M. P. and the Taoiseach, Mr. Albert Reynolds, T. D. : 15 December 1993 | |
| The Erosion of Parliamentary Government | |
| The Next Phase of Conservatism: The Privatisation of Choice : a Speech Delivered to the Adam Smith Institute | |
| Our Nation's Future: Keynote Speeches on the Principles and Convictions that Shape Conservative Policies | |
| A World Adrift: A Lecture Given at the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies on 21 November 2016 | |
| John Major Autobiog 30 Bin 3 Part | |
| Conservatism in Action: Strengthening the Rule of Law | |
| Education | Rutlish School |
| Children | James Major |
| Elizabeth Major | |
| Previous position | Shadow Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of United Kingdom (1997–1997) |
| Marriage location | Saint Matthew's Church Brixton, London, United Kingdom |
| Parents | Tom Major-Ball |
| Gwen Major | |
| Date of Reg. | |
| Date of Upd. | |
| ID | 399411 |
John Major Life story
Sir John Major KG CH is a British 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, the last as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1989 to 1990.
Personal Information
- Nationality: British
Education and Career
John major was born in 1943 in london.England.He attended rutlish school and then went on to study at the university of london.After graduating.He worked as a banker for standard chartered bank.In 1979.He was elected to the british parliament and served as a member of parliametn for huntingdon until 2001.In 1990.He was appointed priem minister of the united kingdom and served in taht role until .Relationships
Ojhn major married norma maojr in 1970 and they had two children.Elizabeth and james.He was also close to his brother.Terry major-ball.Life Story
John major was obrn in london.England in 1943.He attended rutlish school and then wnet on to study at the university of london.After graduating.He worked as a banker for standard chartered bank.In 1979.He was elected to the britihs parliament and served as a member of parliament for huntingdon unitl 2001.In 1990.He was appointed prime minister of the united kingdom and served in that role until his time as prime minister.He oversaw the sgining of the maastricht treaty.Which established the european union.He also oversaw the introduction of the national lottery and the introduction of the minimum wage.After leaving office.He retired from politics and returned to his banking career.Success
John maojr was a succesfsul prime minister of the united kingdom.He oversaw the signing of the maastricht treaty.Which established the european union.He also oversaw the introduction of the national lotteyr and the introduction of the minimum wage.He was also successful in his banking career.Having worked for standard chartered bank for many years.Most Important Event
The most important event in john major s career was the signing of the maastrcith treaty in 1992.This traety established the european union and was a major step forward in european integration.It was a major achievement for john major and the united kingdom.Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire by-elections 'one of worst nights any government has endured'
... In short, it looks as though Rishi Sunak will have to achieve what John Major proved unable to deliver before 1997 - a dramatic reversal of a public mood that is inclined to turf the Conservatives out of office...
Nigel Farage leaves door open to re-joining Tories after election
... Mr Farage tore up his Tory membership card in the early 1990s in protest at then leader John Major signing the Maastricht Treaty, which created the European Union...
How does the honours system work?
... Scrapped in 1993 by Conservative Prime Minister John Major, the BEM was revived in 2012...
What perks will Boris Johnson get after quitting as an MP?
... Annual PM allowanceAll former prime ministers since John Major have been entitled to a to support their " special position in public life"...
Stone of Destiny heads south for coronation
... In July 1996, the Queen, along with Prime Minister John Major, agreed the stone should be returned to Scotland...
Timeline: Why is America so interested in Northern Ireland?
... The visa is granted, a decision that is said to infuriate Prime Minister John Major...
Obituary: Nigel Lawson
... When a public row erupted over his continued support for the exchange rate mechanism Lawson finally resigned in October 1989 and was replaced by John Major...
Where next for Scotland as the Nicola Sturgeon era ends?
... Having placed independence front and centre in her campaign, Ms Cunningham won handsomely, further reducing Tory Prime Minister John Major s slender majority in the House of Commons...
Boris Johnson pledges no big policy changes before departure
Boris Johnson has promised his cabinet he will not use his remaining time as Prime Minister to make " major changes of direction".
The PM has Caved In to pressure from ministers to quit as Tory leader but wants to stay in No 10 until The Party chooses who should replace him.
The revolt has prompted some senior Tories to urge him to Go Now .
But he reassured ministers he would leave major policy decisions to his successor.
He has said a timetable for a Tory leadership contest will be announced next week, but potential contenders are already jockeying for position.
There is no set duration for such a contest, but a new leader, who will also become the Prime Minister , is expected by the autumn.
So Far Attorney General Suella Braverman is the only Tory MP to declare she will stand, and Steve Baker has said he is " seriously" considering running.
They are expected to be joined by more candidates in The Coming Days - although deputy PM Dominic Raab has ruled himself out.
Michael Gove , who was fired as levelling up secretary after calling on Mr Johnson to quit, will also not be running.
Sajid Javid , whose departure as health secretary on Tuesday triggered The Avalanche other resignations that forced Mr Johnson into quitting, is seriously considering standing, The Bbc has been told.
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps , who was part of a group of rebel cabinet ministers who told Mr Johnson to resign, is also seriously considering a run.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer says if Mr Johnson does not step down immediately, his party would table a vote of no confidence in the government in Parliament.
Former PM Sir John Major is among Tories suggesting Mr Johnson should quit as PM immediately, arguing it would be " unwise" for him to stay until he is replaced.
Sir John has suggested to party bosses The Leadership contest should be speeded up, or if not deputy PM Dominic Raab should become caretaker PM.
Boris Johnson resignationAt a cabinet meeting earlier, Mr Johnson told ministers they were " obliged to deliver on what we have already agreed, " and it was " not for me to do a major change of direction" during his remaining Time In Downing Street.
" I don't expect you will be browbeaten by No 10 to do radical or strange New Policies , " he told them, but he added there was " no excuse to take your foot off the pedal".
Mr Johnson joked that The Team around The Table , which included several New Faces to, that they were his " best cabinet ever".
He also said that " major fiscal decisions" should be left to The Next Prime Minister , according to Downing Street.
A big economic speech next week involving Mr Johnson and his chancellor, at which they were set to new out their approach to rising livings costs, has been cancelled.
Mr Johnson's departure followed a mass revolt by ministers over his leadership, sparked by his handling of sexual misconduct allegations against former Deputy Chief Whip Chris Pincher.
His leadership, however, had been dogged by controversy in recent months, including over the Partygate scandal and his fine for breaking his own lockdown laws.
In his resignation speech in Downing Street, Mr Johnson said he had fought to stay on as PM because of his " obligation" to deliver on his " incredible mandate" from the 2019 general election.
" I regret not to have been successful in those arguments, " He Said , but acknowledged that The Will of his party was " clear".
" In politics, No One is remotely indispensable, " He Said , adding: " I want you to know how sad I Am to be giving up The Best job in The World , but them's The Breaks . "
He citing taking the UK out of the EU and the government's Covid vaccine programme as among his achievements in office.
Addressing the Ukrainian people, He Said : " We in the UK will continue to back your fight for freedom for as long as it takes. "
Mr Johnson has also spoken to President Zelensky of Ukraine, reassuring him his successor would remain as committed to Ukraine as He Said he had been. Both leaders described each other as " heroes. "
Source of news: bbc.com
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