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...
Remembrance Day: UK events mark the nation's war dead
Politicians, Royal Family Members and veterans have commemorated those who lost their lives In Conflict as the UK marks Remembrance Sunday.
At 11:00 GMT, a two-minute silence was held across the country.
Boris Johnson , Jeremy Corbyn and Jo Swinson broke away from the election campaign to attend the annual ceremony at The Cenotaph in London.
Prince Charles laid a wreath of poppies during the service on behalf of The Queen , who was watching from a balcony.
The Duke of Cambridge and Duke of Sussex followed their father in laying wreaths.
The Queen , dressed in black, stood beside The Duchess of Cambridge and Duchess of Cornwall as she viewed the commemorations.
The Duchess of Sussex looked on from another balcony with The Countess of Wessex and Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence.
The beginning and end of the two minutes' silence were marked by the firing of a gun by The King 's Troop Royal Horse Artillery .
Up to 10,000 war veterans marched during the remembrance service at The Cenotaph Hundreds of members of The Armed forces attended the commemoration The Duchess of Sussex observed the two-minute silence William and Harry followed Prince Charles in laying wreathsThe commemorations at The Cenotaph honoured The Armed forces community, British and Commonwealth veterans, the allies who fought alongside the UK and the civilian servicemen and women involved in the two world wars and later conflicts.
Cabinet ministers, religious leaders and representatives of Commonwealth nations attended alongside More Than 800 members of The Armed forces.
A royal aide laid a wreath on behalf of The Duke of Edinburgh, who retired from royal duties in 2017.
For the First Time , The Ambassador of Nepal placed a wreath to honour the contribution Gurkha regiments have made to the UK's military campaigns over two centuries.
In another first, The Intelligence services were honoured during The Ceremony , with Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab and Home Secretary Priti Patel laying wreathes on their behalf.
Prince Charles laid two wreaths - One of his own And One on behalf of The Queen Former Prime Ministers Theresa May , David Cameron , Gordon Brown , Tony Blair and Sir John Major attended The Event Boris Johnson laid his wreath on The Cenotaph Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon laid a wreath at The Stone of Remembrance in EdinburghFive former Prime Ministers Sir John Major , Tony Blair , Gordon Brown , David Cameron , and Theresa May , were all present.
After wreaths were laid, Bishop of London Dame Sarah Mullally led a service That ended with The Royal Air Force sounding The Bugle call, Rouse.
Following the service, crowds lined The Streets in the Winter Sun to watch as up to 10,000 war veterans marched in a slow procession past the War Memorial .
Regiments and societies walked past The Cenotaph in groups, their pace matching the Drum Beat of a brass band.
Some wheelchair-using veterans left their chairs behind and walked the distance instead, their medals sparkling on their lapels.
World War Two veteran Ron Freer, 104, who is blind, is thought to be the oldest person to have marched at The Cenotaph this year.
The Remembrance Sunday commemorations always hold "special significance" for him because his father was killed in 1918 and is buried at Dernancourt Communal Cemetery in the Somme, France, according to Blind Veterans UK.
Ron Freer from Kent was the oldest person marching at The CenotaphSpeaking ahead of The Ceremony , Mr Johnson said he would be "proud" to lay his first wreath at The Cenotaph as Prime Minister , and vowed to continue to "champion those who serve today with such bravery in our military".
"We will remember them. "
Labour leader Mr Corbyn said: "It was an honour meeting and hearing the stories of veterans, and all those who came to pay their respects. "
That many serving personnel, veterans and their families were "not getting the support they deserve".
Jeremy Corbyn wrote a note on his wreath saying "let us strive for a world of peace" Carrie Symonds and Boris Johnson made the short journey from Downing Street to WhitehallAnd Liberal Democrat leader Ms Swinson said people should pause to reflect and remember how "fragile" peace can be.
The Trio were joined at the commemorations by the SNP's Westminster leader Ian Blackford and the DUP's Nigel Dodds .
Elsewhere, Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon laid a wreath at The Stone of Remembrance at Edinburgh City Chambers before giving a reading at the service at St Giles' Cathedral.
In Northern Ireland , Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar laid a green laurel wreath at the War Memorial in Enniskillen, County Fermanagh , on behalf of his government.
Ceremonies also took place across Wales, including at the Welsh National War Memorial in Cardiff .
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar laid a wreath during a service in Enniskillen, Northern IrelandThis year marks 100 years since The First two-minute silence was observed to mark Armistice Day on 11 November 1919.
The UK's Chief of Defence Staff, General Sir Nick Carter , told Bbc One 's Andrew Marr show it was important to remember That Remembrance Sunday was not only about older people and previous generations.
Gen Carter - Britain's most senior military officer - said many who participated in the commemorations were Young Men and women who fought in places such as Afghanistan.
"We have to remember The Living veterans as well who have a huge amount to offer to society," he added.
The Ceremony at The Cenotaph came after Prince Harry , Meghan, Prince William and Kate joined The Queen at London's Royal Albert Hall on Saturday for The Festival of Remembrance.
It was their first appearance as a group since Harry and Meghan.
uk royal family, british armed forces, british army, remembrance day
Source of news: bbc.com
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