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John Major

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Gender Male
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
BooksJohn 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 positionShadow Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of United Kingdom (1997–1997)
Marriage locationSaint Matthew's Church Brixton, London, United Kingdom
Parents Tom Major-Ball
Gwen Major
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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.

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What perks will Boris Johnson get after quitting as an MP?

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By Paul SeddonPolitics reporter

Boris Johnson has stood down as an MP, ahead of a report which has found he committed " repeated contempts" of Parliament over the Partygate scandal.

The sanctions he would have faced had he still been an MP include a 90 day suspension from The Commons .

And The Committee has recommended that he should not be entitled to A Pass into Parliament, something that's normally granted to a former MP.

But he will still be entitled to A Number of perks - Most of them related to his role as a former Prime Minister .

Here's a breakdown of what he can expect in his life outside The House of Commons.

MP and ministerial pay

He will lose his annual MP salary of £86,584 - But he's unlikely to be short of a bob or two, having earned around £6m since standing down as PM last September, mainly from speaking engagements.

He's entitled to both an MP and ministerial pension at some point, which are administered under different schemes.

He would also have been automatically entitled to a severance payment of around £19,000 when he left Downing Street.

Winding up costs

As a former MP, he will be able to claim for costs incurred in leaving Parliament, including closing down constituency offices.

But he won't be able to claim the separate payment available to MPs leaving at a general election, equal to two months' net pay, or around £9,800.

And he won't be able to claim the loss-of-office payment for those who lose their seat at an election, which averaged £5,250 after the 2019 poll.

Personal security

Former Prime Ministers continue to receive publicly-funded security from specialist police protection officers.

They are also entitled to an official chauffeur-driven Government car.

Legal representation

Former ministers are for legal support if they are sued over decisions they took whilst in Government . This does not apply for " personal" actions against them, for example if they are sued for libel.

As a former minister, he would normally be expected to receive taxpayer-funded legal help for his evidence to the ongoing Covid inquiry.

Documents submitted to The Inquiry show that he was receiving support from the Government 's in-house legal department, But he cut ties with them in May after being for potential rule breaches during the pandemic.

Shortly afterwards, He Said he was " instructing new solicitors" But This Was dependent on with the Cabinet Office .

The Department , however, has in relation to The Inquiry , over The Submission of his unredacted WhatsApps.

Annual PM allowance

All former Prime Ministers since John Major have been entitled to a to support their " special position in public life".

They can claim from it to fund things like running an office, paying for staff, and travel to events where they are appearing as an ex-PM. The Money can't be used to support private or parliamentary duties.

It is Not Yet known whether Mr Johnson has claimed it since leaving No 10, as The Most recent annual figures are yet to be published.

Former premiers have not always claimed the full amount. It is not paid automatically, and they have to provide receipts.

In addition, they can claim up to 10% of the yearly allowance to put towards the pensions of their staff.

Parliament pass

Ex-MPs are entitled to a parliamentary pass, the so-called Former Member 's pass, which was known an " X" pass.

It gives access to certain parts of Parliament and some of the catering facilities.

Former MPs are not allowed to use The Pass to help with " lobbying" - or trying to Influence - Government ministers.

But The Committee has recommended that Mr Johnson shouldn't be given one.

Privy Council

He will also remain a member of the Privy Council, The Body that meets around once a month to get the monarch's formal approval for Government orders approved by ministers.

There are several hundred privy councillors, although only current members of the Government are involved in day-to-day business.

All cabinet ministers, including Prime Ministers , are appointed For Life .

The only Prime Minister to have been removed from The List of privy councillors was short-lived premier William Cavendish , who was struck off by King George III when he suspected him of plotting against him.

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