Great Britain Economic Issues

House Member Lamont delivered his resignation speech for the post of chancellor of the exchequer in a session of the British House of Common… read more

House Member Lamont delivered his resignation speech for the post of chancellor of the exchequer in a session of the British House of Commons. In his remarks, Mr. Lamont praised the policies of the conservative government but criticized his firing by the prime minister. His remarks were followed by remarks by the leader of the opposition Labour Party, John Smith, as well as other members trading barbs concerning the governing ability of the conservative and labour parties in the United Kingdom. Prime Minister Major also arose to defend the policies of the government and criticized the opposition leadership. close

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  • Norman Lamont Member, House of Commons United Kingdom->Conservative Party
  • John Major Prime Minister United Kingdom->Conservative Party
  • John Smith Leader, House of Commons United Kingdom->Labour Party
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Great Britain Economic Issues

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Program ID:
42770-1
Category:
International Telecasts
Format:
Foreign Legislature
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Jun 11, 1993 | 12:14am EDT | C-SPAN 2
Last Aired:
Jun 11, 1993 | 2:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 2

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  • Jun 11, 1993 | 12:14am EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Jun 11, 1993 | 2:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
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