Nigel Lawson
Chancellor of the Exchequer
Born
March 11th, 1932
93 years ago
Died
2023
2 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1983 to 1989 under Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, overseeing significant economic reforms in the UK. Played a key role in implementing policies that included tax reductions and deregulation of the economy. Resigned from the position amid rising economic challenges, including high inflation and the looming economic crisis of the early 1990s. After his political career, became an influential journalist and authored several books on economics and politics.
Served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1983 to 1989
Implemented major economic reforms in the UK
Authored books on economics and politics
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