Historical Events tagged with "first female prime minister"
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Margaret Thatcher Takes Office as Prime Minister
Margaret Thatcher was elected as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, becoming the first woman to hold this position in the country’s history. Her election followed a decisive victory for the Conservative Party in the general election, where they won a significant majority over the Labour Party. Thatcher, known for her firm political stance and economic policies, took office in the aftermath of economic challenges facing the UK, including high inflation and unemployment. She would go on to serve as Prime Minister for over a decade, marking a transformative period in British politics.
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