Callaghan Flashcards
Who was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1976 to 1979?
James Callaghan
What political party did James Callaghan lead?
The Labour Party
What economic challenge did Callaghan face during his premiership?
High inflation and economic instability
In which year did James Callaghan become Prime Minister?
1976
What major event in 1978 is often associated with Callaghan’s government?
The Winter of Discontent
True or False: Callaghan’s government was known for its strong trade union support.
True
What was the outcome of the 1979 general election for Callaghan?
He lost the election.
Fill in the blank: James Callaghan served as Prime Minister during a time of economic ________.
crisis
What was the primary focus of Callaghan’s economic policy?
Reducing inflation and stabilizing the economy
Which major international crisis did Callaghan have to navigate?
The oil crisis of the 1970s
What significant legislation related to trade unions was passed during Callaghan’s time?
The Trade Union and Labour Relations Act 1974
True or False: Callaghan’s government implemented wage controls to combat inflation.
True
What was the nickname given to the period of industrial unrest in the late 1970s?
The Winter of Discontent
Which political figure was a notable challenger to Callaghan’s leadership within the Labour Party?
Tony Benn
What was the relationship between Callaghan and the IMF?
Callaghan’s government sought a loan from the IMF in 1976.
What was the key outcome of the 1978-79 strikes?
They contributed to the Labour Party’s loss in the 1979 general election.
Fill in the blank: Callaghan’s leadership style was often described as ________ and consensus-driven.
pragmatic
What major social policy did Callaghan’s government focus on?
Improving public services and welfare
True or False: Callaghan was the first Labour Prime Minister to serve a full term since Harold Wilson.
True
In what year did the Labour Party lose the general election during Callaghan’s premiership?
1979
What was a significant foreign policy issue during Callaghan’s time as Prime Minister?
The UK’s relationship with Europe
What economic term describes the situation of high inflation and high unemployment faced during Callaghan’s time?
Stagflation
Who succeeded James Callaghan as Prime Minister?
Margaret Thatcher
What was one of the major criticisms of Callaghan’s handling of the economy?
Inability to control inflation effectively
Fill in the blank: Callaghan’s government was marked by a decline in ________ support.
working-class
True or False: Callaghan’s government was able to maintain a stable coalition with the Liberal Party.
False
