Foreign Developments: Britain's Relationship with the EEC

Question 1

How did the Conservatives appear with Europe in terms of Unity?

Answer 1

They tried to present Britain as being united with the rest of Europe

Question 2

How had Labour been towards the EEC since when it was created?

Answer 2

They had been fairly ambivalent towards it

Question 3

What did The EEC say about Britain’s relationship with the USA?

Answer 3

The EEC said Britain and the USA were too close

Question 4

What was the situation for Britain’s EEC budget contribution in 1980?

Answer 4

They had to contribute more money than Germany, despite Germany having a stronger economy

Question 5

What issue was there with an EEC country during the Falklands conflict?

Answer 5

France had supplied Argentina with weapons during the Falklands Conflict

Question 6

How did Thatcher respond to the harsh 1980 EEC Budget for Britain?

Answer 6

She demanded £1.5 bilion back in rebates from the EEC over 3 years

Question 7

Did Thatcher succeed in getting the £1.5 billion in EEC Rebates from 1980-1983?

Answer 7

Yes