UK GOV: PM MINSTERS - 3.3.2 May- a case study Flashcards
What was the main purpose of analyzing Theresa May’s PM case studies?
To analyze the levels of success and control she had over key events.
What about her background Theresa May’s position as PM?
She was born into a middle-class family and studied Geography at St. Hugh’s College, Oxford, daughter of a vicar
What position did Theresa May hold before becoming Prime Minister?
Home Secretary (2010–2016) and Minister for Women and Equalities (2010–2012).
What was a primary aim of Theresa May as PM?
To oversee the UK’s exit from the EU following the Brexit referendum.
Fill in the blank: Theresa May was elected unopposed as Conservative party leader after the resignation of ______.
David Cameron.
What was the outcome of the 2017 snap election called by Theresa May?
A hung parliament, forcing her to rely on a confidence and supply agreement with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).
What was a significant failure during May’s first meaningful vote on Brexit?
It resulted in the biggest ever defeat of a government motion (230 votes).
True or False: Theresa May was known for her soft stance on immigration as Home Secretary.
False.
What were notable high-profile resignations from May’s cabinet?
- Boris Johnson (2018)
- David Davis
- Amber Rudd
What did Theresa May’s ‘One Nation’ philosophy aim to address?
Social cohesion and inequality.
What was the significance of the £20.5 billion funding increase announced by May in 2018?
It was one of the largest real-term increases in NHS history.
Fill in the blank: Theresa May was often criticized for her image as a leader, branded the ______.
Maybot.
What event in 2018 led to criticism of May’s leadership style?
Her dancing with school children during a trip to South Africa.
How did the Grenfell Tower fire impact Theresa May’s public perception?
It exposed severe failures in building regulations and led to public pressure for her to apologize.
What was the context of May’s statement about the Conservative Party being called ‘the nasty party’?
It highlighted the need for the party to broaden its appeal and sympathies.
What was a major criticism of May’s media presence?
She was perceived as mechanical and aloof.
What was a notable policy achievement of May’s government?
Long-term funding commitment to the NHS.
What was the outcome of May’s cabinet management during her tenure?
Nine previous cabinet members were either sacked or resigned.
True or False: May’s experiences with her cabinet were completely different from Thatcher’s.
False.
What was a key feature of the cabinet May formed as PM?
It included a mix of Remainers and Leavers.
Fill in the blank: Theresa May’s leadership style faced challenges due to a party split between ______ and ______.
Leavers; Remainers.
What was the primary purpose of analyzing Theresa May’s tenure as Prime Minister?
To analyze the levels of success and control she had over key events.
What was the outcome of Theresa May’s gamble to hold a snap election in 2017?
It resulted in a hung parliament.
What was a major consequence of the 2017 election for Theresa May?
She had to rely on a confidence and supply agreement with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP).
