Wilson Flashcards
Who was the Prime Minister of the UK from 1964 to 1970?
Harold Wilson
What political party did Harold Wilson lead during his time in office?
The Labour Party
True or False: Harold Wilson served as Prime Minister during a period of significant economic challenges in the UK.
True
What was the primary focus of Wilson’s domestic policies?
Social reform and modernization of the economy
Fill in the blank: Wilson’s government introduced a series of reforms known as the ________ Agenda.
White
What major social issue did Wilson’s government address through the Race Relations Act of 1965?
Racial discrimination
What was the outcome of the 1966 general election for Harold Wilson?
He won a larger majority.
Which major international conflict did Wilson’s government navigate during his premiership?
The Vietnam War
True or False: Wilson was a strong supporter of the Vietnam War.
False
What was the name of the economic crisis that hit Britain in 1967?
The devaluation of the pound
Fill in the blank: The ________ Crisis occurred in 1967, leading to significant economic reforms.
Sterling
What key infrastructure project was initiated under Wilson’s government?
The development of the Concorde supersonic aircraft
What was the name of the influential report published in 1965 that aimed to improve education in Britain?
The Plowden Report
Which major social welfare program was expanded during Wilson’s time in office?
The National Health Service (NHS)
True or False: Wilson’s government faced significant opposition from trade unions.
True
What was the primary economic challenge that Wilson faced during his second term?
Inflation
Which political figure was a notable rival to Wilson within the Labour Party?
James Callaghan
What was one of Wilson’s key achievements in foreign policy?
Promoting the idea of a ‘third way’ in international relations
What significant event in Northern Ireland occurred during Wilson’s tenure?
The start of the Troubles
Fill in the blank: Wilson’s government introduced ________ legislation to address women’s rights.
Equal pay
What year did Wilson first become Prime Minister?
1964
Which economic policy did Wilson’s government implement to combat inflation?
Prices and Incomes Policy
What was the name of the Labour Party manifesto that Wilson ran on in 1964?
The ‘New Britain’ manifesto
True or False: Wilson’s leadership style was characterized by a focus on consensus and compromise.
True
What was the main criticism of Wilson’s government regarding its economic management?
Failure to control inflation and economic instability
In which year did Wilson call for a second general election during his premiership?
1966
