Tory policy on Europe

Title

Tory policy on Europe

Genre

Interview

TX Date

18 Jun 1991

Year of production

1991

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Duration

00:05:17

Description

Former Conservative Prime Minister Edward Heath interview on Channel 4 on the Conservative Party stance on Europe and its effects on its popularity. He admits there is division in the party over the matter. He condemns former Prime Minnister Margaret Thatcher over her speech to Americans about Europe and says her ignorance on Europeans led to her demise as leader of the party. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Edward Heath; Channel 4

Keywords

USA; Politics; Margaret Thatcher; EEC; Conservative Party; International relations; Europe; Single currency (Europe); Political leaders; John Major; Federalism

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