Anthony Meyer interview

Title

Anthony Meyer interview

Genre

Interview

TX Date

2 Oct 1990

Year of production

1990

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Duration

00:01:30

Description

Interview with Conservative MP, Sir Anthony Meyer, coinciding with the publication of his book, Stand Up and Be Counted, detailing the reasons why he challenged Margaret Thatcher for the leadership of the party in 1989. Comments on his affair with singer, Simone Washington (incorrectly referred to by interviewer as Diana Washington). Female interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Anthony Meyer

Keywords

Books; Margaret Thatcher; Conservative Party; Political parties; Members of Parliament; Prime ministers; Autobiographies; Anthony Meyer; Simone Washington; Stand Up and Be Counted

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