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Great Speeches: Geoffrey Howe

Sir Geoffrey Howe revisits his resignation speech to the Commons on 13 November 1990 in which he sensationally savaged Margaret Thatcher's leadership and her policies.

The day the loyal servant bit back. Sir Geoffrey Howe savaged Margaret Thatcher's leadership and her policies in his resignation speech to the Commons on 13 November 1990. The impact was sensational and immediate. Nine days later, Mrs Thatcher was forced to resign. Sir Geoffrey revisits his words and the emotions they engendered.

13 minutes

Last on

Tue 15 Dec 202022:00
BBC Four

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Broadcasts

  • Fri 12 May 200020:00
    BBC Choice
  • Tue 15 Dec 202022:00
    BBC Four

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