Joseph Chamberlain, Theresa May’s political hero

The key to understanding Prime Minister Theresa May’s core beliefs may lie in the career of Joseph Chamberlain. He was a radical reformer who, despite never becoming prime minister, pioneered the changes that distinguish Britain’s 20th century politics. Here are five things about May’s political hero.

The World Today Published 29 July 2016 Updated 26 November 2020 1 minute READ

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