Seeing stars: even if the beef war ends, the consequences for John Major will not
Article Abstract:
British Prime Minister John Major has encountered severe political difficulty over his handling of the so-called 'beef wars.' The controversy has divided the Conservatives and angered other European Union nations. Even if the controversy is resolved, Major may not recover politically.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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The UK Parliament is expected to pass the Maastricht Treaty because lawyers have maneuvered around objections to the 'social chapter' of the treaty. The UK exemption from the chapter is written into the treaty, but the long debate has weakened John Major's standing.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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