Comment: Thatcher, And The Law And Order Party

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Comment: Thatcher, And The Law And Order Party

The contrast between the Tory PM of the 1980s and that modern Conservative-led coalition could not be more stark, says Royston Martis.

Date - 11th April 2013
By - Royston Martis - Police Oracle

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You either loved her or you hated her.There was no middle ground with Margaret Hilda Thatcher.During her time at the top of British politics, Maggie famously divided public opinion. She will be remembered for snatching school milk, taking on unions...

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