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Former UK Conservative Leader Norman Tebbit Dies Aged 94
Norman Tebbit, who died at the age of 94, was a towering figure in British Conservative politics, widely remembered as a key enforcer during Margaret Thatcher's government. As Secretary of State for Employment and Trade and later Conservative Party Chairman, he played a decisive role in curbing trade union power through legislation requiring strike ballots and ending closed shops, shaping the Thatcher Revolution. Despite his reputation as a political bruiser, Tebbit was noted for his articulate and principled arguments, loyalty to Thatcher, and commitment to improving the UK. He survived the 1984 Brighton bombing that paralyzed his wife, an event that deeply influenced his hardline stance on terrorism and forgiveness. Praised by contemporaries for his sharp wit and direct communication style, Tebbit was also recognized for his personal sacrifices and steadfastness in politics. His legacy is that of a no-nonsense politician who remained a steadfast Thatcherite and Eurosceptic, embodying a style of politics rarely seen today.


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