Wilson's First Labour Government 1964-1970
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EvaluationThe Wilson government of 1964-1970 was deemed as successful but with some major problems. While Wilson enjoyed many social successes with his liberal attitude and modernising policies, as well as international support thanks to his peaceful approach to Rhodesia and the Vietnam War. However, he did undergo some problems, mainly linked to the economy. The trade unions were out of control and exerting an unfair authority over the government, causing numerous problems for Wilson and the British public. Furthermore, the problems caused by the DEA/Treasury hostility and the inheritance of the balance of payments crisis lost Wilson a great deal of support, the final blow to his success being the second rejection of British application to the EEC, showing that while he may have been popular and politically capable, he was not as good a statesman as predicted after 13 years of Conservative rule. |
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