Written Statement following fall of Labour Government
| Document type: | Speeches, interviews, etc. |
|---|---|
| Venue: | ?House of Commons |
| Source: | Thatcher MSS (Churchill Archive Centre): THCR |
| Editorial comments: | After 2218 - probably after 2300. |
| Importance ranking: | Major |
| Word count: | 36 |
| Themes: | Parliament, General Elections |
The Government has been defeated in the House of Commons. It no longer has any authority to govern. Parliament must be dissolved and an Election called immediately.