Norman Tebbit, a right-wing British politician and close ally of Margaret Thatcher, died at the age of 94. Known as Lord Tebbit after joining the House of Lords in 1992, he strongly supported Thatcher's conservative agenda. Tebbit, a former airline pilot, was elected to the House of Commons in 1970 and held various cabinet positions, including employment secretary and trade secretary. He was known for his efforts to weaken labor unions' influence, particularly through legislation targeting "closed shop" agreements. He viewed this legislative achievement as fundamental to Thatcher's economic reforms.
Norman Tebbit, known as Lord Tebbit, was a strong advocate for Thatcher's conservative policies, supporting legislation that reduced the power of labor unions and emphasized self-reliance.
He called his introduction of legislation against "closed shop" agreements his greatest achievement, believing it to be a foundation of Thatcher's economic reforms.
Born to working-class parents, Tebbit served as an airline pilot before entering politics, where he held key cabinet positions and opposed labor unions.
His ability to be both charming and abrasive made him a notable figure in British politics and an influential member of Thatcher's cabinet.
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