Margaret Thatcher remains one of the most consequential leaders in modern British history. Rising to power after the "Winter of Discontent," she steered the country through economic turmoil, high inflation, and widespread industrial unrest. Her bold embrace of free-market principles reshaped Britain — and left a legacy still fiercely debated today.

Now, as political uncertainty returns to Westminster, Thatcher’s conviction-led leadership feels more relevant than ever.

In this short interview, former Foreign Secretary Sir Malcolm Rifkind — one of only five ministers to serve throughout both the Thatcher and Major governments — reflects on his time at the heart of power. With insight and candour, he reveals what set Mrs Thatcher apart, and why her leadership style made such a lasting impact, even in the face of fierce opposition.

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