Europe, UK (Commonwealth Union) – The United Kingdom has witnessed an eventful period under the Conservative Party’s leadership, with the party holding power for a consecutive 14 years, from 2010 to 2024. This extended period of governance has brought about significant changes in the country’s political, economic, and social landscape. Many key policies, achievements, and controversies that have defined the Conservative government’s tenure, as well as the impact of their rule on the United Kingdom.
From the passing of Queen Elizabeth II to a new King, Brexit, the Covid 19 pandemic, The Russia- Ukraine war was some of the key events.
One of the most significant economic achievements of the Conservative government is the successful negotiation of Brexit, which has enabled the United Kingdom to establish new trade agreements with countries around the world. This has opened up new markets for British businesses and has helped to boost the economy. Another key economic policy introduced by the Conservative government has been the establishment of a series of enterprise zones, which have attracted substantial investment and created numerous job opportunities across the country.
However, the government struggled to properly implement much of the policies of Brexit when the referendum to leave European Union was won. Much of the time was spent with trips to Brussels attempting to negotiate a deal. The 2019 UK general election saw Boris Johnson become Prime Minister with a promise to get Brexit done which saw him receive a strong mandate and led to the government achieving Brexit in 2020.
One of the most significant challenges faced by the Conservative government was the Covid 19 pandemic. The government’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic has also been subject to criticism, with some arguing that the manner in which they introduced lockdown measures and that they failed to comply by the pandemic regulations led to the resignation of Boris Johnson and much chaos within the Conservative party leading to Liss Truss becoming PM, which only lasted 2 months followed by Rishi Sunak becoming PM.
The 14 years of Conservative rule in the United Kingdom have been marked by a series of significant achievements, as well as a number of challenges and controversies. While the government’s economic policies have led to steady growth and increased prosperity, their handling of the COVID-19 pandemic has been subject to criticism. As the United Kingdom looks to the future, it remains to be seen what impact the Conservative government’s policies and reforms will have on the country’s long-term development and prosperity. However, it is clear that their 14 years in office have left an indelible mark on the United Kingdom and its people.
