Prime Ministerial Power Since 1945
The changing extent of PM dominance from the post-war period to the present, showing how different PMs have exercised power differently depending on political context.
Real World
Margaret Thatcher dominated her cabinet from 1979 to 1990, bypassing collective discussion on the poll tax, yet was ultimately removed by her own MPs — demonstrating that even powerful PMs depend on party support to survive.
Exam Focus
Compare at least two post-1945 PMs with contrasting styles — examiners reward specific named examples showing how context shapes PM power.
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