Harold Wilson.
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1964-1970 and 1974-1976 (1916–1995)
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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David Kynaston documents the political landscape of the era, with research taking place in Manchester, involving Harold Wilson.Some support2 reports
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Harold Wilson gave a speech in Scarborough discussing pressing UK issues, where ideas of a 'new Britain' influenced the energy sector.Some support1 report
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Harold Wilson, as a Labour Prime Minister, is addressing local issues in Liverpool.Some support1 report
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A university was founded to provide higher education access, guided by Harold Wilson's vision.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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Prime Minister Harold Wilson opened a new newspaper headquarters in Newcastle.Some support1 report
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The current government is being compared to the tenure of Harold Wilson, while rumors suggest Andy Burnham may choose Ed Miliband as chancellor.Well supported4 reports
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Cambridge alumni historically held the Prime Minister's office.Some support1 report
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Leaders of the European Economic Community resisted full EU dominance, expressing fears of American influence and vetoing joining attempts.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Harold Wilson's government applied for membership in the European Economic Community in 2017.Some support1 report
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Harold Wilson refused to assemble international force regarding Cyprus.Some support1 report
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Around Harold Wilson this week
News at the entities that move Harold Wilson most-
Labour Party StructuralA dinghy launched from Calais as the border crisis continued, while Marine Le Pen was seen as a presidential frontrunner in France.Moves Harold Wilson
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European Economic Community OperationalUS leadership guaranteed security of member states.Moves Harold Wilson
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International Monetary Fund TransactionalIMF previously warned Cyprus regarding its fiscal policy, and Eni operates petrol stations in Italy.Moves Harold Wilson
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North Yorkshire Shared contextTim Payne took over the chair role in North Yorkshire on September 1, 2026.Moves Harold Wilson
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university StructuralJake Gannon joined the UConn Formula SAE club on September 28, 2026.Moves Harold Wilson
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Andy Burnham Mentioned togetherA new scheme has been introduced involving Andy Burnham and BMF aimed at boosting the building materials sector.Moves Harold Wilson
Connections
The 15 strongest of 18, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Labour Party Structural
Harold Wilson was a member of the Labour Party and served as its Prime Minister.
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European Economic Community Operational
Harold Wilson's government and political actions directly influenced the process of Britain's application for and entry into the European Economic Community.
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university Structural
Harold Wilson's vision and actions were instrumental in the establishment and guidance of the university.
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International Monetary Fund Transactional
Harold Wilson's UK sought a bailout from the IMF during an economic crisis.
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Andy Burnham Mentioned together
Andy Burnham's political career is frequently compared to or influenced by the historical precedents set by Harold Wilson.
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Nick Thomas-Symonds Mentioned together
Nick Thomas-Symonds paid tribute to the political vision of Harold Wilson.
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Cambridge Shared context
Cambridge is noted as the historical origin and context for prominent political figures, including Harold Wilson.
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Cyprus Shared context
Wilson's geopolitical actions were observed in the context of international issues relevant to Cyprus.
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Keir Starmer Mentioned together
Starmer is cited as someone who should learn from the political career of Harold Wilson.
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Huyton Shared context
Harold Wilson served as the Member of Parliament representing the area of Huyton during his tenure.
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David Kynaston Shared context
Their lives intersected within the same political era and professional context.
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Drax Shared context
Harold Wilson's political ideas are cited as having influenced the energy sector in which Drax operates.
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North Yorkshire Shared context
A was located in a specific place within North Yorkshire while discussing broader UK issues.
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England Shared context
Harold Wilson's historical tenure is associated with a specific triumph of England.
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Greater London Shared context
Harold Wilson and Greater London are contextually linked through discussions of UK devolution.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
5 events- David Kynaston documents the political landscape of the era, with research taking place in Manchester, involving Harold Wilson.
- Harold Wilson gave a speech in Scarborough discussing pressing UK issues, where ideas of a 'new Britain' influenced the energy sector.
- Harold Wilson, as a Labour Prime Minister, is addressing local issues in Liverpool.
- A university was founded to provide higher education access, guided by Harold Wilson's vision.
- Disraeli's concept of two nations and Harold Wilson's views are being used to inform modern policy challenges.