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New Right ideology is associated with the politics of the Conservative government (1979-97) under the rule of Margaret Thatcher and John Major,
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The New Rights New Right ideology is associated with the politics of the Conservative government (1979-97) under the rule of Margaret Thatcher and John Major, but following the second world war both parties have had some association with the New Right. The New Right itself was divided between a 'Libertarian' wing, who were in favour of the free market in every sphere of activity, and a 'Authoritarian' wing who on social issues were concerned to establish social order and obedience, above the rights of individuals. THE 'GREAT DEBATE' Although in Britain, Conservative governments introduced changes to the education system which reflected new priorities, the change in thinking began under the last Labour government of the 1970s. In 1976 the labour Prime Minister James Callaghan made a speech at Ruskin Collage calling for a 'Great Debate' on education. It was followed by a Green Paper on education. The paper argued: It is vital to Britain's...
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