Theresa Mary May

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Name:
Theresa Mary May
Who is:
, Ex Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Birth date:
(68 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Eastbourne, Sussex, England
Height:
5'4 ft ()
Weight:
130 lb (59 kg)
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Theresa May's biography

Theresa May is a famous British politician. From 2010 to 2012, she was Minister for Women and Equalities in David Cameron's government, and subsequently, she was appointed Home Secretary (2010-2016). In the summer of 2016, she took Cameron's place as the Prime Minister of the UK. Net worth: $5 million.
UK Prime Minister Theresa May
UK Prime Minister Theresa May

Theresa May – early years. Education and work

Theresa was born in 1956 in Eastbourne, United Kingdom. Her father was a Church of England clergyman, who later died in a car crash about the time that Theresa graduated from university. After his death, Theresa also lost her mother, who couldn't cope with losing her spouse. She later discovered that she wasn't able to have children.
Theresa May in her childhood
Theresa May in her childhood
The tragedies she endured only strengthened her character – she became determined and courageous. She's used to relying only on herself, trusting her own judgment, and staying within boundaries – qualities she developed from being raised in a strict Anglican patriarchal family.
Theresa May in her youth
Theresa May in her youth
Theresa May first attended a public primary school, then transferred to a private one. Theresa successfully graduated from Oxford University, with a BA degree in Geography. She then worked at the Bank of England and at the clearing company APACS.

The beginning of Theresa May's political career

From 1984 to 1992, May served as a local councilor, then ran for Parliament in North West Durham, and later in the 1994 by-election for Barking. Unfortunately, she was unsuccessful both times. Her first success in politics came in 1997 when she made it to the House of Commons.
Theresa May at the dawn of her political career (1992)
Theresa May at the dawn of her political career (1992)
Until 2002, May built her career as a Tory while remaining in the shadows. People called her "the grey cardinal of the Conservative Party."

In 2002, Theresa was the first woman appointed as Chairman of the Conservative Party.
Theresa May was Cameron's true comrade
Theresa May was Cameron's true comrade
From 2003 to 2005, she served as Shadow Secretary of State for Transport, Subsistence Support, and Environment, then from 2005 as Shadow Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, while also serving as Shadow Leader of the House of Commons. In 2009, she received another appointment as Secretary of State for Work and Pensions.

Theresa May's political ideology

As a member of the House of Commons, Theresa May voted:
- for the invasion of British forces in Iraq;
- against the UK's integration into the EU;
- against smoking bans in public places;
- against the ratification of environmental laws to combat climate change;
- against the right of gay couples to adopt children, but for same-sex marriages;
- she was always against increased immigration

Following the Conservative victory in the 2010 parliamentary elections, Theresa was appointed Home Secretary and Minister for Women and Equality. She initially sought the Work and Pensions Secretary role, having held similar responsibilities in the Shadow Cabinet. However, the post went to Iain Duncan Smith.

British media praised May's performance as Home Secretary, particularly her effective handling of public order issues.
Theresa May as Home Secretary
In 2016, a nationwide referendum took place in the UK, which aimed to decide whether the country should stay in the EU or not. May supported Prime Minister Cameron's position and campaigned against Brexit.

When the Leave campaign won, David Cameron resigned, prompting May to launch her bid for Conservative Party leadership and the Prime Minister role.
Theresa May and Elizabeth II
Theresa May and Elizabeth II
According to Zoomboola.com, on July 5, 2016, the first round of voting for the leader of the Conservative Party took place, where she made it to the list of favorites, gaining 165 votes. In the final round on July 7, May secured 199 votes against her sole remaining rival, Environment Secretary Andrea Leadsom, who received just 84 votes.

May emerged as the clear frontrunner for Prime Minister. Theresa May was appointed the leader of the Conservative Party. On July 13, David Cameron officially handed over power to May. Her first speech as PM was "Brexit means Brexit", expressing her support for the outcome of the referendum.
Theresa May's first speech as the Prime Minister of the UK

Theresa May is the prime minister. Brexit

In 2016, Great Britain held a historic referendum to decide whether the country would remain part of the European Union. At the time, Theresa backed incumbent Prime Minister Cameron and opposed Brexit. Later, her opinion changed.

Eurosceptics won the referendum, prompting David Cameron to resign. Theresa May then launched her bid to lead the Conservative Party and become Britain's Prime Minister.
Theresa May and Elizabeth II
Theresa May and Elizabeth II
On July 5, 2016, the first round of Conservative Party leadership elections took place, with May emerging as a frontrunner after securing 165 votes. Two days later, May dominated the final round with 199 votes. Her rival, Energy Minister Andrea Leadsom, managed just 84 votes. May had secured her path to Downing Street.
Theresa May's first speech as Prime Minister of Great Britain
On July 11, 2016, Leadsom withdrew from the race. May was declared Conservative Party leader. On July 13, David Cameron officially handed over the keys to Number 10. In her first speech in office, Theresa May said: "Brexit means Brexit", thereby agreeing with the will of the people expressed in the referendum.

Theresa May's personal life

May married in 1980. Her husband, Philip John May, works for American financial giant Capital Group Companies. The couple has no children.
Theresa May with her husband
Theresa May with her husband
In 2012, Theresa May was diagnosed with diabetes. Since then, she's required daily insulin injections.
Theresa May was diagnosed with diabetes
Theresa May was diagnosed with diabetes

Theresa May today

On May 24, 2019, Theresa May announced she would step down as Conservative Party leader on June 7. Fighting back tears, she delivered her farewell speech outside Number 10 Downing Street. She cited her inability to secure parliamentary backing for Brexit and bridge the divide between Leave and Remain camps as her ultimate failure.
Theresa May retires
  • A terrific parliamentarian, she gave everything to Queen and country. A loyal servant of the Union, may God bless Baroness May of Maidenhead.
    2024-09-25 02:02:21
  • Oh, what a fuss this Brexit has made. But Theresa May supported the people. Worthy of respect.
    2021-05-11 10:44:30
  • Well, the fact that she eliminated riots on the streets is commendable! And in England, there are not many migrants. Take a look at France.
    2021-04-18 14:32:09
  • Yes, in many ways I disagree with her. Why it was necessary to go to Iran at all? She would go there herself since she was so smart...
    2021-03-18 21:02:14
  • May`s education is good, but not at all political, but only affects the sphere of politics
    2021-02-18 21:03:59
  • This woman has a difficult fate... She cannot survive the loss of her parents at a young age, and she cannot even have children :((
    2021-02-17 14:35:59
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