
Labour Government (1997-2010)
The Labour Government from 1997 to 2010 was led by the Labour Party, with Tony Blair and Gordon Brown serving as Prime Ministers. They focused on modernizing public services like healthcare and education, reducing unemployment, and growing the economy. The government also made efforts to improve social justice, such as introducing the minimum wage and supporting affordable housing. During this period, they engaged in international peacekeeping and responded to global issues like climate change and terrorism. The government aimed to balance economic growth with social fairness, though their policies received both praise for progress and criticism for certain decisions.