Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Gordon Brown Biography and Timeline

Follow Gordon Brown through 2 dated historical records for Great Britain.

Gordon Brown, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

2Distinct records
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2008–2008Years on this page

2008

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Prime Minister of Great Britain · London · Government / Labour Party Government

Brown's Government supports the Lloyds TSB takeover of HBOS and removes competition obstacles because of the severe threat to financial stability.

Role range: 2007-2010 – 2007-2010

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Prime Minister of Great Britain · London · Government / Labour Party Government

Brown's Government promises protection for eligible British depositors in failed Icelandic banks as the collapse of Landsbanki and Kaupthing threatens UK savers.

Role range: 2007-2010 – 2007-2010

Records, sources and methodology

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