David William Donald Cameron Biography

Birth of David William Donald Cameron.

Works for the Conservative Research Department.

Seconded to Downing Street to help brief John Major for Prime Minister's Questions.

Briefs John Major for press conferences during the 1992 general election

Serves as a special adviser at the Treasury during John Major's government.

Applies to join the Conservative Central Office list of parliamentary candidates.

Moves from the Treasury to work as a special adviser at the Home Office.

Leaves government service and joins Carlton Communications, beginning seven years with the media company.

Contests Stafford for the Conservatives and is defeated in the Labour landslide.

Narrowly loses a Conservative parliamentary selection contest in Wealden.

Selected as Conservative candidate for Witney.

Joins the House of Commons Home Affairs Committee after entering Parliament.

Elected Member of Parliament for Witney.

Serves on the opposition front bench with responsibilities connected to House of Commons business.

Appointed shadow minister in the Privy Council Office as deputy to Eric Forth.

Appointed vice-chairman of the Conservative Party under Michael Howard.

Returns to the Home Affairs Committee during 2004 while serving as a Conservative MP.

Takes opposition front-bench responsibility for local government finance.

Serves on the opposition front bench as local government spokesman.

Promoted to the shadow cabinet as head of policy coordination.

Campaigns for the Conservative leadership on a programme of party change and modernisation.

Becomes Shadow Secretary of State for Education and Skills after the general election.

Comes second in the first ballot of Conservative MPs during the leadership contest.

Comes first in the second ballot of Conservative MPs during the leadership contest.

Wins the Conservative Party leadership election and succeeds Michael Howard.

Becomes Leader of the Opposition after winning the Conservative leadership.

Becomes Leader of HM Official Opposition after winning the Conservative leadership.

Elected Leader of the Conservative Party.

Approved for appointment to the Privy Council after becoming opposition leader.

Backs the Built to Last statement of Conservative aims and values during party modernisation.

Uses policy review groups to develop new Conservative positions before the next general election.

Promotes a modernising Conservative agenda intended to broaden the party's electoral appeal.

Sworn of the Privy Council.

Promotes priority candidate lists to broaden Conservative parliamentary representation.

Places the Conservative Party on election alert during speculation that Gordon Brown might call an early general election.

Supports Trident renewal as Conservative votes help pass the Commons motion.

Challenges the Labour government over its handling of the financial crisis and public finances.

Visits Georgia after the Russia-Georgia conflict and argues for a firmer response to Russian aggression.

Forms a new Conservative grouping in the European Parliament.

Gives evidence to the Speaker's Conference as Conservative leader on parliamentary representation.

Backs legislation expanding the academy school programme as part of the coalition's education reforms.

Takes part in the first televised general-election leaders' debates during the 2010 campaign.

Leads Conservative negotiations after the general election produces a hung Parliament.

Leads the Conservatives to become the largest party in a hung parliament.

Announces plans to form a coalition government with the Liberal Democrats.

Sets out priorities of freedom, fairness and responsibility after accepting the Queen's request to form a government.

Appointed Prime Minister after Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition talks.

Forms a coalition government promising no transfer of powers without referendum.

Appears with Nick Clegg to present the new Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition government.

Launches the coalition's Big Society programme with Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.

Sets out plans to promote enterprise, rebalance the economy and support private-sector growth.

Argues that reducing the deficit is necessary while maintaining the conditions for long-term economic growth.

Apologises after the Saville Report finds the killings unjustified.

Promotes the Big Society as a central theme of his government during a Liverpool launch.

Publishes a national security strategy setting out threats and strategic priorities for the United Kingdom.

Presents the Strategic Defence and Security Review to Parliament.

Reaffirms the coalition government's commitment to family policy in a speech hosted by Relate.

Backs the Education Act as part of changes to schools, discipline and education administration.

Supports the Localism Act and the coalition's programme to devolve powers to communities and local authorities.

Pauses elements of NHS reform for a listening exercise with patients and health professionals.

Updates Parliament after British aircraft and ships help evacuate nationals from unrest in Libya.

Wins Commons support for UK participation in military action over Libya.

Announces that British forces are taking part in international military action under the United Nations mandate.

Wins House of Commons support for military action implementing United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973.

Opens an international conference coordinating political and diplomatic support for Libya's transition.

Meets President Nicolas Sarkozy to discuss military, diplomatic and political pressure on the Qadhafi regime.

Holds the referendum on replacing first past the post with the alternative vote.

Announces changes to NHS reform proposals following the government's listening exercise.

Announces a public inquiry into press ethics after the phone-hacking scandal.

Links aid, trade, enterprise and democratic accountability in a speech during a visit to Nigeria.

Introduces the referendum lock for major future EU treaty changes.

Recalls Parliament and sets out the government's response after serious rioting in English cities.

Chairs the National Security Council and responds as Qadhafi's regime loses control of most of Tripoli.

Reports to Parliament on the collapse of Qadhafi's rule and Britain's role in the international campaign.

The Fixed-term Parliaments Act receives royal assent.

Addresses the United Nations General Assembly as Prime Minister for the first time.

Conservative Eurosceptic MPs rebel in favour of a referendum on EU membership.

Reports to Parliament after Libya's National Transitional Council declares the country's liberation.

Refuses to support proposed European treaty changes during negotiations over the eurozone crisis.

The Scotland Act 2012 receives royal assent.

Sets out arguments for further welfare reform and a stronger link between support, work and responsibility.

Represents the government during the London Olympic Games as Britain hosts athletes and visitors from around the world.

Welcomes the approaching London Olympic and Paralympic Games and highlights Britain's preparations.

Apologises after the Hillsborough Independent Panel report exposes failures and altered police statements.

Signs the agreement giving the Scottish Parliament power to hold an independence referendum.

Reports to Parliament on European Council discussions about competitiveness, the eurozone and the EU budget.

Presses European partners for tighter long-term limits on European Union spending.

Threatens to veto the EU budget without restraint in spending.

Receives the Leveson report into press culture and ethics.

Supports legislation ending male preference in succession for royal children born after the agreed starting date.

Launches a mid-term review with Nick Clegg assessing coalition progress and priorities for the remaining Parliament.

Promises an in-out referendum on European Union membership if the Conservatives win the next election.

Sets out the pledge for renegotiation and an in out referendum.

Promises an in-out referendum on European Union membership if the Conservatives win the next election.

Reports an agreement that reduces the European Union's seven-year spending ceiling in real terms.

Hosts G8 leaders in Northern Ireland with an agenda centred on trade, tax and transparency.

Promotes international cooperation against tax evasion and greater transparency over company ownership.

The Marriage Act receives royal assent, legalising same-sex marriage in England and Wales.

Loses a House of Commons vote on possible military action after chemical weapons attacks in Syria.

Calls on people across Britain to argue positively for Scotland to remain in the United Kingdom.

Meets NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen ahead of the alliance summit in Wales.

Opposes Jean-Claude Juncker's nomination for European Commission president during European Council negotiations.

Sets out a strategy for confronting ISIL and its territorial expansion across Iraq and Syria.

Hosts NATO leaders in Wales for talks on Russia, defence spending, Afghanistan and emerging security threats.

Responds to the Scottish referendum result and promises further devolution.

Addresses the United Nations on Ukraine, Ebola, the Middle East and the threat posed by ISIL.

Presses European leaders to increase financial and medical support for the international response to Ebola.

Reports to Parliament as British forces conclude their combat mission in Afghanistan.

Argues for changes to European free movement rules and tighter controls on access to welfare.

Promotes policies intended to expand home ownership and house building during the majority government.

Begins the legislative programme of his majority government with a new Queen's Speech agenda.

Sets out plans intended to expand access to NHS services across seven days.

Wins a Conservative majority on a manifesto promising an EU membership referendum.

Wins a Conservative majority in the general election.

Wins a Conservative majority on a manifesto promising an EU membership referendum.

Sets out a One Nation approach after the Conservatives secure a parliamentary majority.

Forms a Conservative majority government after the election.

The European Union Referendum Bill is introduced in Parliament.

The European Union Referendum Bill is introduced in Parliament.

Coordinates the British government response after the terrorist attack at Sousse kills British holidaymakers.

Meets G7 leaders to discuss security, the global economy, Ukraine and international cooperation.

Backs the introduction of a National Living Wage as part of the government's economic programme.

Sets out proposals to challenge violent and non-violent extremism and promote shared British values.

Addresses disruption and migration pressures around Calais during the summer of 2015.

Announces an expansion of UK resettlement for vulnerable Syrian refugees.

Represents the United Kingdom at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Malta.

Presents a new Strategic Defence and Security Review focused on terrorism, cyber threats and state-based risks.

Sets out four objectives for renegotiating Britain's relationship with the European Union.

Sends the European Council president Britain's formal objectives for European Union reform.

Expresses solidarity with France and reviews UK security after the Paris terrorist attacks.

Updates Parliament on the Paris attacks and discussions at the G20 summit in Turkey.

Supports international efforts that culminate in the Paris Agreement on climate change.

Wins Commons backing for UK airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria.

The European Union Referendum Act receives royal assent.

The European Union Referendum Act receives royal assent.

Updates Parliament on negotiations and says the substance of an EU agreement matters more than speed.

Sets out a social reform agenda focused on improving life chances for disadvantaged families.

Uses the World Economic Forum to discuss Britain's economy, employment and European reform.

Uses the World Economic Forum to argue for reform of Britain's European Union membership terms.

Reports to the House of Commons on draft proposals emerging from the European Union renegotiation.

Secures a renegotiated EU membership deal at the European Council.

Secures a renegotiated EU membership deal at the European Council.

Announces that the EU membership referendum will be held on 23 June 2016.

Announces that the EU membership referendum will be held on 23 June 2016.

Addresses Parliament in support of remaining in the European Union.

Addresses Parliament in support of remaining in the European Union.

Faces questions over family finances after the Panama Papers revelations.

Promotes stronger disclosure of company ownership as part of the government's anti-corruption agenda.

Campaigns for Remain by emphasizing economic risks he associates with leaving the European Union.

Campaigns for Remain by arguing that European Union membership contributes to British national security.

Hosts an international summit aimed at exposing corruption, improving transparency and strengthening enforcement.

Answers questions on European Union membership during a televised referendum programme.

The United Kingdom votes in the referendum on European Union membership.

The United Kingdom votes in the referendum on European Union membership.

Announces that he will resign after the Leave victory.

The Leave side wins the referendum by 52 percent to 48 percent.

Announces that he will resign as Prime Minister after the referendum result.

Reports to Parliament after the referendum and discusses the transition following the vote to leave.

Responds in Parliament to publication of the Iraq Inquiry report chaired by Sir John Chilcot.

Attends the NATO summit in Warsaw during his final week as Prime Minister.

Leaves office after the Brexit referendum result and hands office to Theresa May.

Reviews his government's record and thanks colleagues, public servants and his family before leaving office.

Takes Prime Minister's Questions for the final time before leaving Downing Street.

Resigns as Member of Parliament for Witney.

Serves as Foreign Secretary from the House of Lords after receiving a life peerage.

Returns to frontline government as Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs.

Joins football leaders in urging supporters travelling to Euro 2024 to prepare carefully and follow official advice.

Supports measures against alleged Russian malign activity, including expulsion of an undeclared intelligence officer.

Supports continuing Royal Air Force humanitarian airdrops delivering food and supplies for civilians in Gaza.

Sets out a foreign-policy approach centred on stronger competition, cooperation and innovation in a more dangerous world.

Oversees the summoning of China's ambassador after allegations of foreign interference in the United Kingdom.

Supports shipment of more than one hundred tonnes of aid toward the temporary maritime pier serving Gaza.

Announces increased humanitarian aid intended to help hundreds of thousands of people facing food insecurity in Yemen.

Supports an £85 million international funding package to address antimicrobial resistance.

Participates in UK-EU-Spain-Gibraltar talks on progress toward an agreement concerning Gibraltar.

Meets European Commission representatives for Withdrawal Agreement and Trade and Cooperation Agreement discussions.

Supports delivery of UK-funded shelter supplies through the temporary maritime pier serving Gaza.

Joins partners in sanctions targeting illicit arms-for-oil cooperation between Russia and North Korea.

Marks fifteen years since the end of Sri Lanka's armed conflict with a Foreign Secretary statement.

Issues a statement on the dangerous situation around El Fasher during the war in Sudan.

Strengthens UK-Finland cooperation through a strategic partnership emphasizing European security and support for Ukraine.

Visits Albania to strengthen cooperation against people smuggling and illegal migration.

Joins international action against entities involved in unlawful arms transfers from North Korea to Russia.

Announces UK financial aid for basic services and stability in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

Supports a new package of sanctions intended to weaken Russia's war economy and support Ukraine.

Attends the Gavi investment summit supporting the African Vaccine Manufacturing Accelerator.