Inquiry-Hutton
Tony Blair gives evidence to the Hutton Inquiry. The Hutton inquiry begins, the Iraq war is kept in the spotlight
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2003 in Great Britain — Page 3
Explore 195 historical events and records for Great Britain in 2003.
Historical records for Great Britain in 2003
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August
Resignation of Alistair Campbell
Resignation of Alistair Campbell, Tony Blairs adviser for 10 yrs
September
New Bullring
The redeveloped Bullring opens with new retail streets and the Selfridges building.
Reality
Releases Reality and begins what becomes his final major concert tour.
Government Report
A report suggests Blair overrode security concerns invasion could increase terrorism
Invasion of Iraq
A report suggests Blair overrode security concerns invasion could increase terrorism
Labour Conference Speech
Brown urges Labour to remain bold, united and rooted in its political identity.
October
Death of Ronald William George Barker
Death of Ronald William George Barker
Liverpool Captain
Is appointed Liverpool captain by manager Gerard Houllier.
Health of Anthony Charles Lynton Blair
Blair given electric shocks to regulate heart palpitations in the first health scare of his premiership
Health Reform
At the Labour Party Conference Tony Blair suffers 2 defeats on foundation hospitals
Labour Party Conference
At the Labour Party Conference Tony Blair suffers 2 defeats on foundation hospitals
Leadership Succession Speculation
Speculation grows that Blair may eventually support Brown as his successor.
Reform of Government
Network Rail announces it is taking over track maintenance. At the Labour Party Conference Tony Blair suffers 2 defeats on foundation hospitals
Reported Succession Discussions
Brown's allies claim new discussions concern the timing of Tony Blair's eventual departure.
November
Party Leader
Appointed Party Leader of the Conservative Party
Party Leader
Becomes Leader of the Conservative Party after Iain Duncan Smith is removed.
Daily Mirror
Wins a High Court Injunction banning publication of photos of royal apartments
World Champion
Scores the winning drop goal against Australia in the last minute of extra-time
Parliament
Sate opening of Parliament
Health and Social Care Community Health and Standards Act
Legislation creates the statutory basis for NHS foundation trusts and new systems of healthcare inspection, regulation and patient protection.
Vice Chairman
Appointed vice-chairman of the Conservative Party under Michael Howard.
December
DBE
Invested as a Dame Commander of the British Empire
Knighthood
Mick Jagger is knighted
Other events (month unknown)
Alan Pardew Appointed West Ham Manager
Alan Pardew takes charge of West Ham United during their spell in the First Division and begins the work of assembling a promotion-winning side.
Archbishop
Appointed Archbishop of Canterbury
Archbishop of Canterbury
Appointed Archbishop of Canterbury
Bananas
Records Bananas, his first Deep Purple studio album as the band's full-time keyboard player.
Blades Playoff Push Midfield Goals
Brown contributed an unusually high number of goals from midfield as Sheffield United reached the First Division playoff final.
Blades Three Cup and Playoff Campaigns
Warnock led Sheffield United to two domestic cup semifinals and the promotion playoff final in an exceptionally busy season.
Bloody Sunday
Gives evidence to the Saville Inquiry about Northern Ireland policy.
Brick Lane
Publication of "Brick Lane"
British Institute of Energy Economics Presidency Ends
Completes his recorded term as president of the British Institute of Energy Economics after several years of involvement with energy policy discussion.
Budget
James Gordon Brown presents the 2003 Budget to the House of Commons as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Budget Policy
The 2003 Budget under James Gordon Brown sets out the Government's taxation, expenditure and borrowing plans.
Calder Hall Ends Electricity Generation
Calder Hall stops generating electricity after decades of operation as part of the Sellafield nuclear site.
Captain
Appointed Liverpool Captain
Chelsea Champions League Goal Against Lazio
Lampard scores a memorable long-range Champions League goal against Lazio as Chelsea win 4-0 away from home.
Child Trust Fund Proposal
Brown proposes savings accounts for children supported by government payments.
Clash
The Clash are inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
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