3 January 2009Death of Alan Arthur WaltersAlan Arthur Walters
Death of Alan Arthur Walters, upon hearing of his death Lady Thatcher describes him as "radical, fearless" and the "finest of friends"
Historical records for Great Britain in 2009, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Death of Alan Arthur Walters, upon hearing of his death Lady Thatcher describes him as "radical, fearless" and the "finest of friends"
Death of Alan Arthur Walters, upon hearing of his death Lady Thatcher describes him as "radical, fearless" and the "finest of friends"
Death of Dave Dee
Death of Patrick McGoohan
Death of John Mortimer
Burnham helps launch proposals for universal connectivity and a stronger digital economy.
Beckham makes history by drawing level with Bobby Moores record of 108 caps for an English outfield player, coming on as a substitute for Stewart Downing in a friendly match against Spain
The Banking Act creates a permanent framework for resolving failing banks.
Burnham appoints Richard Lewis as chair of Sport England.
The radio play is broadcast on BBC Radio 4, with actress Maggie Smith reprising her role of Miss Shepherd and Alan Bennett playing himself
The radio play is broadcast on BBC Radio 4, with actress Maggie Smith reprising her role of Miss Shepherd and Alan Bennett playing himself
The Bank begins purchasing assets with newly created central-bank money to support demand.
Government record concerning the IRA: Brown condemns the Real IRA attack that kills two British soldiers.
Historical IRA record under Labour Party Government: Brown condemns the Real IRA attack that kills two British soldiers.
IRA context for James Gordon Brown: Brown condemns the Real IRA attack that kills two British soldiers.
Brown condemns the Real IRA attack that kills two British soldiers.
Burnham reappoints Sue Campbell as chair of UK Sport.
UEFA award Robson the Emerald UEFA Order of Merit award, awarded to "individuals who have dedicated their talents to the good of the game"
Burnham's department launches free swimming for eligible young and older residents.
Brown secures international commitments on financial supervision, resources and economic recovery.
G20 leaders pledge additional international resources worth approximately 1.1 trillion dollars.
Presents a memorial wreath to the Kop for the Liverpool supporters who died after Hillsborough.
Burnham responds to demands for full disclosure at the twentieth-anniversary Hillsborough memorial.
Death of James Graham Ballard
The Budget introduces incentives encouraging consumers to replace older vehicles.
British combat operations in Iraq formally conclude under Brown's premiership.
Brown compares shared ethical teachings across Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Sikhism.
Brown delivers a prime-ministerial address on responsibility, fairness and shared moral principles.
Announces resignation as Speaker during the MPs' expenses scandal.
Brown supports reforms after publication of parliamentary-expenses claims.
Releases Further Complications, which reaches number 19 on the UK albums chart.
UKIP finishes second in the UK European Parliament election.
Labour finishes third in the European Parliament election vote.
Labour suffers heavy losses in the European Parliament elections.
Burnham becomes Secretary of State for Health.
Following a Football Association-led campaign to persuade FIFA to award medals to all the winners squad members, Armfield is presented with his medal by Gordon Brown.
Greaves is presented with his 1966 World Cup Winners medal by Gordon Brown at a ceremony at 10 Downing Street.
Brown establishes an independent inquiry chaired by John Chilcot.
Brown announces an independent inquiry into Britain's participation in the Iraq War.
Forms a new Conservative grouping in the European Parliament.
Is appointed Celtic manager after leaving West Bromwich Albion.
Death of Mary Isobel Mollie Sugden
Death of "Bobby" Robert William Robson
The Sports Minister Andy Burnham addresses the Anfield crowd but is heckled by supporters chanting "Justice for the 96"
Since Noel Gallaghers departure from Oasis Liam has said he will continue making music with ex-Oasis members Gem Archer, Andy Bell, drummer Chris Sharrock and keyboard player Jay Darlington recording under the bandname Beady Eye
Since Noel Gallaghers departure from Oasis Liam has said he will continue making music with ex-Oasis members Gem Archer, Andy Bell, drummer Chris Sharrock and keyboard player Jay Darlington recording under the bandname Beady Eye
Starmer publishes interim factors guiding prosecution decisions in assisted-suicide cases.
Brown uses his award speech to advocate cooperation, human rights and interfaith understanding.
Brown receives the Appeal of Conscience Foundation's World Statesman award.
Brown announces additional British troops subject to allied and equipment commitments.
Gives evidence to the Speaker's Conference as Conservative leader on parliamentary representation.
Starmer issues a statement defining fairness, independence and accountability for public prosecutors.
British mercenary Simon Mann, convicted of attempting to overthrow Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Obiang Nguema in a failed coup in 2004, receives a presidential pardon and is released
British mercenary Simon Mann, convicted of attempting to overthrow Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Obiang Nguema in a failed coup in 2004, receives a presidential pardon and is released
Releases Reality Killed the Video Star after a break from studio albums.
Death of Edward Woodward
The treaty makes qualified-majority voting the standard procedure in additional Council decisions.
Brown's government implements the institutional changes created by the Treaty of Lisbon.
The treaty introduces a future double-majority system for qualified-majority voting.
The Treaty of Lisbon enters into force across the European Union.
The voting system requires support from a majority of European Union member states.
The treaty expands opportunities for national parliaments to examine European legislation.
The treaty establishes population and member-state thresholds for future Council majorities.
The treaty extends qualified-majority voting across additional European policy areas.
Burnham helps secure creation of the panel overseeing disclosure of Hillsborough records.
Brown participates in negotiations seeking an international agreement on climate action.
Scores Arsenal's opening goal in the 2-1 Women's FA Cup final victory over Sunderland.
Scores Arsenal's second goal in stoppage time as the club defeat Sunderland 2-1 in the Women's FA Cup final.
Stars as George Falconer in A Single Man and receives his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
Receives the leading-actress Oscar for The Reader, marking her first Academy Award victory.
Stars as schoolgirl Jenny Mellor in An Education and receives widespread critical recognition.
Alistair Maclean Darling presents the 2009 Budget to the House of Commons as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
The 2009 Budget under Alistair Maclean Darling sets out the Government's taxation, expenditure and borrowing plans.
FWA Footballer of the Year
Named by FourFourTwo football magazine as the greatest post-war British striker
Winner of 3 stages in the Giro dItalia. At the start of the 2009 Giro dItalia Columbia won the Team Time Trial and he was given the Maglia Rosa leaders jersey, the first British rider to ever wear it
Knighted for services to drama and charity
Brown's government increases borrowing as recession reduces revenue and raises support costs.
Stars in The Damned United
Portrays Queen Victoria in the historical drama The Young Victoria.
Winner of 6 sprint stages in the Tour de France. In winning the third stage he became the first Briton to hold the green jersey for two days in a row. Cavendishs win on stage 11 enabled him to reclaim the green jersey from rival Thor Hushovd, and equalled Barry Hobans British record of eight Tour de France stage wins
Finishes 4th overall
Publication of "Wolf Hall"
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