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2023 in Great Britain
Explore 61 historical events and records for Great Britain in 2023.
Historical records for Great Britain in 2023
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January
February
Five National Missions
Starmer presents five long-term missions intended to guide a future Labour government.
Mission for Economic Growth
Starmer makes sustained economic growth the first of Labour's national missions.
Brexit
Agrees the Windsor Framework with the European Union.
March
Brexit
Wins Commons approval for the Stormont brake element of the Windsor Framework.
Stormont Brake Vote
Supports Commons approval of the Stormont brake element of the Windsor Framework.
Safer Streets Mission
Starmer proposes neighbourhood policing and measures addressing violence against women.
April
Death of Nigel Lawson
Dies on 3 April 2023 after a long career in journalism, Conservative politics, government, business and the House of Lords.
Watkins Scores Twice Against Newcastle
Watkins strikes twice in Aston Villa's 3–0 win over Newcastle, an important result in Emery's push for European qualification.
May
Eurovision Song Contest
Supports Liverpool's hosting of Eurovision after Ukraine cannot safely stage the contest.
NHS Reform Mission
Starmer sets goals for prevention, workforce reform and improved access to NHS care.
June
FA Cup Winner
Jack Grealish featured on the left as City completed the domestic part of their treble pursuit as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 2-1 in the 2023 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
John Stones stepped into midfield from the back to help City manage possession as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 2-1 in the 2023 FA Cup final at Wembley.
FA Cup Winner
Kyle Walker used his recovery speed to support City's defensive shape against United as Manchester City defeated Manchester United 2-1 in the 2023 FA Cup final at Wembley.
Bowen Wins Europa Conference League Final
Jarrod Bowen runs onto Lucas Paquetá’s pass and scores a late winner as West Ham United defeat Fiorentina 2-1 to lift a European trophy.
David Moyes Delivers European Trophy
David Moyes guides West Ham United to their first major European trophy since 1965 through a 2-1 victory over Fiorentina in Prague.
Champions League Winner
John Stones stepped into midfield during City's attacks and helped control possession in the 2023 UEFA Champions League final, helping Manchester City win the competition.
Champions League Winner
Kyle Walker entered as a substitute to reinforce City's defence late in the match in the 2023 UEFA Champions League final, helping Manchester City win the competition.
Real Madrid Transfer Announced
Real Madrid announce his transfer from Borussia Dortmund on a six-season contract.
Clean Power Mission
Starmer commits Labour to pursuing clean electricity and domestic energy investment.
July
Education Opportunity Mission
Starmer proposes reform of childcare, schools, skills and vocational education.
September
First Bee Network Buses
Burnham launches the first franchised Bee Network bus services in western Greater Manchester.
October
Labour Conference Leadership Speech
Starmer argues that Labour is ready to govern and rebuild national infrastructure.
November
Return to Government
Returns to frontline government as Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs.
Foreign Secretary in House of Lords
Serves as Foreign Secretary from the House of Lords after receiving a life peerage.
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Al Ettifaq Arrival
Jordan Henderson joined Al Ettifaq from Liverpool in 2023 to compete in Saudi Arabia’s top division. The former Liverpool captain became an experienced midfield leader during his time in Saudi Arabia.
Al Ettifaq Arrival
The 2023 move from Club Brugge to Al Ettifaq brought Jack Hendry into the Saudi top flight. The Scotland defender brought Belgian league and Champions League experience.
Al Ettifaq Manager Appointment
Gerrard accepts the managerial position at Al Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia, beginning a new phase of his coaching career abroad.
Attosecond Electron Dynamics Experiments
Uses ultrafast light techniques to investigate electron motion on attosecond time scales.
Birmingham City Manager Appointment
Rooney is appointed Birmingham City manager following his departure from D.C. United, taking charge of a Championship club with promotion ambitions.
Bishop Scores Regularly in League One
Bishop's goals help Portsmouth contend near the top of League One as Mousinho develops a more consistent attacking approach.
Brentford Defensive Leadership
Mee gave Brentford aerial strength and organisational experience during the campaign in which the side finished ninth in the Premier League.
Brentford Top Scoring Premier League Season
Toney finished the Premier League season with twenty goals, driving Brentford's remarkable ninth-place league campaign.
Budget
Jeremy Hunt presents the 2023 Budget to the House of Commons as Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Budget Policy
The 2023 Budget under Jeremy Hunt sets out the Government's taxation, expenditure and borrowing plans.
Charlton Midfield Captaincy
Dobson captains Charlton Athletic and supplies ball-winning discipline and leadership in the middle of the pitch.
Chelsea Interim Manager Return
Lampard returns as caretaker manager of Chelsea for the final weeks of the season, helping the club navigate a turbulent campaign.
Clarke Helps Sunderland Reach Playoffs
Clarke attacks from the left flank during Sunderland's first Championship season after promotion, helping the team earn a play-off place.
Creative Fullback in League One Promotion
Leif Davis provides attacking width and deliveries from left-back during Ipswich Town’s 2022–23 promotion season, becoming a key part of Kieran McKenna’s system.
Gary O’Neil Head Coach Appointment
Becomes Wolves head coach shortly before the 2023–24 Premier League season and reshapes the side under difficult circumstances.
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