Chapter 995 The Conservative Party Comes to Power

Looking back on the nearly fourteen years since Attlee became the British Prime Minister from 1945 to the present, Britain has lost British India and British Burma, its influence on Egypt has been reduced, Sudan has become independent, and Nigeria is also in the process of becoming independent.

But it also successfully established the Malayan colony, returned to Myanmar economically, retained the military base in Ceylon, and worked with Portugal to import goods to the Indian market through Goa. The garrison in the Middle East is still exerting influence, and the African colonies are still relatively stable, which has ended the trend of continuous retreat.

Britain got rid of its huge debt to the United States, which was also obtained by the independence of its colonies, including British India.

But it is also true that we can pay off debts, get out of the quagmire caused by the war, and improve our income and welfare.

Militarily, Britain maintains an army of 800,000 and has successfully developed atomic bombs and hydrogen bombs.

After the economy improved, the Air Force's strategic bombers, the Navy's new aircraft carriers, and the Army's armed helicopters received support from the government and were re-entered into service. The UK can still maintain the framework of the post-war Big Three, although there has indeed been a gap with the United States and the Soviet Union. .

Compared with the memory of Britain in 1959, this difference is not insignificant. This is also the reason why Attlee led the Labor Party to unprecedented continuous power.

Alan Wilson is not modest, and he has no credit for this. Adhering to the principle of civil servant neutrality, he naturally cannot show distrust towards the Conservative Party, but it is also true that he is far more sincere towards the Labor Party than towards the Conservative Party.

Just look at what happened to several Conservative prime ministers during their tenure. It is indeed difficult for him to have any trust in this party. The Suez Canal War broke out during Eden's tenure, and the British Empire was disgraced.

Macmillan signed the Nassau Agreement, handing over the independent nuclear weapons system that Britain had spent huge sums of money to build.

Home announced global contraction during his term, abandoning Malaya, the Middle East, and Africa. With Prime Minister Heath in office, the United States completely destroyed the pound sterling zone, and Margaret Thatcher caused British industry to collapse.

So what's the point of a Labor Prime Minister handing out benefits? It was hard for him not to have a favorable impression of Labor prime ministers such as Attlee and Harold Wilson.

After dissolving parliament, the Conservative Party led by Eden and the Labor Party led by the new party leader Gateske immediately entered the general election.

It is rare that the British government falls into the hands of the real cornerstone of the country. In the Cabinet Office conference room, Norman Brooke listened to the discussions of senior Whitehall officials with a calm face.

Which one is more likely to become the new owner of No. 10 Downing Street, the respected Conservative Party leader Eden or the widely supported Labor Party leader Gaitske?

"It's hard to say. The current situation is weird and we cannot make hasty judgments." Frank shook his head slightly and said, "Our money, oh no, taxpayers' legal tax revenue, cannot be wasted on useless things."

"At the Ministry of National Defense, all the military services are competing for their heads. If the new government can no longer adopt a strict attitude on military expenditures, I think we will welcome the arrival of the new minister." Lawrence smiled slightly and said, "Of course. We all agree that necessary military investment is the only way to safeguard British interests, and I think Alan will support me."

"Support? Oh, yes, that's right." Alan Wilson was stunned for a moment and then said without missing a beat, "Of course we have to take into account the interests of all parties and carefully come up with a perfect solution. There is an explanation for all parties, although this and Confidentiality has nothing to do with it, but in the end it is better not to let ministers interfere with the normal running of the country. Having said that, if we have to face new ministers, I wonder if the distinguished gentlemen are ready?"

"I think what Allen said makes sense. We should think about how to deal with different ministers." Norman Brook said with satisfaction, "Alan, what are you doing that is of great significance and will give the ministers a sense of accomplishment?" Proposal?"

“There are four to five million Indian immigrants in British Kenya, who have a major influence there. However, according to our observations, local black people have a bad impression of Indians and think that they are outsiders. This view is also a fact.

I have carefully read the immigration policy and found loopholes in it. Once something happens to Kenya or it has to become independent, the status of these Indians will be very embarrassing. "Alan Wilson smiled and said, "If the new Foreign Secretary doesn't mind, solving this matter will give him a great sense of accomplishment. "

"Very good!" Norman Brooke nodded appreciatively and looked at the others, "We must make the ministers feel a sense of accomplishment, otherwise they may use their excess energy with nowhere to put it."

"For example, translucent nurse uniforms and toilet paper scattered on the floor." Alan Wilson couldn't help laughing.

"Haha!" The Cabinet Office conference room was suddenly filled with a lively atmosphere. Happiness is contagious.

"Overviewing the overall situation, looking back at the past and present, taking into account the average level of the ministers, and analyzing and summarizing, it may be thought so." Norman Brook took a breath, "To sum up, in summary, this is an obvious one. fact."

"Yet they still claim to represent public opinion and the attitude of the voters." Frank concluded with a contemptuous tone.

"The level of the ministers is perfectly matched with the level of the voters. The operation of the government is that the ministers find solutions from the solutions we provide and make the most professional self-decisions through our guidance."

Norman Brook explained noncommittally, "You all have to do your job well and don't let me worry about your minister. Now it seems that Allen has an idea. Everyone should also think about how to face the minister."

"Yes, Sir." All senior Whitehall officials nodded in unison. It was time to prove their reliability.

"This can also be regarded as an exam to kill the selfish and inappropriate ideas of the ministers." Norman Brooke raised his wrist and glanced at the time, "Would you like to stay for a drink?"

"Sir, let's go." Everyone understood and stood up to say goodbye. Everyone was very busy. They were not working hard for this country all the time. Take the Ministry of Interior as an example, they were also busy with activities in the cultural industry.

Edel had not yet officially taken office, and he happened to be dragged into this gathering by Alan Wilson to talk about the evils of colonialism in a relaxed environment.

This party included Vivien Leigh, Audrey Hepburn and Elizabeth Taylor who were at the peak of their acting skills. The gold content was not low, and there were also exotic styles, such as Ms. Xia Meng.

But from Ellen Wilson's point of view, there are only women who have ridden on rockets before, who are on rockets now and who will ride on rockets in the future.

"Vivian, you look so good." Gloria Garson praised Vivien Leigh without hesitation, "The career development is also enviable. I didn't expect you to come to this cocktail party."

"Gloria, you are also very charming." Vivien Leigh's eyes moved, sweeping over the man who was talking nonsense in the distance, and said with two minds, "No matter how well we maintain, we can't compare with Hepburn and Taylor. Oh, by the way, this is Xia Meng. I am going to bring her to the European and American markets. Ingrid's film company and United Artists Pictures are preparing to shoot a spin-off about the 007 series. It will use the Pacific battlefield as the background and tell the story of taking... to Pearl Harbor Intelligence.”

This prototype of historical facts in this time and space is of course instilling in Edel that Alan Wilson would rather kill three thousand people by mistake than let one go. "In fact, the local environment is much easier than that in Malaya. There were Chinese who wanted to develop the industry before." You are right to warn us about moving to a place where we cannot go. The frontier positions involved in confrontation have nothing to do with Britain. If the colonial government insists on doing the opposite, bankruptcy and liquidation will be around the corner."

It is normal for a big comprador in Malaya to want to go to a place with a majority of Chinese people and run his own sweatshop. As an outsider, Alan Wilson understands that he cannot take risks with his own industry.

In particular, Scam Island is strictly prohibited. Regardless of any reason or excuse, if you dare to ask for money or life in this matter, then Alan Wilson will really kill the disobedient person.

"British East Africa has insufficient troops. After recruiting indigenous people from the colonies in Oceania to join the army, they will be deployed in Africa. The British troops in Africa will withdraw part of them to supplement the British troops in the Middle East and Germany."

Alan Wilson was thinking and calculating, "The level of development in Africa is low, so the islanders will not think too much about it. As for contacting Australia more after taking office, the Mountbatten Group has quite strong connections in Australia. If necessary, they can help."

"Secretary General, when will I take office?" Edel expressed understanding and then asked when he would set off.

"It's best before the election results come out." Alan Wilson said with a smile, "We don't want unpleasant changes, right?"

Ms. Xia Meng came all the way and was not familiar with the place. The Executive Undersecretary in charge of diplomatic affairs, adhering to the principle that a visitor is a guest, allowed Ms. Xia Meng to deeply understand the concept and personally received her.

Xia Meng was seasick and needle-sick, but she tried her best to cooperate with Alan Wilson's diplomatic work. The guests and hosts were harmonious and had a great conversation.

Alan Wilson also took the time to address the common position of the United States on France's actions, saying that it is indeed not the right time for the UK to be in the middle of a general election. All issues will be answered by the new government when the election results are known.

This reason is legitimate. It is impossible for the UK to react now. If it has any views on the Soviet Union, the candidates of the two parties may still give it a try. Taking a stand against France will not help the general election.

In June, legal voters walked out of their homes one after another, preparing to cast their sacred vote in the fourth general election after the general election. Polling locations were overcrowded and, like the last election, the situation was tense most of the time, with the Conservatives and Labor in a close race.

Labor has an overwhelming majority in Scotland but is at a disadvantage in England. The anxious situation continued until the end. The Conservative Party led by Eden defeated the Labor Party by a margin of 33 votes, and the Labor Party's continuous power came to an end.