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Thatcher, Margaret Hilda, 1925 - 2013 (née Roberts, Baroness Thatcher of Kesteven, Prime Minister)

 Person

Dates and places

b. 1925

Sphere of activity

Prime Minister 1979 - 1990.

Other information

Conservative MP, 1959-92; Secretary of State for Education and Science, 1970-4; Leader of the Opposition, 1975-9.

Found in 45 Collections and/or Records:

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Answerphone Tapes, 1988

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/2/3
Scope and Contents A box containing Spitting Image answerphone audio cassette tapes and/or cases, accompanied by case inserts relating to these tapes, made by The Comic Answer Company Limited/K-Tel International (SI/488). These answerphone tapes feature impressions of celebrity and political figures from Spitting Image voice actors: Chris Barrie, Steve Nallon and Nigel Plaskitt. The front cover of the inserts have images of Spitting...
Dates: 1988
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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BBC World Service, People in Politics and BBC Radio 4, Newsnight: interviews with NK, 1989-03

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0014/KNNK 26/2/95
Scope and Contents

Subjects (in the People in Politics interview) include: NK's view of Margaret Thatcher; socialism and the free market; the future of Europe; nuclear disarmament.

Subjects in the Newsnight interview include: NK's view of Margaret Thatcher's legacy and character; the failure of the opposition parties; the view of Thatcher within the Conservative Party.

Dates: 1989-03
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Series: Access copies available.
 Sub-Sub-Sub-Series

Book and Promotional Material, 1993

 Sub-Sub-Sub-Series
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/8/10/2
Scope and Contents

A paperback copy of the Spitting Image Productions Limited merchandise publication, Thatcha! The Real Maggie Memoirs, along with various related promotional material.

Dates: 1993
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
 Item

Book Stand, 1993

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/8/10/2/3
Scope and Contents

A large, life-sized promotional book stand for the Spitting Image Productions Limited publication, Thatcha! The Read Maggie Memoirs. The stand features the 'Maggalyn' puppet illustration, which depicts Margaret Thatcher in a spoof of Marilyn Monroe in a white dress; photographic image taken by Steve Bendelack (SI/263 (a)). The image on the stand is accompanied by text, relating to the sale of the book, including a red block of text censoring Thatcher's groin.

Dates: 1993
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Calendar, 1987

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/3
Scope and Contents

A 1988 Spitting Image calendar. The item features plasticine model illustrations by Spitting Image Productions Limited on the cover and for each month (SI/31, 107 to 17; and L+F/107), with further artwork designed by the company, Shape of Things. The calendar was printed by Danilo Publishing Limited.

Dates: 1987
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Central Independent Television Promotional Folder, 1983

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/7/2/1/1
Scope and Contents A Central Independent Television promotional folder advertising its winter programming for 1983-1984. The front and back covers feature images of the Spitting Image puppets for the British Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, and American President, Ronald Reagan. Inside the folder, there is a bundle of photocopy press-cuttings with stories about the upcoming first series of Spitting Image.The original reference number for this...
Dates: 1983
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Ceramics, c late 1980s-c early 1990s

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/4/16
Scope and Contents A file containing nine plastic sleeves holding photographic transparencies of varying sizes, which feature images relating to ceramic items designed by Spitting Image Productions Limited. The following are present:1. A large transparency featuring the image of a toby jug that was made for a Bass draught beer advertisement (SI/1225); image taken by John Lawrence Jones. 2. Transparencies of various sizes, accompanied by 35mm slides, which contain images of a 1989...
Dates: c late 1980s-c early 1990s
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Christmas Cards, 1986 - 1988

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/4/1
Scope and Contents A file holding three examples of Christmas cards produced by Spitting Image Productions Limited, made for public sale. The following are available: 1. A card from 1986 that has a plasticine model illustration on the front of Santa Claus pointing a gun to his own head, while his other hand holds a UB40 card [a former UK unemployment benefits card]. The photographic image on the front was taken by John Lawrence Jones (SI/461).2. A card from c 1987-1988, which features a...
Dates: 1986 - 1988
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Correspondence between Margaret Thatcher and NGA, 1971-03-02 - 1989-01-04

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0272/NGA/5/1/967
Scope and Contents

This file comprises:-
1 autograph letter signed and 5 typed letters signed from Margaret Thatcher to NGA. 26 Mar. 1971 - 4 Jan. 1989
2 carbon typed letters from NGA to Margaret Thatcher. 2 Mar. 1971 and 15 Nov. 1972
1 typed letter signed from Margaret Thatcher's Assistant Private Secretary to NGA. 13 Nov. 1972
1 carbon typed letter from NGA to A.A. Bath. 15 Nov. 1972.



Dates: 1971-03-02 - 1989-01-04
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Some files are closed because they contain personal information. Most files which are marked as restricted access can be read with the written permission of the author. All other files may be consulted in the Archive Centre following the standard registration procedures.
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Dog Chew Toys, 1985 - 1987

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/6
Scope and Contents

A box containing six 'Pet Hates' dog chew vinyl toys, designed by Spitting Image Productions Limited and manufactured by Armitage Brothers plc (SI/465-469). The dog chews are in the likeness of the following politicians: Margaret Thatcher; Neil Kinnock, depicted as a clown (two examples of this toy); David Owen and David Steel; Mikhail Gorbachev; and Ronald Reagan.

The Gorbachev and Reagan toys are sealed in their original packaging.

Dates: 1985 - 1987
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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File Bundle, 1987

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/8/4/1
Scope and Contents

A file containing material relating to the publication, Spitting Images. The following are present: a paperback copy of the British version of the book, published by Century Hutchinson Limited; a cover proof for the British version; a paperback copy of the American version of the book, published by Harcourt Brace Jovanovich; and contracts for Ben Elton and Heathcote Williams, as additional writers for the publication.

Dates: 1987
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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File Bundle, 1993

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/8/10/2/1
Scope and Contents A file containing a paperback copy of the Spitting Image Productions Limited publication, Thatcha! The Real Maggie Memoirs, along with promotional material. The promotion-related items include: a white t-shirt with a Margaret Thatcher-related print on its front; a small advertisement stand with the 'Magglyn' illustration, which spoofs Thatcher as Marilyn Monroe in a white dress; and an invitation for an event held at The Savoy Hotel, Blackpool, on 7 October...
Dates: 1993
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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File for 1989, 1989

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/5/1/1/1/6
Scope and Contents A file containing press-clippings, both originals and photocopies, taken from various British newspapers and some magazines. There is also the occasional cutting from international publications as well. The contents of these clippings feature articles and other items on the following topics, but are not limited to: the relocation of the Spitting Image Workshop to new premises at Plumbers Row, London; Spitting Image Productions Limited merchandise; the special episode, The...
Dates: 1989
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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General Transparencies, 1983 - 1997

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/4/3
Scope and Contents Seven boxes with numerous sleeves of 63mm and 35mm photographic transparencies and slides, along with a small amount of photographs, the vast majority of which contain images of Spitting Image puppets. These images have been produced for Spitting Image publications and merchandise, commissioned work from external publications and companies, for general use by the media, and for other purposes. There are also transparencies and related...
Dates: 1983 - 1997
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Goodbye!, 1992

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/8/7
Scope and Contents A file containing a copy of the Spitting Image Productions Limited publication, Goodbye!, published by TMP Communications in 1992. This publication is a satirical take on the British celebrity news magazine, Hello!, and its contents focus mainly on the British royal family and its activities, particularly a scandal surrounding Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, and her financial advisor, John Bryan. The photographic images found on the...
Dates: 1992
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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'Hitler's War', 1977 - 1982

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Reference Code: GBR/0272/SC/Latham/1
Scope and Contents File of correspondence and news cuttings documenting Sir Michael Latham's enquiries into claims made by David Irving in his book _Hitler's War_ relating to Enigma machine decryptions, and related Intelligence matters. Includes correspondence with: the then Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher; Ian Gow, Parliamentary Private Secretary; Jean Howard (former staff at Bletchley Park); David Irving, and correspondence with his publishers; Professor F H Hinsley, Master of Jesus College, Cambridge;...
Dates: 1977 - 1982
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Interview with NK on the murder of Ian Gow and later news bulletins, 1990-07-30 - 1991-05

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0014/KNNK 26/2/134
Scope and Contents Includes: interview on the death of Ian Gow, and also on other subjects including the Poll Tax and changes to the party constitution allowing the expulsion of members (16 minutes 17 seconds); BBC Radio 4 World at One bulletin, 21 Nov 1990, mainly on the Conservative Party leadership election (31 minutes 14 seconds); BBC Radio 4 Today Programme, May 1991, on subjects including health reforms, including interviews with Robin Cook, Labour health spokesman, and William Waldegrave, Secretary of...
Dates: 1990-07-30 - 1991-05
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Series: Access copies available.
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Invoice Duplicate Book, 1982

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/2/4/2/5
Scope and Contents

A Gundulph invoice/statement duplicate book, which contains copies of invoices for orders of Luck & Flaw's Prince Charles [afterwards King Charles III]/Princess Diana/baby Prince William eggcup set. These orders were dealt with between 31 July and 25 September 1982. Some of the orders also include the purchase of the Margaret Thatcher teapot and other items.

Dates: 1982
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Access to the collection is restricted pending cataloguing. Researchers wishing to access the collection require permission from the Keeper of Archives and Modern Manuscripts and will need to sign a Data Release form. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Letter from Margaret Thatcher to GHWR, 1987-05-01

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Reference Code: GBR/0272/GHWR/3/414
Scope and Contents

1 typed letter signed.

Dates: 1987-05-01
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: The majority of the Rylands Papers are readily available to scholars in the Archive Centre. Record consultation is by appointment. Personal letters of living authors may only be consulted with their written permission. Some material is reserved in view of its sensitivity. There is no access to such material for the time being.
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Letter from Margaret Thatcher to R.H. Bulmer, 1981-01-06

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Reference Code: GBR/0272/EFB/3/134
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Margaret Thatcher 10th Anniversary Toby Jug, 1989

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/3/5/3/1
Scope and Contents

A Margaret Thatcher 10-year anniversary toby jug, commemorating her prime ministership, which also features Denis Thatcher as the handle (SI/1228). The jug was modelled by Pablo Bach at the Spitting Image Workshop, and manufactured by the pottery company, Glazed Expressions. The base of the jug is signed 'J Mick.'

Dates: 1989
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Margaret Thatcher Mug Mould, 1983

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/2/4/1/7/1
Scope and Contents

A plaster mould for a ceramic mug, made in the image of Margaret Thatcher's head, modelled by Luck & Flaw. The mould is comprised of five pieces, which resembles a cube when put together.

Dates: 1983
Conditions Governing Access: Part restricted. Very fragile material - access may only be possible with support from specialist conservation staff. Please seek guidance.
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Margaret Thatcher Teapot, 1980

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/2/4/1/1/2
Scope and Contents

A ceramic teapot with accompanying lid that is made in the image of Margaret Thatcher's head. The teapot has a white, matte finish.

This teapot was modelled by Luck & Flaw, and was manufactured by either English Ironstone Tableware or Gill Wing Ceramics.

Dates: 1980
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Sub-Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Margaret Thatcher Teapot, c 1980-c 1985

 Item
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/2/4/1/1/3
Scope and Contents

A ceramic teapot with accompanying lid that is made in the image of Margaret Thatcher's head. The teapot has a matte finish with blue/green mottled colouration.

The teapot was modelled by Luck & Flaw, and produced at the Dartington Pottery Training Workshop.

Dates: c 1980-c 1985
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Sub-Series: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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Miscellaneous Items, 1979, 1985 - 1997

 File
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.10275/3/5/4
Scope and Contents A box of published material produced by various organisations, the contents of which have some relation to Spitting Image, Spitting Image Productions Limited or Roger Law. The following items are present:1. A blue album that contains tearsheets of magazine front covers, and examples of advert posters for Mannesmann Tally printers. These items feature Spitting Image puppets. There is also a front cover for a 1979 issue of ...
Dates: Publication: 1979; Publication: 1985 - 1997
Conditions Governing Access: From the Sub-Fonds: See sub-level descriptions for information on access conditions.
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