Statue of Margaret Thatcher, Houses of Parliament, Bronze statue in Members' Lobby, Palace of Westminster, United Kingdom
The Statue of Margaret Thatcher is a bronze figure located in the Members' Lobby within the Palace of Westminster, depicting the former British prime minister. It shows her with her right arm raised and holding papers in her left hand.
The monument was unveiled in 2007 after Parliament changed rules to permit statues of sitting prime ministers under specific circumstances. This marked a shift in parliamentary tradition, as such honors had previously been reserved for the deceased.
The statue represents a divisive political figure whose tenure as prime minister transformed Britain in ways that remain debated today. Visitors in Parliament encounter a symbol that continues to spark conversations about her legacy.
The statue stands in a section of Parliament that requires specific access arrangements to visit. Prospective visitors should verify conditions and timing for entry before planning their trip.
At the unveiling, the former prime minister joked about the material, saying she would have preferred iron but that bronze would work since it resists rust. This quip referenced her famous 'Iron Lady' nickname, adding humor to the occasion.
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