British Coalition Government Formation

This video originally aired on Wednesday, May 12, 2010.

About This Video

New British Prime Minister David Cameron held his first news conference with Liberal Democrat Leader Nick Clegg. Mr. Clegg will serve as deputy prime minister in Mr. Cameron's cabinet. Three more cabinet posts will go to members of Mr. Clegg's party, marking the first time the two parties have had a power-sharing arrangement. This is the first coalition government in the United Kingdom since World War II.

Keywords

Foreign Affairs & Defense, Western Europe, Great Britain

Related Subjects/Topics

  • Comparative Government

Speakers

  • British Prime Minister David Cameron
  • Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg
    Liberal Democrat Leader