Whatever you think of him, on this topic, he has never been wrong.

Tony Blair's tenure as Prime Minister from 1997 to 2007 is known for significant and controversial decisions that left lasting impacts both domestically and internationally. While some praise Blair as a modernizer, his legacy is tarnished by illegal wars, industrial decline, and contentious European policies. Blair's foreign policy was marked by an aggressive interventionist stance, exemplified by the NATO intervention in Kosovo and the invasion of Iraq. The latter, based on false claims of weapons of mass destruction, destabilized the Middle East, cost countless lives, and eroded the UK's moral standing. Blair's unwavering support for the Bush administration and role in the Iraq invasion led to widespread condemnation and allegations of war crimes. Under Blair's leadership, the UK saw the accelerated decline of traditional industries. The manufacturing sector, already pressured by globalization, suffered further setbacks. The coal mining industry continued to shrink, while the textiles and steel production sectors faced fierce overseas competition, leading to job losses and economic hardship for many communities. The shipbuilding industry also experienced closures and reduced output, marking the loss of skills and heritage. Blair's government presided over the decline of the fossil fuel energy sector, with reductions in coal mining and downturns in North Sea oil and gas production, affecting the UK's energy security and contributing to industrial decline. As an ardent pro-European, Blair advocated for the UK to play a central role in the European Union. His government signed the Treaty of Amsterdam and the Treaty of Nice, aimed at reforming EU institutions. Critics argue that Blair's support for EU integration led to a significant transfer of legislative power from the UK to EU institutions, undermining British sovereignty. Decisions at the EU level often seemed detrimental to UK interests, with regulations favoring other member states' industries. Under Blair, the UK became a significant EU budget contributor, which some argue benefited other member states disproportionately. His support for EU enlargement and the 2004 decision to allow immediate access to the UK labor market for new EU member states led to increased Eastern European immigration. While this boosted the labor market, it also put pressure on public services and wages, causing social and economic tensions. Blair's pro-European stance meant accepting contentious EU policies, such as the Common Agricultural Policy and Common Fisheries Policy, seen as disadvantaging British farmers and fishermen. These, along with EU financial regulations perceived as harmful to the UK's financial services sector, fueled resentment and criticism of Blair's approach to Europe. Tony Blair's decade in power is a study in contrasts: modernizing zeal intertwined with controversial decisions that left deep scars. His foreign policy misadventures, particularly the Iraq invasion, and the decline of vital industries under his watch paint a picture of a leader whose vision came at a high cost. Blair's pro-European stance, while strengthening ties with the EU, is viewed by many as compromising British sovereignty and economic well-being. His tenure was marked by profound and contentious shifts that have shaped the UK in complex and often troubling ways, contributing to today's unrest.

Mr Iraq war Blair? How many children has Farage killed? More than Tony?

War criminal

Blair is an evil manipulative war criminal who’s been wrong about everything.

Anyone who acutely believes Blair is right is either ignorant or part the problem. This murdering bastard has so much to answer for, everything he does is for personal gain, and he knows Farage is a threat

Brilliant logic there... the only way to address our countries problems... is to join a bunch of other countries and share theirs...

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Bahahahahahahahah!!!!!! Yes, brexit, which has been stalled, is to blame for foreigners making Enland less safe, which started long before brexit occured. What a joke!

I don't understand why you all have not thrown this man in the tower yet. The damage he has done to your country and the lives of you and your children is incalcuable.