The Rt. Hon. Sir John Major KG CH

Prime Minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 1990-1997

1997Prime Minister (1990-1997)

Mr Major’s Comments at the Grand National – 7 April 1997

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The text of Mr Major’s comments at the Grand National, made on 7th April 1997.

QUESTION:

[Mr Major was asked why he come to the rescheduled Grand National]

PRIME MINISTER:

Well, I have two reasons for being here today. One, I would like to indicate to the IRA that they cannot stop great British institutions, and secondly, I’m looking forward to seeing the race.