The National Government of 1935–1937 was formed by

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on his reappointment as

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, following the resignation of Ramsay MacDonald in June 1935. As a National Government it contained members of the

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, Liberal Nationals and National Labour, as well as a number of individuals who belonged to no political party. The Government oversaw the

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and three monarchs in 1936. In May 1937, Baldwin resigned and was replaced as Prime Minister by

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Cabinet

1935–1937

Notes

*Anthony Eden served as Minister without Portfolio, with specific responsibility for League of Nations Affairs (and was often referred to as "Minister for League of Nations Affairs) for approximately six months; during this time, he enjoyed equal status with the Foreign Secretary (Sir Samuel Hoare) and sat in the cabinet.

List of ministers

Members of the Cabinet are in bold face.

References

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