Leadership

The Rt Hon Sir Conor Burns is a British politician who served as Member of Parliament for Bournemouth West from 2010 to 2024. He was a close friend and ally of Margaret Thatcher, and served as her Parliamentary Private Secretary equivalent during her final years in the House of Lords.

Sir Conor has held various ministerial positions including Minister of State for Northern Ireland and Minister of State for International Trade. He brings extensive political experience and a deep personal connection to Lady Thatcher's legacy to his role as Chairman of the Margaret Thatcher Centre.

Donal Blaney is the Founder of the Margaret Thatcher Centre. A solicitor by profession and a committed Thatcherite, he has dedicated significant efforts to preserving and promoting the principles that Margaret Thatcher championed throughout her political career.

Donal founded the Centre to ensure that future generations understand and appreciate the transformative impact of Mrs Thatcher's leadership on Britain and the world. He continues to play an active role in the Centre's strategic direction and development.