But let’s be real: you can’t be a former PM and fully disappear. John Major still makes headlines, though in a very quiet, unexpectedly spicy way. He’s become a bit of a watchdog for democratic norms.
He’s publicly criticised the current Conservative government on several occasions, especially over Brexit and the handling of party finances. He’s said things like, “This is not the party I led,” which is polite for, “What in the world are you lot doing?” It’s like watching your granddad shake his head at a messy kitchen—but with really sharp legal arguments.
UK should not keep changing prime ministers, warns John Major - BBC News
Remember the Boris Johnson Clash?
Remember when he took Boris Johnson to court over proroguing Parliament in 2019? That was wild. John Major, the quiet, grey suit from the 90s, became a legal warrior against his own party. It wasn’t loud or flashy—it was quiet, stubborn, and very, very British.
It’s like he’s saying, “I’m not here for the drama, but I will defend the rules.” That’s kind of cool in a low-key, nerdy way, right?
