Wilson, Harold
Pronunciation: /ˈwɪls(ə)n/
Definition of Wilson, Harold
- Baron Wilson of Rievaulx (1916–95), British Labour statesman, Prime Minister 1964–70 and 1974-6; full name James Harold Wilson. In both terms of office he faced severe economic problems. His government introduced a number of social reforms, including comprehensive schooling, and renegotiated Britain’s terms of entry into the European Economic Community, which was confirmed after a referendum in 1975.