The DLG coalition: policies, problems and the fall of DLG

Question 1

What was a key reason for the collapse of Lloyd George’s leadership?

Answer 1

Conservative Discontent

Tories made up the majority of MPs in the coalition but had no control over policy.

Question 2

What did the Conservatives resent about Lloyd George?

Answer 2

His personal leadership style and scandals

They felt he was too radical, especially on foreign affairs and Ireland.

Question 3

What internal issue did the Liberal Party face during Lloyd George’s leadership?

Answer 3

Split in the Liberal Party

Lloyd George’s continued leadership kept the Asquith-LG split alive.

Question 4

What effect did the split in the Liberal Party have on the coalition?

Answer 4

It made the coalition politically fragile

The Liberal Party lacked unity and credibility.

Question 5

What significant event occurred at the 1922 Carlton Club Meeting?

Answer 5

Conservatives voted to leave the coalition

Lloyd George resigned shortly after.