What was the position she held from 1974 in Harold Wilson's cabinet?
Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection
Secretary of State for Home Affairs
Secretary of State for Education and Science
Shadow Home Secretary
Answer
From 1974 to 1975, Shirley Williams served as Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection in Harold Wilson's cabinet. She was responsible for setting and enforcing prices for goods and services, and for protecting consumers from unfair practices. In this role, she oversaw the introduction of a number of new regulations, including the Consumer Credit Act 1974 and the Fair Trading Act 1973.
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