Jeremy Irons (Napoleon's World)

Jeremy John Irons (born 19 September 1948) was the 9th Prime Minister of the Republic of England, serving from 2005 to 2008, when he stepped aside in favor of David Cameron after the general election. He was leader of the Whig Party from 2001 until 2008 and represents the constituency of Henley in Parliament.

As Prime Minister, he focused on economic reforms to stimulate the economy after a lengthy, stagnant period of inflation and low economic growth in the early 2000's. While popular enough to earn reelection, Irons resigned abruptly in October of 2008 after a scandal emerged concerning his sons Samuel and Max and the potential improper investigation into their allegations due to their father's office. He remains MP for Henley and is a prominent member of the backbenches, and is likely to receive a Cabinet position in the event of another Whig victory in May 2011.