Britain's confused stance on European economic and monetary union has hurt London financial markets, and the prime minister got a good taste of traders' ire today. Blair was greeted by boos and hisses when he popped in at the London International Financial Futures and Options Exchange. But after a few minutes, Reuters reported, some of the younger traders warmed to the PM, chatting with him and seeking autographs.
Blair Booed
Britain's confused stance on European economic and monetary union has hurt London financial markets, and the prime minister got a good taste of traders' ire today. Blair was greeted by boos and hisses when he popped in at the London International Financial Futures and Options Exchange. But after a few minutes, Reuters reported, some of the younger traders warmed to the PM, chatting with him and seeking autographs.