
Is Roy Jenkins A-List?
No — Roy Jenkins is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1977
President of EC
Lost A-list status in 1981
Dropped to B tier — SDP Founding Member
Ranking Timeline
Chancellor of the Exchequer
Appointed Chancellor of the Exchequer, a key economic role in the government.
President of EC
Became President of the European Commission, a prestigious international position.
SDP Founding Member
Helped found the Social Democratic Party, marking a shift in his political alignment.
Returns to Parliament
Elected to Parliament as an SDP MP.
Death in Oxford
Dies at his home in Oxford, UK. He leaves behind a legacy as a political and literary figure.
Remembered as Key Figure
His contributions to British and European politics continue to be remembered and studied.
Last updated: February 25, 2026