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Forget Scottish independence — in the Outer Hebrides, they just want a working ferry service

Government mismanagement of Scotland’s ferry system risks cutting off islanders’ lifeline.

September 4, 2022 4:01 am CET

Shitstorm: French kick up a stink over UK sewage dumped in the English Channel

MEPs from Emmanuel Macron’s party complain to Brussels over Britain’s dirty waters.

August 25, 2022 8:43 pm CET
Unpacked

Johnson’s exit won’t change Brexit

Relations with the EU will remain the third rail of U.K. politics.

July 12, 2022 4:00 am CET

Boris Johnson’s exit leaves Tories searching for a hero (again)

Expect ideology to take a back seat as personalities — and promises of competence — dominate the search for a new leader.

July 8, 2022 4:03 am CET

Boris Johnson swimming against the tide as voters deliver damning verdict

Heavy by-election defeats at opposite ends of England spell trouble for the British prime minister

June 24, 2022 7:12 pm CET

Tory chair quits after by-election defeats, piling pressure on Boris Johnson

Prime minister vows to “keep going” despite heavy losses in two Parliamentary by-elections overnight

June 24, 2022 7:55 am CET

Scottish Tories blame Partygate as they suffer big losses in local election

The Scottish Conservatives slipped to third place behind Labour in Scotland.

May 6, 2022 8:02 pm CET

Boris Johnson squeaks through again as his party fractures

A mixed performance at the ballot box keeps the British prime minister’s critics at bay.

May 6, 2022 3:26 pm CET

UK Conservatives lose key local councils as Boris Johnson’s problems bite

Difficult night for the Tories but a mixed picture for Labour too.

May 6, 2022 8:13 am CET

How to watch the UK’s local elections like a pro

It’s a crucial test of Boris Johnson’s leadership amid the Partygate scandal — but Keir Starmer is watching his back too.

May 5, 2022 4:02 am CET

Partygate dents Scottish Tories ahead of local elections

The Partygate scandal could push the Scottish Tories into third behind Labour.

May 5, 2022 4:01 am CET

UK road wars rev up ahead of local elections

Controversial plans to close some of Britain’s roads to cars have sparked furious arguments ahead of Thursday’s vote.

May 4, 2022 12:04 am CET
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Facebook parent company promotes former UK Deputy PM Nick Clegg

He will report directly to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

February 17, 2022 8:45 am CET

UK ministers accused of U-turn on trade deal scrutiny

Committee fires off letter to Foreign Secretary Liz Truss amid doubts over input on key deals.

February 8, 2022 7:00 am CET

Tories will blame Boris Johnson for by-election loss — but he can still recover

Voters have given the British prime minister a kicking but the next election is still the Tories’ to lose.

December 17, 2021 12:53 pm CET

Boris Johnson punished for Christmas parties as Tories lose seat held for almost 200 years

Lib Dems record 34 percent swing from the Conservatives in North Shropshire amid public backlash over Partygate.

December 17, 2021 8:30 am CET

Two years on: What the hell happened in the 2019 general election?

Presented by Equinor.

December 10, 2021 4:44 am CET

Dublin to oppose UK requirements for crossing Northern Irish border

UK clashes with Irish and Northern Irish politicians over border plans.

December 9, 2021 7:08 pm CET

Boris Johnson’s ‘leveling up’ plans still a ‘skeleton’

While the U.K. prime minister showed how much he loves a colorful metaphor, he was pressed for more detail on his flagship policy.

July 15, 2021 4:01 pm CET

Boris Johnson’s Conservative Party: Too big to govern?

In simpler times, Tories were easier to spot — now they’re everywhere.

June 29, 2021 4:00 am CET

Boris Johnson’s blue wall under threat from political fracturing

Liberal Democrats’ shock by-election win shows how vulnerable the Conservatives are.

June 18, 2021 2:05 pm CET

Lib Dems defeat Tories in stunning UK by-election upset

The Chesham and Amersham seat has been held by the Tories since its creation in 1974.

June 18, 2021 8:47 am CET

How to watch the UK Super Thursday election results like a pro

There are some 5,000 seats up for grabs and high stakes for the two biggest parties.

May 2, 2021 4:01 am CET
Disunited Kingdom

Scotland’s EU charm offensive

SNP’s opponents warn relationship building in Brussels shouldn’t be used to promote independence.

April 20, 2021 4:00 am CET
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