United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Policeman found guilty of belonging to neo-Nazi group National Action

The ideology of National Action was described in court as based on “Aryan purity” and a particular hatred of non-white groups, particularly Jews.

01/04/2021

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Easter fun with meerkats and squirrel monkeys at ZSL London Zoo

While ZSL London Zoo remains closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, zookeepers have been entertaining some of the animals with fun Easter activities.

01/04/2021

Green News

Will COP26 have to be postponed again?

Some sources say the international climate talks could be pushed back again or see radical changes.

01/04/2021

United Kingdom

'Sobriety tags' on offender's ankle fight alcohol-related crime in UK

The electronic devices analyse offenders' sweat and alert the probation service if they detect alcohol.

31/03/2021

United Kingdom

New book aims to help people who lost smell and taste due to COVID

A cookery book developed with sensory scientists hopes to bring back the joy of cooking for people who have lost their taste or smell due to COVID.

30/03/2021

United Kingdom

London pub restored after being reduced to rubble by developers

The Carlton Tavern was one of the few buildings in this stretch of London that survived the blitz.

30/03/2021

United Kingdom

British police 'acted appropriately' at Sarah Everard vigil, review

It found that the Metropolitan Police was justified in adopting the view that the risks of transmitting COVID-19 at the vigil were too great to ignore.

30/03/2021

United Kingdom

Importing COVID variants 'biggest risk' to UK: chief medical office

Britain's prime minister also said at the press conference that restrictions on Britons travelling to see family would not be re-assessed until April.

29/03/2021

Travel News

Miss flying? British Airways has you covered with its new meal kits

Chicken or beef? For those missing the routine of flying, BA’s meal kits could be a welcome taste of travel.

29/03/2021

United Kingdom

Brexit: Quarter of small UK firms have temporarily suspended EU sales

Increased paperwork and border checks have put small UK businesses under strain and left them wondering if exporting to the bloc is worth the hassle, a new survey shows.

29/03/2021

United Kingdom

Lockdown further eased in England as groups allowed to meet outdoors

Lockdown is being further eased in England from Monday with groups of six allowed to meet outside and outdoor sports facilities reopening.

29/03/2021

Nature

SeaSpotter smartphone app to track Grey seals around Britain’s coast

The new app hopes to build a country-wide picture of the marine mammals so conservationists can understand more about their life.

28/03/2021

United Kingdom

UK: 18 arrested in Manchester protest against policing bill

"Kill the Bill" protests denounce a contentious law currently making its way through Parliament which would grant law enforcement greater power to police or prevent protests.

28/03/2021

United Kingdom

UK officers arrest 10 people at protest against new policing bill

The protest in Bristol was against a contentious bill currently making its way through parliament which would grant law enforcement greater power to police or prevent protests.

27/03/2021

Green News

Milk March: The unspoken symbolism of one UK MP's milk protest

Christopher Sebastian gives us his take on the symbolism of British MP Sir Charles Walker's milk protest.

26/03/2021

United Kingdom

Alex Salmond launches new pro-independence party in Scotland

Scotland: Former first minister Alex Salmond will run as leader of pro-independence 'Alba' party in May elections

26/03/2021

Travel News

Could a traffic light system get UK travelling internationally again?

Could a dual-testing scheme finally restart international travel? Experts believe it could be the way forward.

26/03/2021

United Kingdom

Muhammad cartoons: UK education secretary condemns threats to teacher

A UK school has apologised after a teacher showed satirical cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad to students, sparking protests.

26/03/2021

United Kingdom

Union Jack flag must be flown on all government buildings, UK decrees

Under the new rules, any government building wishing to fly the European Union flag will need special permission.

24/03/2021

United Kingdom

Boris Johnson warns against EU vaccine export 'blockade'

The British prime minister said 'blockades' of vaccines would be counter-productive, as the EU and UK vowed jointly to seek a 'win-win' situation over supplies.

24/03/2021

United Kingdom

UK asylum overhaul seeks to restrict Channel migrants' claim rights

Home Secretary Priti Patel's plan to make it harder for people entering the UK by unauthorised routes to claim asylum has been branded 'inhumane' by the Red Cross.

24/03/2021

Climate

Wildfire risk increases in the UK due to climate change, says study

Periods of 'exceptional danger' could rise to four days per year on average by 2080.

24/03/2021

United Kingdom

'Disbelief': Brits reflect on a bizarre year since the first lockdown

Euronews spoke to a teacher, doctor, tour manager, actor and student to find out how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted their work and lives.

23/03/2021

My Europe Series

Is Gibraltar a glimpse into the future for vaccination-leading UK?

Gibraltar was hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic - but its successful vaccination campaign should see all adults immunised by the end of March, and it is opening back up.

23/03/2021

United Kingdom

Banksy artwork raises more than €19 million for UK health service

The Bristol-based artist has created at least two other coronavirus-related works since the outbreak of COVID-19.

23/03/2021

Eco-Innovation

Where are the UK’s renewable energy 'deserts'?

An eye-opening report into small-scale renewables shows vast swathes of the British isles are in the dark.

23/03/2021