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United Kingdom

Record-breaking number of flights in UK airpsace in one day

About 9,000 planes were scheduled to travel in the UK airspace on Friday, a record.

24/05/2019

United Kingdom

Climate change narrative shifting dramatically, says student organiser

Jake Woodier, a campaign officer with the UK Student Climate Network Campaign, told Euronews: "We're seeing quite a lot of change happening at quite a fast pace in the UK, where ultimately, we've seen the narrative about climate change and the kind of climate crisis shifting quite dramatically."

24/05/2019

United Kingdom

How will Theresa May's replacement be chosen?

The contest to find Britain's next Prime Minister has begun, but how does it work and how long will it take?

24/05/2019

United Kingdom

Piano player, 91, spreads joy at busy station

Commuters at one of busy London St Pancras station are being given a reason to smile, thanks to 91-year-old piano player Denis Robinson.

24/05/2019

United Kingdom

How have European leaders reacted to Theresa May's resignation?

While they lined up to praise her determination and courage, it was clear Brexit was never far from their minds.

24/05/2019

Green News

World’s largest concert promoter says UK festivals to go plastic-free

The top British festivals and venues leading the way to a more sustainable entertainment industry.

24/05/2019

United Kingdom

Theresa May: How Brexit defined then destroyed her premiership

The end of a turbulent road. Euronews looks at the twists and turns

24/05/2019

World

History will not be kind to Theresa May, political expert tells Euronews

Political expert Professor Tim Bale says history will not judge Theresa May kindly. The British Prime Minister is today widely expected to announce the date she will step down as Prime Minister. She is to shortly meet Graham Brady, chairman of the Conservative MPs' backbench 1922 committee.

24/05/2019

United Kingdom

Race to be next UK prime minister underway after emotional May resigns

"It has been the honour of my life," May said of being UK prime minister.

24/05/2019

United Kingdom

Britons go to polling stations across UK to vote in European elections

In the midst of Brexit and growing political uncertainty, Britons went to polling stations across the UK to vote in European parliamentary elections

23/05/2019

United Kingdom

Vote on May's Brexit bill delayed until early June

British Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit withdrawal bill will not be published until the week beginning June 3, the government announced.

23/05/2019

Living

Why this polka-dot dress has just gone viral

Everyone is flocking to the same shop, to buy the same dress. But what's so special about it?

23/05/2019

Europe Decoded

Anger as EU citizens 'turned away from UK voting stations' | #TheCube

EU citizens living in the UK are using #DeniedMyVote to share stories of being unable to vote in the European parliamentary elections, many claim they are being turned away at the polls.

23/05/2019

World

Brussels fears no-deal Brexit could follow Theresa May’s departure

Many analysts believe Theresa May could be replaced as the leader of the Conservative Party by a more hardline Brexiteer.

23/05/2019

United Kingdom

UN demands UK hands back Chagos islands in Indian Ocean

The non-binding ruling is diplomatic blow to Britain and U.S. which operate a a joint airbase from the Chagos islands.

23/05/2019

United Kingdom

No expectations? Expert compares UK welfare policy to age of Dickens

In a scathing UN report on poverty in the UK, the UN special rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights said one-fifth of the UK's population was living in poverty.

22/05/2019

Green News

Plastic straws will be a thing of the past by next year in England

A new law is being enforced in England to ban the sale of single-use plastic items.

22/05/2019

United Kingdom

Watch: World's first Porsche expected to fetch up to €18m at auction

This 1939 Type 64, one of three built, belonged to company founder Ferdinand Porsche. It was built for a Berlin to Rome race to take place in September 1939, which was cancelled due to WWII.

22/05/2019

United Kingdom

Watch: Queen Elizabeth asks if automatic checkouts can be 'diddled'

Unexpected monarch in bagging area?

22/05/2019

Business

British Steel liquidation threatens 5,000 jobs in England

Britain’s second-largest steelmaker has been forced into liquidation as attempts continue to secure £75m (€85m) to help mitigate Brexit-related issues.

22/05/2019

United Kingdom

European Parliament to investigate Nigel Farage over undeclared gifts

The European Parliament is to open an investigation on British Eurosceptic MEP Nigel Farage following allegations that the lawmaker has received £450,000 (€510,000) in undeclared donations by millionnaire Arron Banks.

22/05/2019

Living

A new floating pool on the Thames is about to become a reality

Our interview with architect Chris Romer-Lee from Studio Octopi about the opening of the Thames Baths in London.

22/05/2019

United Kingdom

Watch: Theresa's 10 points on how her new Brexit deal is different

Watch: Theresa's 10 points on how her new Brexit deal is different

21/05/2019

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Muslims are silent about their contribution to society. It’s time to drown out Islamophobes ǀ View

In the 18 years since 9/11, I’ve watched Islamophobia go from a niche community concern to a national tragedy. Most religious hate crimes in the UK now target Muslims.

21/05/2019

United Kingdom

Theresa May's new Brexit plan draws scepticism

British PM Theresa May has dangled the carrot of a second referendum if MPs back her Brexit deal next month.

21/05/2019

Living

Which European country produces the most organic food and drink?

Small organic farm businesses are on the rise in the UK

20/05/2019