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Brexit shakes up thriving UK tech sector

The UK's digital tech sector was overwhelmingly opposed to Brexit. Some startups and tech professionals have already pulled the plug. After Brexit, could Techxit be next?

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Economist Andre Sapir explains impact of Brexit vote

Insiders speaks with Andre Sapir, an economist and senior fellow with the Bruegel think tank in Brussels, on what the United Kingdom can expect post-Brexit.

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Brexit ripples: hate crimes, anxiety and passport-hunting

Leaving the UK, applying for naturalisation, seeking an EU passport: some options weighed by British and foreign Europe-lovers after the Brexit vote.

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Brexit: what does the (rest of the) EU actually want?

When the 27 remaining EU leaders meet for an informal summit in Bratislava this Friday – minus the United Kingdom – Brexit will not officially be on the agenda.

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Environmental groups slam Hinkley Point nuclear power plant deal

Britain has given the go-ahead for the first new nuclear power plant for decades, a decision which doesn’t sit well with environmental groups.

United Kingdom

David Cameron steps down as MP for Witney

Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron is to step down as the MP for Witney, seemingly ending his political career.

United Kingdom

Lawmakers debate petition calling for fresh Brexit vote

Monday evening's heated discussion lasted more than three hours.

United Kingdom

UK to scrap Human Rights Act

The Conservative government confirms scrapping of Human Rights Act in favour of a 'British Bill of Rights'

United Kingdom

How could extremist Anjem Choudhary speak to the media so freely?

Extremist Islamic cleric StateAnjem Choudary has been convicted of exhorting people to support so-called Islamic State, but why was he given a platform by parts of Britain's media for years?

Economy

Boris Johnson wants UK to remain key partner in Europe

The British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson has promised the UK will maintain close ties with its European neighbours despite the Brexit vote.

Europe News

Quiet week in Brussels but all eyes are on UK PM Teresa May and her handling of post Brexit UK

In today's The Brief, we accompany UK prime minister on her first trip to Northern Ireland and take you to Krakow to celebrate World Youth Day.

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Britain :2nd Labour leadership contest in 10 months for Corbyn

The British Labour party leader, Jeremy Corbyn, has launched his campaign for re-election.

Belgium

UK gives up EU presidency in 2017 to focus on Brexit

The UK is to give up its scheduled six-month presidency of the European Council as it prepares to leave the bloc.

United Kingdom

Theresa May's Brexit policy: what does it mean for EU citizens in UK and Britons abroad?

This article has been modified to take account of comments made by French President François Hollande and British Prime Minister Theresa May at their meeting on July…

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British lawmakers back renewal of Trident nuclear deterrent

British MPs voted on Monday to renew the country’s nuclear weapons system, by a majority of 472 votes to 117.

My Europe Series

State of the Union: Terror attack in France

This is the State of the Union, euronews’ weekly round-up of the top stories from across Europe.

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Is Boris Johnson a clown?

Europe News

The Brief from Brussels: Boris Johnson job causes ripples abroad

This is the brief from Brussels, a daily roundup of all the top stories from Europe’s de facto political capital.

United Kingdom

Hammond, Johnson and Davis seen as key members of Theresa May's new cabinet

He spent just thirteen days in the political wilderness but now Boris Johnson holds one of the great offices of state.

United Kingdom

In and Out: Team May

It is another tumultuous day in British politics, as Theresa May continued to unveil her new-look cabinet, sweeping away the remnants of David Cameron's era.