United Kingdom

Corbyn kicks off UK election campaign, vowing to overturn 'rigged system'

British Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn sets the tone for the June general election, saying it's the establishment versus the people

20/04/2017

Markets

Financial markets still affected by UK election concerns

There further volatility in financial markets on Wednesday following the surprise general election announcement by Britain's prime minister.

19/04/2017

United Kingdom

UK to hold snap general election on June 8

An overwhelming majority in the UK Parliament approves holding a snap general election on June 8.

19/04/2017

United Kingdom

Britons mull May's election gamble

The news that Britain's prime minister Theresa May called a snap election has sent shockwaves throughout the UK.

18/04/2017

United Kingdom

May goes for broke with election call

May ready for election fight

18/04/2017

Europe News

The Brief from Brussels: UK's May calls snap election

This is the Brief from Brussels, a roundup of the top stories from across Europe.

18/04/2017

United Kingdom

UK General Election: where do the key parties stand on Brexit?

A lack of unity at Westminster over Brexit is why Theresa May has called a snap election, but what are the stances of the main political parties?

18/04/2017

Markets

UK shares fall, pound jumps on surprise election announcement

Europe's stock market indexes tumbled on the UK election announcement with investors worried that this adds to political uncertainty in the region.

18/04/2017

United Kingdom

UK: Theresa May calls snap general election to be held on June 8

May says she needs to strengthen her hand in divorce talks with the European Union and hopes the poll result will shore up support.

18/04/2017