Brexit
Boris Johnson Criticized for Comparing Brexit to Ukraine
In a speech, Johnson said Ukrainian people were choosing freedom, just as the British people had in the 2016 vote to leave the European Union.
Ahead of Brexit Anniversary, Most U.K. Voters Say Plan Turned Out Badly
Support for the U.K.'s withdrawal from the European Union is dropping among those who favored the exit.
Was This Boris Johnson's Worst Week Ever?
Boris Johnson's Conservative Party endured a by-election defeat amid weeks of scandal over reports officials held Christmas parties in violation of COVID rules.
Scotland Plans 2023 Independence Vote Amid Discontent About U.K. Leaving EU
While 52 percent of U.K. voters overall backed leaving the EU in a 2016 referendum, 62 percent of Scottish voters favored remaining in the bloc.
U.K. Rejects EU Proposals on Northern Ireland Border, Trade War in Question
Christmas crackers might be in short supply in Northern Ireland this year because of a dispute involving a customs border established after Brexit.
Macron Extends Deadline for U.K. to License More French Boats
If they do not comply with the extension to November 4, British boats could be banned from some French ports.
France Says It Might Cut U.K. Energy Supplies Amid Fishing Rights Dispute
France has also threatened to block British boats from docking at its ports if more French boats aren't granted licenses to fish in U.K. waters by Tuesday.
U.K. Threatens Brexit Override As It Trades Barbs With EU Over Fish
France is pressuring its EU allies to unite should London fail to provide the fishing licenses to French fishermen to operate near its waters.
U.K. Reports Record 1.2M Job Openings
The economy is experiencing worker shortages in various sectors, with both the coronavirus pandemic and Brexit major contributing factors.
U.K. Threatens to Suspend Deal, Accuses EU of Disrupting Peace
"Businesses, political parties, the institutions, and indeed all in Northern Ireland face instability and disruption," Brexit minister David Frost said.
U.S., U.K. Won't Have Post-Brexit Trade Agreement Soon, Boris Johnson Says
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson hasn't given up hope for a deal, "I've got absolutely every confidence that a great deal is there to be done," he said.
Over 6M EU Citizens Applied to Remain in U.K. After Brexit
Of the applicants, 570,000 are still awaiting approval, but Britain's Home Office said their rights to stay in the U.K. are preserved during the process.
Iron Maiden Singer, who Voted for Brexit, Complains About EU Travel Issues
Bruce Dickinson, who was previously an outspoken supporter of Britain leaving the European Union, said in a new interview that he is frustrated by travel difficulties that U.K. artists are subsequently facing in Europe.
400K EU Citizen Applications to Stay in U.K. Backlogged as Deadline Nears
More than 400,000 European Union citizen applications are currently stuck in a backlog as the June 30 deadline for permanent U.K. residency bids approaches. The British government has declined to extend the deadline.
After Five Years of Brexit Meaning Brexit, It Remains Difficult to Define
Everyone know that "Brexit means Brexit" but, five years after the vote, many Brits aren't any clearer on what that really means in practice.
Joe Biden Could Publicly Rebuke Britain at G7 Summit Over Ireland Tensions
The president instructed a U.S. diplomat to formally chastise the U.K. in a meeting earlier this week.
U.K. Asks EU to Use 'Common Sense' In Resolving Brexit Trade Dispute
The U.K. and EU's inability to come to an agreement on policies has led to threats of legal action as tensions rise in Northern Ireland.
EU Will Act 'Swiftly' if Brexit Trade Deal Is Broken: Top Negotiator
"The EU will not be shy in reacting swiftly, firmly and resolutely to ensure that the U.K. abides by its international law obligations," Maros Sefcovic said.
French Boat Rams British Vessel Over 'Intense' U.K.-France Fishing Feud
A drama played out in Jersey over fishing rights in the British crown dependency.
U.K. Sending Navy to Counter Threatened French Island Blockade Over Fishing
"As a precautionary measure the UK will be sending two Offshore Patrol Vessels to monitor the situation," a Downing Street readout announced following a phone call between Prime Minister Boris Johnson and two senior Jersey officials.
Scottish Voters Reluctant About Independence Amid Pandemic Struggles
Ahead of parliamentary elections in Scotland this week, support for independence has waivered amid the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic and Brexit.
Dispute About Brexit Leads Northern Ireland's Arlene Foster to Resign
The announcement came after several lawmakers in her party signed a letter of no-confidence in her over her support for Brexit, which resulted in controversial post-exit trade rules in the region.
Brexit Still Offers Hope to the American Right
When the Brexit result came through five years ago, everything changed—and I believe it had a huge impact on America.
Yanis Varoufakis warns Trumpism Will Get Stronger
Varoufakis also thinks the Democrats will fragment over the coming years.
British Health Service NHS 'up for Sale to U.S.' Says Former Labour Leader
Ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn tells Newsweek Conservative MPs voting on post-Brexit trade deals have "betrayed" the NHS.
Food Supplies at Risk as Brexit Border Issues Hit Northern Ireland
Supermarkets have called for urgent intervention to prevent "significant disruption" to U.K. food supplies due to post-Brexit border arrangements.
Dutch Officials Take Sandwiches From British Truckers in Brexit Rule Change
Drivers were told they can no longer bring certain foods to Europe.
London Population to Fall for First Time in 30 years
The capital's population could shrink by 300,000, from about 9 million in 2020 to 8.7 million this year.
Scottish Head Tells EU 'Scotland Will Be Back,' Renews Independence Talks
Recently, 15 polls have shown that a majority of Scottish voters support leaving Great Britain. Plus, two-thirds of Scottish voters opposed Great Britain leaving the European Union.
Why Engineers Are Preparing for a Tough Start to 2021
Events that, separately, are perfectly manageable, can create a dangerous interplay if they happen at the same time, triggering cascades of failure. And the new year may harbor a few of those.