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British Lawmaker Jamie Wallis Comes Out as Trans, Tells of Rape Ordeal
Jamie Wallis has become the first British member of parliament to come out as trans, while also revealing he was a victim of rape.
Pressure Grows for British PM Johnson to Resign or Face Possible Ousting
Though the next prime minister election is not until 2024, Johnson faces the possibility of being voted out of power by his own Conservative Party.
Police Called to British Parliament After Cocaine Traces Reportedly Found
A drug wipe test found that 11 of the 12 restrooms tested showed traces of cocaine. The restrooms were accessible only to those with parliamentary passes.
76-Year-Old Arrested Over Alleged Threat to UK Lawmaker Days After Stabbing
Though the amount of online and in-person abuse against U.K. politicians has risen, British lawmakers are guarded by armed police only when in Parliament.
Facebook Is 'Frat-Boy Billionaires,' Lawmaker Says
"I'm not going to disagree with you that we've damaged public trust through some of the actions we've taken," Facebook's Vice President of Policy Solutions Richard Allan said.
Robot to Appear as Witness Before British Parliament
"The fourth industrial revolution is possibly the most important challenge facing our nation over the next 10, 20 to 30 years," a committee chair said.
Who Is Jeremy Hunt? The U.K.'s New Foreign Secretary
Hunt, a member of the British Conservative Party, has been the longest-serving health secretary in U.K. history.
Watch: Siri Heckles Defense Minister in Parliament
Siri appeared to mistake the British Defense Secretary's utterance of the word "Syria" with its own name, and began speaking to him mid-sentence.
Britain's Parliament Hit By Cyber Attack
A spokeswoman for the House of Commons confirmed that unauthorized attempts had been made to access parliamentary user accounts and that systems were in place to protect member and staff accounts.
Why Elizabeth II Isn't Wearing Her Crown in Parliament
Usually the queen wears her full robes and jewels to address lawmakers, but this year the important speech will be more stripped down.
Britain to Hold Two-Year Parliament Session Over Brexit
A parliamentary session usually runs for a year, from spring to spring. But the government will double the length of the session to let lawmakers debate Britain's approach to Brexit without interruption.
From Blair to Brexit: How the U.K. Changed in 20 Years
Twenty years ago, Tony Blair won the U.K. election in a record-breaking landslide. After Brexit, does anything remain of the Britain he led?
All Arrested in London Attack Released Without Charge
British authorities have not found evidence linking Khalid Masood to terror groups.
Britain to Review Parliament Security After Attack
Authorities won't confirm nor deny reports that a gate was left undefended while a policeman was being helped.
Protests Erupt as U.K. Parliament Debates Trump Visit
As parliament debated a petition signed by nearly 2 million people, crowds gathered outside with placards bearing slogans such as "Dump Trump, Fight Bigotry".
Call For Women To Make Up 45 Percent of UK Parliament
The government's Women and Equalities committee has called for a "statutory minimum proportion."
Murdoch Executives Lied in Phone-Hacking Investigation
Colin Myler and Tom Chrone face sanctions from UK Parliament after being found in contempt of House of Commons.
Schools 'Should Teach Pupils About Porn': Report
''The type of pornography many children are exposed to is often more extreme than adults realize,' says Parliamentary committee.
British MPs Could Move Out Of Parliament For Six Years
It is likely that the restoration would cost between £3 billion and £4.3 billion.
Constitutional Reforms Could Be Key to Surviving Brexit
History suggests such reform might be necessary.
Barristers Call On Parliament For Final Brexit Say
The letter claims the Brexit referendum was not binding.
Iraq War Was Illegal: Ex-deputy PM Prescott
Tony Blair may be held in contempt of Parliament in wake of damaging Chilcot report that details the former PM's failures in run-up to Iraq invasion.
Divorce, European Union Style: The Legal Fine Print
Is 'Partial Withdrawal' the solution to the U.K.'s Brexit woes? Can Brits keep their EU citizenship? What happens to Brits who work in the EU?
Corbyn Must Go: Labour Needs a New Leader, Fast
The Labour Party needs to find a leader to win back Brexit voters or risk losing out to the SNP.
We Must Give Our MPs the Respect They Deserve
British politicians often suffer disrespect and viciousness that most people don't understand or recognize.
Jo Cox Murder: Conservatives Will Not Contest Seat
David Cameron and Jeremy Corbyn paid tribute to Cox in Birstall on Friday.
Britain Not Ruling Out Sending Troops to Libya
Any combat role would need Parliament's approval, Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond says.
Should the U.K. Government Print Laws on Calfskin?
Britain is slated to stop using traditional vellum to record legislation.
Hours After Vote, U.K. Bombers Hit ISIS Oilfields in Syria
Defense Minister says raids hit oil fields controlled by ISIS
U.K. Parliament To Vote On Syrian Airstrikes as Voter Support Falls
Vote comes at the end of weeks of debate within all major U.K. parties