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A young writer argues that Brexit has limited opportunities for her generation, and calls for closer ties with Europe and a potential rejoin vote under Prime Minister Burnham.
The Home Office has informed an Italian engineer that his settled status was granted in error, consequently stripping his Brazilian wife of her right to remain in the UK, a situation affecting at least 100 individuals.
Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared in court charged with the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe, who was hit on the head 21 times with a hammer at her home in Devon.
European leaders have made positive noises about the new UK PM, but he is likely to face the same restrictions as Starmer. Talks about the youth mobility agreement have been deadlocked.
Gibraltar Border Makes History at Midnight: 'We've Dodged the Brexit'
Gibraltar's border with Spain has made history as the UK and EU signed a new treaty, allowing for the free movement of people and goods. The treaty, which includes aspects such as taxation and the environment, has been hailed as a major breakthrough for the region. From n…
France and the UK have agreed to increase staffing at border controls in response to warnings of travel chaos caused by new fingerprinting and facial recognition checks. Disruption at Channel crossings is expected to rise sharply next weekend at the start of the summer ho…
British police have released a 26-year-old man detained over the suspected murder of veteran right-wing politician Ann Widdecombe. The 78-year-old former Conservative minister was found dead with 'serious injuries' at her home in Devon, southwest England.
The British police are continuing their investigation into the death of Anne Widdecombe, a veteran British politician. A 26-year-old white man was arrested but later released, and the police have stated that they do not consider this a terrorist case. Widdecombe was a str…
Police arrest suspect in killing of former UK minister Ann Widdecombe
Police in the UK have arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of murdering former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe. The 78-year-old politician was found dead in her home with serious injuries. Police say they have no information to suggest the killing was politically …
Former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe, known for her uncompromising views and TV appearances, has been found dead at her Devon home. A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Ann Widdecombe, a former Conservative MP and Reform UK member, has died aged 78. She was a prominent Eurosceptic and known for her socially conservative views.
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party is running ahead of other parties in the Clacton byelection, but he is facing serious allegations of breaking the rules. Farage has made no apology for his actions and is displaying aggressive anti-media paranoia.
The EU has rejected calls from airports and airlines to suspend its new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) despite acknowledging "20 difficult spots" causing queue chaos, citing security benefits and system integrity.
British teenagers living in the EU will face significantly higher international student fees for UK universities and lose access to British student loans from 2028, ending a post-Brexit grace period. This change could price many out of pursuing higher education in the UK.
The European Automobile Manufacturers Association (Acea) is urging the EU to exempt the UK from new "made in Europe" rules, which threaten to shut British car manufacturers out of their biggest export market.
A decade after the Brexit vote, Europe has moved on while Britain is still feeling the aftershocks. The EU has consolidated and moved forward with deeper integration, leaving the UK to debate its long-term relationship with the continent.
Germany's Der Spiegel compares Downing Street to a transit station, reflecting the frequent changes in UK prime ministers since Brexit. Spanish La Vanguardia notes that Britain has gone from a beacon of stability to a revolving door of politics.
Ten years after the Brexit referendum, the UK is still grappling with the consequences of its decision. A recent survey found that 57% of Britons think it was wrong to leave the EU. The UK economy has shrunk by 6% due to Brexit.
Andy Burnham is the main contender for the UK prime minister position after Keir Starmer's resignation. He has previously run for Labour leadership twice and lost, but this time he has gained significant support from Labour MPs.
The Brexit campaign was a pivotal moment in UK history. Boris Johnson's decision to side with Vote Leave changed the course of history.
Babcock International's profits fell by 19% due to Brexit and Covid-related issues with a Royal Navy contract. The company reported a £140m charge on its contract to build five Type 31 frigates.
Brexit has increased food costs and made traveling with pets more complicated. Trade barriers have resulted in a 12% rise in food prices, costing the average family £400.
Ebbw Vale, a Welsh town that backed Brexit, is struggling with regret and a lack of jobs. The town received significant EU funding, but it has not been fully replaced after Brexit.
Leave-voting areas have seen faster growth in foreign workers since the Brexit referendum. Data analysis shows that these areas have also become relatively more deprived over the same period.
The UK's vote to leave the EU in 2016 has left lasting fractures in society, economy, and international relations. Five symbols of the referendum debate reveal the complex legacy of Brexit.
New analysis using Bank of England company data suggests Brexit has reduced the UK economy by 6%. The impact stems from post-referendum uncertainty and increased trade barriers.
The UK could regain its special terms if it rejoined the EU, according to Michel Barnier. He believes the UK could keep the pound and remain outside the Schengen area.
Ed Davey calls for Britain to rejoin the EU single market, citing a changed world and failed Brexit experiment. The Liberal Democrat leader's stance is supported by strategic and economic logic.
Keir Starmer warns against revisiting Brexit, reaffirming Labour's pledge not to rejoin the EU. He cites progress in UK-EU relations, built through quiet diplomacy.
Labour came to power without a clear plan for relations with the EU, according to former British ambassador to Brussels Ivan Rogers. Rogers stated that Labour's ideas did not measure up to the challenge of the times.