Prime Minister Boris Johnson closed schools and declared a national lockdown in England, following on the heels of Scotland.
Author: Stephen Castle and Mark Landler
Britain Braces for a Dark Winter as Covid Variant Spreads
Scotland has declared a national lockdown and, as Prime Minister Boris Johnson addresses the nation Monday night, England may soon follow.
Brexit Hard-Liners Lose Battle as Aide to U.K’s Johnson Quits
A Downing Street feud could indicate the prime minister is ready to make the compromises needed to strike a deal with the European Union.
Brexit Talks Hit Crisis as Boris Johnson Rejects EU Ultimatum
Europe has demanded the quick withdrawal of draft Brexit legislation that breaks international law. Britain has refused.
‘No One’ Protected British Democracy From Russia, U.K. Report Concludes
Russia weaponized information to interfere in the British political system and was widely ignored by successive governments, according to a long-awaited report by Parliament.
Dominic Cummings Offers a Sorry-Not-Sorry for U.K. Lockdown Breach
The top adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson caused a furor after it was learned he had driven 260 miles to his parents’ home.
Britain Orders a 14-Day Quarantine on Arriving Travelers
Officials say it will prevent a “devastating resurgence” of the coronavirus. Critics say it should have been imposed three months ago.
Coronavirus in U.K.: Boris Johnson’s Reopening Plans Leaves Britons Confused
Critics say the government has failed to answer some basic questions. Among them: 1) when to return to work and 2) how to get there.
Boris Johnson Coronavirus Reopening Plans Leaves Britons Confused
Critics say the government has failed to answer some basic questions. Among them: 1) when to return to work and 2) how to get there.
U.K. Is Sticking to Brexit Plans Despite Coronavirus Upheaval
The government is adamant that it will not seek an extension, saying it will reject the idea even if the European Union asks.