The prime minister reassigned the foreign minister, Dominic Raab, after the messy exit from Afghanistan, a setback for a government seeking a greater role on the world stage.
Author: Stephen Castle and Mark Landler
Boris Johnson Doubles Down on Vaccine Strategy as His Popularity Wanes
The British prime minister is betting that vaccinating adolescents and giving boosters to people over 50 will protect the health system and prevent new lockdowns.
‘Freedom Day’ Coming to England, Ready or Not
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set on lifting all restrictions on July 19 despite a surge in cases. Critics predict mass confusion.
UK’s Labour Party Reels After Panicked Response to Election Loss
The party leader, Keir Starmer, was seen as scapegoating a key aide, causing more turmoil in an already divided party after a disappointing performance in local elections.
UK Lockdown: Schools, Colleges to Close as Coronavirus Variant Rages
Prime Minister Boris Johnson closed schools and declared a national lockdown in England, following on the heels of Scotland.
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.