The evacuation of a tower block in Bristol, after surveys found structural concerns, drew fresh attention to the construction of Britain’s public housing high-rises and possible safety issues.
Tag: Bristol (England)
Charles’s Coronation Brings Up Mixed Feelings About the British Monarchy
The divide in Bristol goes a long way toward explaining the substantial split in public opinion about the role the royals play in a modern Britain.
14 Arrested at Bristol Protest Over U.K. Policing Bill
The rally in Bristol followed violent clashes on Sunday. The demonstrations are part of a broader movement against a proposed law that would bolster the authorities’ power to disperse protests.
As Europe’s Covid Lockdowns Drag On, Police and Protesters Clash More
In Britain and beyond, protesters on the left and right are rebelling against virus restrictions, drawing harsh police responses — and questions about the officers’ legitimacy.
Bristol Riots: Protests Over U.K. Crime Bill Turn Violent
A “kill the bill” rally deteriorated into chaos as protesters attacked the police in a southwest Britain city.
A Glance at Daily Life Among the Caretakers of Britain’s Small Islands
Stationed off the coast of Britain, island wardens manage the preservation of their small speck of land — while coping with extreme weather and limited access to the mainland.
BBC Lost a Battle Over British Songs, and the War Is Far From Over
Boris Johnson came into office aiming to defund the BBC and let in rivals. The coronavirus has delayed that, but the broadcaster again finds itself a punching bag for Conservatives.
Bristol Removes Statue of Black Protester Jen Reid After One Day
The statue of Jen Reid, a Black Lives Matter protester, was raised on Wednesday in place of a toppled memorial to the slave trader Edward Colston.
Statue of Black Protester Is Raised in Place of Bristol Slave Trader
The image of Jen Reid, fist clenched atop the plinth in the English city where Edward Colston once stood, became a symbol of protest online. Now, it’s there in resin and steel.
Lloyd’s of London and Greene King Acknowledge Ties to Slave Trade
Two prominent firms, Lloyd’s of London and Greene King, have acknowledged their ties to the slave trade and pledged to make amends.