Scandals, economic pain and an uproar over lockdown parties have left Britain’s Conservatives at risk of losing both recent advances and old strongholds.
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In Two Elections, North and South, Boris Johnson Risks a Sharp Rebuke
Scandals, economic pain and an uproar over lockdown parties have left Britain’s Conservatives at risk of losing both recent advances and old strongholds.
The Grenfell Fire, 5 Years Later: What Happened, and What Has Changed
The fire quickly engulfed the apartment building, fueled by cladding now banned. An investigation is continuing. But the families of the 72 who died find accountability slow in coming.
Traffic-Clogged North England Bitter Over Stalled Rail Plan
Transport problems are just one symptom of the economic neglect that has long hobbled the region, where growth, employment and health care mostly lag far behind the south.
Royal Shipwreck From 1682 Is Found Off the Coast of England
The Gloucester, which was carrying a future king of England when it ran aground, was found 15 years ago. Its discovery was revealed this week.
What’s Next for Boris Johnson After Narrowly Winning No-Confidence Vote
After narrowly winning a no-confidence vote on Monday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a long list of threats to his leadership.
Jubilee Honors Queen Elizabeth, but Also Highlights Her Increasing Absences
Throngs of admirers cheered Queen Elizabeth II at her Platinum Jubilee appearance on Thursday, but she was unable to attend a service on Friday. Prince Charles, in a familiar role, played the understudy.
Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrates Her 70 years on the Throne
The dysfunction of the royal family was pushed temporarily offstage on Thursday by a joyful celebration of its 96-year-old matriarch, whose reign has been an anchor for her country.
At Dublin Airport, Staff Shortages Lead to Travel Chaos
More than 1,000 passengers missed flights there in a day, part of a spate of similar difficulties across Europe as demand for travel surges.
As Boris Johnson Stumbles, Labour Struggles to Offer a Clear Message
Out of power for 12 years, Britain’s Labour Party has made some gains, but its message hasn’t won back the rust belt regions that abandoned it in the last election.