News of an autobiography from the former prime minister who left Britain the Brexit mess attracted a digital stream of creative mockery and vulgarity.
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Theresa May Vows to Set a Date for Stepping Down as U.K. Prime Minister
After months of calls for her resignation, Mrs. May agreed to decide on a timetable for the election of a new party leader, who will almost certainly become prime minister.
Theresa May’s Last Gasp: A 4th Vote on Her Brexit Plan
Mrs. May has promised to step down if British lawmakers approve her proposal. Whatever the outcome of the June vote, her tenure as prime minister seems close to its end.
Nigel Farage, Brexit’s Loudest Voice, Seizes Comeback Chance
The polarizing but effective populist shifted his focus to media work after the 2016 referendum. Now he’s back with a new party and an accusation of betrayal.
A Brexit Backlash in Local Elections: Main Parties Lose Seats
The governing Conservatives lost more than 1,300 seats and the opposition Labour Party around 80 as smaller parties and independents made gains.
Punched, Throttled and Driven Off the Road: Anger Rises in U.K. Vote
Brexit has poisoned politics in Britain all the way down to the local level, where candidates in this week’s council elections have been physically attacked.
Things ‘Stopped Changing’: Why Conflict Still Flares in Northern Ireland
The killing of a young journalist has brought renewed focus on the region’s paramilitary groups. But economic stagnation is as much a driver of violence as politics.
Journalist’s Death Jolts Northern Ireland Politicians Back to Negotiating Table
The main political parties in Northern Ireland have agreed to restart negotiations to revive the province’s dormant regional parliament.
Journalist’s Death Jolts Northern Ireland Politicians Back to Negotiating Table
The main political parties in Northern Ireland have agreed to restart negotiations to revive the province’s dormant regional parliament.