The show, which has chronicled working-class British life since 1960, will introduce the Bailey family in June.
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Brexit Is Happening Now (at Least on Some U.K. Passports)
British lawmakers may still be wrestling over Britain’s withdrawal from the E.U., but some travel documents have been issued without “European Union” on the cover.
May’s Compromise Talks with Corbyn Hit Snag as She Asks for Brexit Extension
The leaders of Britain’s Conservative and Labour Parties face challenges in reaching an agreement, each because of political pushback to compromise from within their parties.
May Asks E.U. for a Short Brexit Delay. Tusk Offers a One-Year ‘Flextension.’
The proposal from Donald Tusk, the president of the European Council, leaves the door open for Britain to withdraw from the bloc sooner if it ratifies a deal.
‘Parliament Really Is Broken.’ Water Leak Derails U.K. House of Commons
Parliamentary debate came to a sudden halt when it was interrupted by a loud torrent of water. Lawmakers were quick to spot symbolism.
Anti-Semitism Is Back, From the Left, Right and Islamist Extremes. Why?
Anti-Semitism is now being harnessed for political ends by ideologies that otherwise would have little overlap. That fusion is new, and dangerous, experts say.
May and Corbyn, Old Adversaries, Gingerly Weigh an Odd Couple Partnership
Cross-party cooperation goes against the grain in Britain’s Parliament, but the prime minister and the Labour Party leader set aside party loyalties in a last-ditch try to stave off a chaotic Brexit.
Sinn Fein Refuses to Vote in British Parliament, Even Against Brexit
The party speaks for anti-Brexit Catholics in Northern Ireland, and its seven votes could make a difference. But it refuses on principle to participate.
What Do Ireland and Northern Ireland Want From Brexit?
The two players most affected by the “Irish backstop” and the wrangling over their common border often get left out of the conversation. Can both be satisfied?
British Army Investigates Video of Soldiers Firing at Image of Jeremy Corbyn
The military said the behavior of troops shown shooting paint rounds at the Labour leader’s portrait was “unacceptable.”