The MV Ruby has meandered around Europe’s northwestern coastline under a cloud of suspicion over its thousands of tons of Russian fertilizer.
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U.K. Plan to Send Asylum Seekers to Rwanda Stokes Anger and Dread
The government’s proposal has led to recriminations from rights groups, and anxiety among migrants who fear being sent away.
UK’s Migrant Boat Dispute Has Eyes Fixed on the Channel
The southeastern coast of England is increasingly the focal point of Britain’s migration debate as the government advocates more extreme measures to halt asylum seekers arriving by boat.
U.K.’s Migrant Boat Dispute Has Eyes Fixed on the Channel
The southeastern coast of England is increasingly the focal point of Britain’s migration debate as the government advocates more extreme measures to halt asylum seekers arriving by boat.
A Rebellion Is Stirring in Boris Johnson’s Backyard
Brexit helped destroy Labour’s “red wall” in England’s North. Now, it’s coming for the Conservatives’ “blue wall” in the South.
Sarah Everard’s Body Found in Southeast England, Police Say
Her disappearance last week touched off a national outcry against gender violence. A police officer has been arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and murder in the case.
How British Scientists Found the More Infectious Coronavirus Variant
Back in March, researchers decided to routinely record the genetic sequences of the virus they found, giving them a powerful tool for tracking mutations.
U.K. Imposes Harsher Lockdown on London, Citing New Version of Virus
Scientists in Britain say the new variant is spreading faster than previous ones, but does not appear to make people sicker.
Post-Brexit Border Test Leads to 5-Mile Traffic Jam in Southern England
French border officials were holding a trial run of immigration procedures that could come into effect if Britain and the European Union don’t reach a trade deal by the end of December.
Transgender Man in U.K. Loses Appeal to Be Listed as Father
Freddy McConnell, who gave birth after transitioning, unsuccessfully appealed a court decision that he could be registered only as his son’s mother. He now wants to take his case to Britain’s Supreme Court.