Prime Minister Boris Johnson, the Labour Party and the European Union are all waiting for the other to make the next move. Meanwhile, Britons seethe.
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Boris Johnson Wins a Brexit Vote But Faces 2nd Test
Mr. Johnson won a landmark vote on his plan for Brexit, but lawmakers are threatening to block moves to rush it through Parliament.
What Boris Johnson Needs to Do to Win Parliament’s Vote on Brexit
Three groups of lawmakers are key as the prime minister aims to get approval for his deal on Saturday. He needs around 30 lawmakers to change sides.
Commuters Drag Climate Activists From London Trains
Video of one episode, filmed during disruptive action by the Extinction Rebellion group, illustrated the inflamed passions on both sides.
Jeremy Corbyn or No-Deal Brexit? The U.K. Might Have to Choose
In the face of a potentially chaotic departure from the E.U., the socialism of Labour’s Jeremy Corbyn is beginning to look like a relatively reasonable option.
Boris Johnson Is Defiant as U.K. Parliament Reconvenes
After a stinging Supreme Court defeat, the prime minister came out fighting on Brexit. He also infuriated some lawmakers by invoking the memory of Jo Cox, a Brexit opponent.
Jeremy Corbyn Wins Brexit Showdown With His Labour Party
A full-scale revolt was defeated amid noisy protests over demands for the opposition party to campaign openly against leaving the European Union.
Jeremy Corbyn Faces Brexit Showdown With His Labour Party
A full-scale revolt was in the works amid demands for the opposition party to campaign openly against leaving the European Union.
Boris Johnson Is in Trouble With Brexit. Many Voters Don’t Mind.
Despite multiple setbacks, Boris Johnson could still win a general election. Analysts say that, like President Trump, he has played to his core.
U.K. Parliament Closes, but Lawmakers Don’t Go Quietly
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, the country’s elected body was shut down in a ceremony that featured a rod, a mace and a few lines of Norman French.