Tag: United Kingdom government
UK, US impose sanctions targeting Myanmar military business
The U.K. and the United States are imposing further sanctions over human rights violations in Myanmar, Britain's top diplomat said Thursday.
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Greece kicks off events for bicentenary of independence war
ATHENS, Greece — Greece on Wednesday kicked off two days of celebrations to mark the bicentenary of the start of the country’s war of...
Flying the flag: UK govt tells ministries to wave Union Jack
LONDON — The British government said Wednesday that the national flag should fly on all government buildings, the latest move in a highly visible...
UK plan for tougher asylum-seeker rules draws criticism
LONDON — The British government said Wednesday it will toughen immigration rules to make it harder for people who arrive by unauthorized routes such...
In split vote, probe says Scottish leader misled lawmakers
LONDON — A Scottish parliamentary investigation concluded in a split decision Tuesday that First Minister Nicola Sturgeon misled lawmakers about sexual harassment allegations against...
UK jobs market shows further resilience during lockdown
LONDON — Britain's jobs market showed further resilience in February even though the country has been in one of the world's most stringent lockdowns,...
Lawyer clears Scotland’s leader of misleading lawmakers
LONDON — Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon did not mislead lawmakers or act improperly over sexual harassment allegations against her predecessor, a senior lawyer...
UK unveils plan for smaller, more high-tech armed forces
LONDON — Britain plans to cut the size of its army and boost spending on drones, robots and a new “cyber force” under defense...
Wimbledon expecting reduced attendance for 2021 tournament
LONDON — Wimbledon organizers are working on the basis of having a reduced number of spectators for this year’s tournament because of coronavirus restrictions.
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Kiwis accept Royal Yacht Squadron’s America’s Cup challenge
Britain’s Royal Yacht Squadron Racing has been confirmed as the Challenger of Record for the 37th America’s Cup, meaning it will help determine the...