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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​News about the struggle for better democracy in the United Kingdom.​ ​​​The United Kingdom is an electoral democracy where elections must be held at least every five years and where the Prime minister and cabinet must have support of the elected Parliament. The nation's relationship with the European Union will continue to factor into its political makeup for the foreseeable future. Also check out our section on World Democracy and our Europe articles.

Using Beer As Reminder Of UK Voting Rule Change

May 7, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Using Beer As Reminder Of UK Voting Rule Change

Brixton Brewery has launched a beer can campaign to encourage voters in the UK to bring their photo ID to vote.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: England, Europe, Political Comedy

King’s Coronation Prompts Scrutiny Of Royal Wealth

May 2, 2023 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

King's Coronation Prompts Scrutiny Of Royal Wealth

The lavish coronation, featuring expensive jewels and a golden carriage, sparks debate about funding the royal family and public support.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: England, Europe

The First Billionaire To Become UK’s King

September 29, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

The First Billionaire To Become UK’s King

We expected Charles to get the crown. We didn’t expect him to make a billion-dollar[s]…first. He is the first billionaire King in British history.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: England, Europe, Worldwide Corruption

Jama­ica’s Long And Winding Road To Becoming A Republic

September 22, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Jama­ica’s Long And Winding Road To Becoming A Republic

Jamaica’s Constitution Reform Committee is tasked with reviewing the 1962 Constitution to facilitate the country’s transition to a republic.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Central America, Election History, England

World Mourns Queen Elizabeth, Britain’s Bastion of Stability

September 11, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

World Mourns Queen Elizabeth, Britain's Bastion of Stability

Aides said the queen died peacefully at Balmoral Castle, her Scottish Highlands estate. Her son, Charles, became King immediately.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: England, Europe

Liz Truss Becomes UK PM After Meeting Queen At Balmoral

September 8, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Liz Truss becomes UK prime minister after meeting Queen at Balmoral

The UK’s new Prime Minister, Liz Truss, has met the Queen in person as part of formalities to take up residence at 10 Downing Street.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: England, Europe

Sir Mo Farah reveals he was trafficked to the UK as a child

July 14, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Sir Mo Farah reveals he was trafficked to the UK as a child

The Olympic star told BBC he was named Mohamed Farah by those who brought him from Djibouti. His real name is Hussein Abdi Kahin.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: England, Europe

Boris Johnson resigns as Head of the Conservative Party

July 8, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Boris Johnson resigns as Prime Minister

After a week of mass resignation, Boris Johnson finally yielded yesterday to the pressure and resigned, blaming his exit on “the herd”.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: England, Europe

On the G7 plate at this time

June 30, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

On the G7 plate at this time

The leaders meeting in Germany’s Bavaria state are searching for ways to support Ukraine in defending itself against Russia.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Canada, England, Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Japan

Is Britain’s Proud Democracy Under Threat?

January 31, 2022 by DC Editors Leave a Comment

Is Britain’s Proud Democracy Under Threat?

A precursory glance through the Prime Minister’s Wikipedia page identifies at least three distinct ‘controversies’ since 2021.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: England, Europe

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