Hammond Urges Brexit Hardliners to Stop Plotting
A leadership election is inevitable, but it is unlikely to affect Britain’s exit from the European Union.
United Kingdom
One Year After Referendum, Brexit Questions Remain Unanswered
The deadline for a deal is March 2019, but companies and people need clarity sooner.
British Conservatives Split Into Three After Election Defeat
Ideologues long for the 80s. Explainers argue for better communication. Adapters want a new program.
Conservatives Have Neglected Their Responsibility to the Union
From the Brexit referendum to the deal with DUP, Conservatives have put party over country.
Scotland Delays Independence Plans in Wake of Election Defeat
The ruling National Party thought Brexit had made Scots hungry for independence. They were wrong.
DUP Pact Makes It Harder for May to Win Back Middle England
Centrist voters are appalled that the Conservatives would do a deal with Protestant fundamentalists.
Hammond Pours Cold Water on Hopes of Soft Brexit
The chancellor rules out membership of the European single market, condemning Britain to a “hard” Brexit.
Defeat Makes It Harder for May to Navigate Brexit Demands
Both pragmatists, who want a “soft” Brexit, and hardliners now hold more sway over the prime minister.
Does the British Election Mean Anything for America?
To the extent that it proves the viability of socialism and the waning of the alt-right.
Election Divides Kingdom as Parties Consolidate Their Base
Both the Conservative and Labour coalitions have become more homogenous, which makes it harder to govern Britain.
Conservatives Need to Reevaluate Beliefs After Defeat
The party must find a way to emphasize the benefits of its ideology, especially to young voters.
What Good Is a Two-Party System If It Doesn’t Provide Stability?
The Conservatives and Labour have won a combined 80 percent support, yet neither commands a majority.
Election Exacerbates Britain’s Blue-Red Divide
British voters are sorting into two camps. This could make it more difficult for any one party to govern.
Second Scottish Referendum Unlikely After Voters Punish SNP
The nationalists had hoped Brexit might convince more Scots to support independence. It doesn’t look like it.
May to Stay in Power with Support of Northern Irish Unionists
Conservatives lost their majority in the election.
