Europe Referendum “Red Line” for Britain’s Liberals
Nick Clegg would rule out another coalition if the Conservatives insist on a referendum.
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Britain to Send Military Trainers to Ukraine: Cameron
Prime Minister David Cameron warns against a failure to stand up to Russia in Ukraine.
Nationalists to Wipe Out Labour in Scotland, Polls Show
The Scottish National Party would make it impossible for Labour to beat the Conservatives.
Conservatives Promise “English Votes for English Laws”
Britain’s ruling party would give English lawmakers an effective veto over English policy.
Farage Could “Potentially” Do Deal with Britain’s Conservatives
The Euroskeptic party leader shifts his position on working with David Cameron’s Conservatives.
Britain’s Miliband Proposes More State Interventionism
The Labour Party leader calls for energy price cuts and higher taxes on the rich.
Labour Party to South England: “Drop Dead”
Labour proposes to pay for extra nurses in Scotland by raising taxes on homes in South England.
May, Osborne Represent Rival Conservative Party Wings
Britain’s home secretary appeals to the right. The chancellor is more liberal.
Britain Refuses to Admit Health Service’s Failure
The National Health Service is failing by any measure, but no one will admit it.
Juncker Could Be Britain’s Ally in Europe: Lawmaker
The new commission president might be more amenable to British interests than they thought.
Lack of Maritime Patrol Aircraft Reinforces British Defense Flaws
Lacking adequate anti-submarine capabilities of its own, Britain is forced to rely on allies.
Left or Right, Britain Likely to See More Coalition Government
The Liberal Democrats and Scottish nationalists could give either the Conservatives or Labour a majority.
British Health Service Politically Sensitive for Conservatives
Conservatives recognize the system has to change but can’t take on public opinion.
Clegg, Osborne Criticize Each Other’s Budget Plans
Britain’s deputy prime minister says the Conservatives are “kidding themselves” and the voters.
Scottish Leader Could Be Kingmaker in Westminster
Former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond could hold the balance of power after next year’s election.