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May heads to Scotland in fight for Brexit UK unity

Theresa May headed to Scotland on her first visit as Britain`s new prime minister.

Jul 15, 2016, 11:38 AM IST

UK's Johnson a liar with his back against the wall, French counterpart says

In Boris Johnson, Britain has appointed a liar with his back against the wall as its new foreign secretary at a time when somebody reliable is needed in the role.

Jul 14, 2016, 16:18 PM IST

EU leaders urge new PM May to start Brexit divorce

European leaders heaped pressure on Britain`s new Prime Minister Theresa May to launch the country`s divorce proceedings from the EU.

Jul 14, 2016, 09:54 AM IST

British prime ministers since World War II

Theresa May is Britain`s 14th prime minister since World War II

Jul 14, 2016, 08:55 AM IST

Theresa May vows 'bold new positive role' for UK ​outside EU post-Brexit

Theresa May on Wednesday became Britain's second woman prime minister after Margaret Thatcher, vowing to forge "a bold new positive role" for the UK in the world post-Brexit.

Jul 14, 2016, 00:25 AM IST

Theresa May takes over as Britain’s Prime Minister; second woman to lead country after Margaret Thatcher

David Cameron quit as PM after Britain voted to leave the European Union against his wishes.

Jul 13, 2016, 23:19 PM IST

Drawing laughter and a few tears, David Cameron takes his final bow as British PM

Theresa May will become Britain`s second woman prime minister after Margaret Thatcher.

Jul 13, 2016, 19:02 PM IST

It's Theresa May not Teresa May! When UK's prime minister-designate was mistaken for a porn star

In what would be an awkward moment for Theresa May, who will take British Prime Minister David Cameron's place on Wednesday, she was confused with a porn actress and nude model in the UK.

Jul 13, 2016, 10:16 AM IST

Theresa May prepares to take over as British PM

British PM David Cameron will hold his final weekly question and answer session in Parliament before tendering his resignation to Queen Elizabeth II.

Jul 13, 2016, 09:34 AM IST

David Cameron chairs 'emotional' cabinet meeting last time as UK PM

David Cameron will cede power to 59-year-old Theresa May.

Jul 12, 2016, 17:10 PM IST

Britain won't rush into divorce with EU, says May ally

Britain will not rush to trigger divorce proceedings with the European Union, a leading ally of incoming Prime Minister Theresa May said on Tuesday as David Cameron bowed out at his final cabinet meeting.

Jul 12, 2016, 15:52 PM IST

Theresa May becomes Conservative leader, to take over as British PM on Wednesday

British Home Secretary Theresa May on Monday was confirmed as the new leader of the Conservative Party with "immediate effect" and set to succeed David Cameroon as Prime Minister of Britain on Wednesday.

Jul 12, 2016, 00:06 AM IST

Lawmaker Eagle challenges Corbyn for leadership of UK Labour Party

British opposition Labour lawmaker Angela Eagle launched her bid to take over the leadership of the party on Monday, saying current leader Jeremy Corbyn was not up to the task of defeating the ruling Conservatives.

Jul 11, 2016, 21:00 PM IST

Theresa May all set to be next UK PM as Andrea Leadsom pulls out of race

Theresa May is the only remaining candidate to be the new leader of Britain`s ruling Conservative Party.

Jul 11, 2016, 18:23 PM IST

Cameron says UK must stay close to the EU after Brexit

  David Cameron said it was in Britain's fundamental interest to remain very close to the European Union when it renegotiates a new relationship with the bloc it voted to leave in a referendum last month.

Jul 11, 2016, 16:14 PM IST

`Brexit means Brexit` and will be `success`: UK PM candidate

The favourite to take over from David Cameron as Britain`s prime minister promised Monday to lead the UK out of the European Union if elected, rejecting proposals to ignore the EU referendum result.

Jul 11, 2016, 16:02 PM IST

Brexit vote was advisory so Parliament must decide, lawyers tell Cameron

More than 1,000 prominent British lawyers have signed a letter urging Prime Minister David Cameron to allow Parliament to decide whether the United Kingdom should leave the European Union.

Jul 11, 2016, 12:55 PM IST

Brexit: Britons deserve better political leadership

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Jul 11, 2016, 09:24 AM IST

UK government rejects 4m-strong petition for 2nd EU vote

The British government formally rejected a petition signed by more than 4.125 million people calling for a second referendum.

Jul 09, 2016, 15:10 PM IST

UK military to lift ban on women in combat roles

The British military will lift the ban on women serving in combat roles later this year, the defence ministry said on Friday in what Prime Minister David Cameron hailed as a "major step".

Jul 08, 2016, 20:25 PM IST