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Johnson’s Win May Deliver Brexit but Could Risk U.K.’s Breakup

The Associated Press Dec 14, 2019 Scotland and Northern Ireland didn’t embrace the Conservative landslide—and may be drifting permanently away from London. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

U.K. Takes a Giant Step Toward No-Deal Brexit

The Associated Press Aug 28, 2019 Queen Elizabeth II approves Boris Johnson's request, shortening the time the opposition has to keep him from taking the U.K. out of the European Union. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )

If Our Planet Has a Future, It’s Thanks to Greta Thunberg

Natasha Hakimi Zapata / Truthdig May 2, 2019 The 16-year-old Swedish activist has moved millions, including political leaders, with her urgent climate change message. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Scotland Does a Stunning About-Face on Climate Change

Juan Cole / Informed Comment Apr 29, 2019 First Minister Nicola Sturgeon calls a “climate emergency” in response to a call from to the youth protest movement Extinction Rebellion. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

A Second Scottish Independence Referendum Looms as Formal Brexit Negotiations Appear Imminent

Natasha Hakimi Zapata / Truthdig Mar 14, 2017 Just after the U.K. Parliament's vote to start the formal process to leave the European Union, Scotland's government throws a wrench in the works. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

‘Scotland Still Loves EU’: Must-See Photos From the Scots’ Massive Brexit Protests (Multimedia)

Staff / Truthdig Jun 30, 2016 Protesters rallied outside the Scottish Parliament on Wednesday and last Friday after the European Union referendum showed that most Scots want to stay in. Meanwhile, Scottish politicians are trying to deliver on their people's wishes. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )