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United Kingdom Links
https://www.royal.uk/union-jack Feb 6, 2025 "The Union Flag, or Union Jack, is the national flag of the United Kingdom. It is so called because it combines the crosses of the three countries united under one Sovereign - the kingdoms of England and Wales, of Scotland and of Ireland (although since 1921 only Northern Ireland has been part of the United Kingdom)." Royal.uk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQrdiSi3YAg Jan 10, 2018 There’s nothing quite as quintessentially British as a cuppa tea. But how did the Chinese tradition make its way into the British consciousness? It’s all thanks to Catherine of Braganza, a Portuguese royal who married England’s King Charles II in 1662. When she arrived in England, she brought with her loose leaves and spices in a set of crates labeled “Transporte de Ervas Aromatics,” or T.E.A. Soon, everyone wanted to be just like the Queen and sales of tea began to skyrocket. The rest, as they say, is history. This story is a part of our Flavors series, where we do so much more than play with our food. Come with us as we dive into deliciously different and tastefully off-beat stories in the culinary world. Great Big Story
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZljOZHCeAs Aug 1, 2022 The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 56 independent and equal sovereign states. The Commonwealth is home to 2.5 billion people and includes both advanced economies and developing countries. Thirty-three of our members are small states, many of which are island nations. Our shared values and principles are inscribed in the Commonwealth Charter. Member countries are supported by a network of more than 80 intergovernmental, civil society, cultural and professional organisations. The Commonwealth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V68gAOnMw8 May 13, 2025 The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 56 independent and equal countries. It is home to 2.7 billion people, and includes both advanced economies and developing countries. 33 of our members are small states, including many island nations. Our member governments have agreed to shared goals like development, democracy and peace. Our values and principles are expressed in the Commonwealth Charter. The Commonwealth's roots go back to the British Empire. But today any country can join the modern Commonwealth. The Commonwealth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SOvr9fLHUM Jul 29, 2016 "Creator(s): Department of Defense. Department of the Army. Office of the Chief Signal Officer. 9/18/1947-2/28/1964 (Most Recent) Series: Orientation Films, 1942 - 1949 Record Group 111: Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer, 1860 - 1985 Date: 1943 Scope & Content (Historic): On the war activities and the esprit de corps of the British, pointing out similarities to Americans, rectifying differences, and replying to accusations of German propagandists. Reel 1 illustrates prewar complacence and early losses from German bombings. Chamberlain, Mussolini, and Hitler sign the Munich Pact. Men are inducted into the Army. Planes drop leaflets over Germany. Reel 2, Britain goes on the offensive: planes strafe ships, soldiers are stationed throughout the Empire, and troops cross North Africa. Shows hordes of Italian (?) prisoners. Reel 3 compares legislative processes in the U.S. and Britain and explains the role of the crown and the relations between Britain and India. Shows several views of the Royal Family. Eden denounces negotiations with Hitler. Churchill predicts German defeat to Congress. Reel 4 shows more scenes in India, including views of Gandhi, Nehru, and Smuts. Describes the extent of British participation in the war. Shows scenes of the Navy and of the rescue of a freighter's crew. Shows Goring and contemporary and 1919 views of John W. Alcock (on his reception in Ireland after flying across the Atlantic Ocean). Reel 5 shows various industrial scenes and describes the conditions of total war. Documents shortages in food and clothing and excesses of taxes. Children are well fed. Churchill speaks to Congress about the coming peace." US National Archives
King Charles III Coronation on 6th May 2023
King Charles III Coronation on 6th May 2023
"The Coronation of The King and The Queen took place at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6th May 2023. The Service was conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury and reflected the Monarch’s role today and look towards the future, while being rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry."
https://www.royal.uk/queen-and-government After Queen Elizabeth II passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022, the page The Queen and Government was immediately changed to The King and Government. "As Head of State The Kin has to remain strictly neutral with respect to political matters. By convention, The King does not vote or stand for election, however His Majesty does have important ceremonial and formal roles in relation to the government of the UK." Royal
UK Parliament Youtube Links
UK Parliament Youtube Links
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sfpHjnkGwmQ Oct 3, 2014 Follow the stages of a bill from a proposal for a new law to becoming an Act of Parliament. If you are a teacher, this animation is ideal as an overview of law making in Parliament for primary students. This is just one chapter of the ‘An Introduction to Parliament’ video. UK Parliament Find the full video, along with further chapters, such as Parliament’s Structure and Elections and Voting, here: http://youtu.be/Qs-9B3FRXCA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ex_xxMptomI Oct 3, 2014 Discover the three parts that make up parliament: the House of Commons, the House of Lords, and the monarch. If you are a teacher, this animation is an ideal speedy introduction to Parliament’s Structure for primary students. This is just one chapter of the ‘An Introduction to Parliament’ video. UK Parliament Find the full video, along with further chapters, such as Making Laws and Elections and Voting, here: http://youtu.be/Qs-9B3FRXCA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVHAnuYL070 Oct 19, 2022 Keir Starmer held prime minister Liz Truss to account on the implosion of the mini-budget. The Labour leader listed the measures that have "gone", doing a call and response with his party, finally asking Truss why she was still the leader of the Conservative party after former chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng had been removed. "I am a fighter, not a quitter," Liz Truss responded, quoting Peter Mandelson. Truss argued that she would deliver, adding that Starmer had no idea, no plan and no alternative. Guardian News
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iYe6gxXFQNs Oct 19, 2022 The prime minister, Liz Truss, and the Labour leader, Keir Starmer, went head-to-head in Wednesday's PMQ's with a number of fiery exchanges. Starmer gave a list of the government's recent U-turns after the former chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng's mini-budget. 'Why is she still here?' he asked. The prime minister responded: 'I'm not a quitter, I'm a fighter'. Guardian News
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88B6vuKsDsA Oct 28, 2022 Together we can achieve incredible things. We've already got going, watch behind the scenes from the first 48 hours. Rishi Sunak MP
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