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More state-educated pupils from London go to Oxbridge while provincial kids miss out

State schools in London have joined Eton as feeder schools for prized places at Oxford and Cambridge, research published Tuesday has revealed.

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Shoppers in England to use 6 billion fewer plastic bags after charge introduced

Six billion fewer plastic bags will be taken home by shoppers in England this year since a mandatory charge of 5 pence (7 U.S. cents) was introduced last October.

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Euro 2016: French government calls for alcohol ban in match zones

The French government has urged cities hosting Euro 2016 matches to ban alcohol near venues and fan zones.

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Church of England enacts historic legislation for women bishops

​The Church of England on Monday officially enacted legislation to enable women to be ordained as bishops in the church.

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English children not so happy?

Half a million children in Britain have low well-being, according to a report released by a British charity on Thursday.

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Britain to relax alcohol licensing hours for England matches during World Cup

Britain has decided to relax alcohol licensing hours nationally to mark England's participation in the FIFA World Cup in June and July 2014, British Secretary of State for the Home Department Theresa May announced Monday.

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Flood threat remains into Christmas Eve in Britain

The British Environment Agency has issued about 160 flood warning for England and Wales, and 31 for Scotland.