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Britain and the European Union
The European Union is a partnership of 27 countries. Britain has been a member of the EU since 1973.
Eight priorities to strengthen growth in Europe
Prime Minister David Cameron and 11 other leaders have suggested eight priority areas for growth in Europe in joint letter to President Van Rompuy and President Barroso.
Completing the Digital Single Market
Completing the Digital Single Market will add on average about £3,500 to each household in the EU. Read more on the Minister for Europe's blog.
Europe in a changing world
"Europe must remember its strengths and what makes it a formidable partner." Speech by Minister for Europe David Lidington, at the New Economy Forum, Madrid.
UK Representation to the EU, Brussels
Find out more about the how the UK Government is represented in the EU.
Britain's relationship with the European Union
The British coalition Government has pledged to be 'active and activist' in Europe, whilst protecting British interests. Find out more about what this means
The EU Act
The EU Act 2011 gives the people of the UK more control over decisions made by the Government on the EU in their name.
How the European Union works
Here you'll find an overview of how the different EU institutions work together.
See also
Useful links
- Read the Minister for Europe's blog
- European Commission
- European Parliament
- Council of the European Union
- Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2012