How the UK Works

How the UK Works

A series of videos that give context to what the United Kingdom actually is, what BREXIT actually means and other interesting videos such as a whistle stop tour of our national holidays.

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How the UK Works
  • National Religious Holidays

    Enjoy understanding the UK's rhythmic religious holidays and how and why the nation stops to celebrate together.

  • Welcome To Great Britain

    A land of beautiful countryside and eclectic cities, of incredible culture and wonderful people: Great Britain welcomes you!

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - That Britain is very diverse
    - There is a wide variety of places, people, landscapes and cities

  • What Is The UK?

    What's the difference between British and English? These terms are explained as part of an overview of the development of the UK as a country.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - What is meant by UK, Britain, England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
    - How these terms developed

  • The Four Nations

    Find out about the nations of the UK and get an overview of some of their differences and similarities.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - The UK is made up of 4 nations
    - Each country has its own government and systems

  • National Holidays

    What's the difference between pancake day and boxing day? And why do Welsh people celebrate with daffodils? Find these answers and more in this overview of festivals and holidays across the year.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - The main public holidays and cultural festivals i...

  • What Is Brexit?

    Brexit is mentioned frequently in the media. Economy expert Susannah Streeter answers some of the most common questions about what it is, its impact, and what might happen in future.

    By the end of this video you will have learnt:
    - The meaning of the word 'Brexit'
    - How it has impacted the UK...