British Empire:A global empire that was at its height in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, encompassing territories across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Pacific, significantly influencing world politics and culture.
Welfare State:A government system that provides social services and protections for citizens, including healthcare, education, and social security, which was expanded significantly in the UK after World War II.
Brexit:The political process of the UK leaving the European Union, culminating in a 2016 referendum that revealed deep divisions within British society regarding national identity and economic policy.