Below are lists of the countries and territories that were formerly ruled or administered by the United Kingdom or part of the British Empire (including...

regarding countries that have gained independence from the United Kingdom or countries which aspire to do so. These include: Afghani independence: Anglo-Afghan...

The list of countries obtaining independence from Spain is a list of countries that broke away from Spain for independence, or occasionally incorporation...

independence from the United Kingdom throughout its history, the most in the world, followed by with around 40 countries that gained independence from France throughout...

Since 1922, the United Kingdom has been made up of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales (which collectively make up Great Britain) and Northern Ireland...

This is a list of island countries. An island is a landmass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water. Many island countries are spread over...

colonies. Around 54 countries gained independence from the United Kingdom throughout its history, the most in the world, ahead of the French colonial empire...

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Northwestern Europe, off...

The 2024 United Kingdom general election was held on Thursday, 4 July 2024 to elect 650 members of Parliament to the House of Commons, the lower house...

dates of significance. Decolonization Political history of the world Timeline of national independence List of countries that gained independence from Spain...