Time in United Kingdom

The UK uses GMT in winter and British Summer Time in summer. Clocks change on the last Sunday of March and October. Bank holidays differ between England and Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland; overseas territories are not represented here.

Time zones

  • London: Europe/London

Fixed-date observances

Non-exhaustive selection; excludes substitute and moved holidays.

  • New Year's Day: 1/1
  • Christmas Day: 25/12
  • Boxing Day: 26/12

GOV.UK — bank holidays · IANA Time Zone Database

Country population

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Related figures and dates

  • United Kingdom: live population
  • Upcoming events and countdowns
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Analysis and guides

  • When Does Daylight Saving Time End — and Will It Ever Be Abolished?
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Sources and transparency

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