English UK has appointed a senior industry figure as interim chief executive until a permanent replacement is found for Eddie Byers, who died in November.

Over the next few weeks, we will profile the five winners of our English is GREAT: Speak to the World video competition. The prizes are  a fully-funded two week scholarship to the UK.

First is Laio Veloso who is being hosted by English UK South West

Learn more about modern British culture - from the weather to cheering if a waiter drops a plate or glass - with this fun, short film starring English actor Stephen Fry.

Prince George goes to nursery, David Bowie dies, a famous stream train runs again and more.

Every week, we summarise the news to give you some insight into what is happening in Britain, and what people are talking about.

The UK has a very warm December, nightclothes have become more popular, Sherlock returns for a New Year speacial and more.

Every week, we summarise the news to give you some insight into what is happening in Britain, and what people are talking about