Brexit Day: UK counts down to leaving the EU – as it happened

See the timeline of Brexit Day updates as events unfolded throughout the day.

Brexit Day Updates:

Countdown until Brexit at 11pm tonight, clock projected on Westminster Buildings in London
London City Hall opens for advice for citizens this afternoon
New Brexit 50p released today
Live Updates as Cabinet meeting unfolds in Sunderland

Government to introduce clearing system for apprenticeships this week

The government has announced plans to test a clearing style system to match unsuccessful apprenticeship applicants with similar vacancies in their local areas.
Zen Bus brings wellbeing to east London schools

The scheme focuses on supporting both pupils and teachers by providing practical wellbeing tools
Met Office warns of further heavy rain amid hundreds of flood alerts

Hundreds of flood alerts remain as forecasters warn that further rain could bring disruption to transport networks and vulnerable locals.
Whistles become 'weapons' for activists against ICE

After making an appearance at the Grammys, the whistle has been highlighted as a staple for warning others against ICE's presence.