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UK Ends Daylight Saving Time, Reverts to GMT in 2025

9/19/2025

Summary

Story summary

The UK will switch to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) on October 26, 2025, ending daylight saving time (DST).
Clocks will fall back one hour at 2 a.m. on November 2, 2025, concluding DST, which started on March 9, 2025, and lasts 238 days.
Critics highlight safety risks from darker mornings, while supporters argue DST lowers energy use and promotes outdoor activities.
The UK will stay on GMT until March 29, 2026, when it returns to British Summer Time (BST).

History

Historical Context

The establishment of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) in 1884 standardized global timekeeping, facilitating international coordination. In 1916, the UK introduced daylight saving time (DST) to conserve energy during World War I, achieving a 10% reduction in consumption. The planned return to GMT in 2025 highlights ongoing discussions about time regulation's impact on safety and energy efficiency, reflecting historical trends in time management.

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Story summary

The UK will switch to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) on October 26, 2025, ending daylight saving time (DST).
Clocks will fall back one hour at 2 a.m. on November 2, 2025, concluding DST, which started on March 9, 2025, and lasts 238 days.
Critics highlight safety risks from darker mornings, while supporters argue DST lowers energy use and promotes outdoor activities.
The UK will stay on GMT until March 29, 2026, when it returns to British Summer Time (BST).

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