The story
The far right has performed well in the latest European Union elections, but overall the centre-right remains strongest.
The French president Emmanuel Macron called a surprise national election after his centrist party performed badly.
In other parts of the EU, left-wing and green parties increased their votes.
Neil and Beth explain this news story and teach you some useful vocabulary.
News headlines
Centre-right on course to strengthen majority in EU election, as far-right makes gains
BBC News
EU elections latest: Macron issues message to French voters after calling shock election; euro slumps at ‘uncertainty’
Sky News
As Europe votes, a populist wave surges
Politico
Key words and phrases
makes gains
gradually makes improvements
- I’m really making gains in my battle against the slugs in my garden. I’ve hardly seen any recently.
slumps
falls suddenly
- I want to sell my old phone, but the prices have slumped recently, so I won’t get much money for it.
surges
moves or increases quickly
- Support for the politician surged when she made her speech.