UK clocks go back one hour on Sunday, October 25

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 12:32 · Archive

Clocks across the UK will go back at 2.00am on Sunday, October 25, giving an extra hour of daylight.

Clocks across the UK will go back at 2.00am on Sunday, October 25. The change gives an extra hour in bed and an additional hour of daylight as the darker nights approach.

Most devices connected to the internet, including smartphones, televisions, laptops and tablets, will adjust automatically. However, devices not connected to the internet such as alarm clocks and car radios will need to be changed manually.

The principal reason for changing the clocks is to make the most of available daylight. The practice began when the German government introduced clock changes in 1916 during the First World War as a means of saving energy. Many European governments, including Britain, followed suit, and the current system has been in place since 1971.

How it is being reported

• The exact time clocks go back this weekend in the UK and whyTo make up for the shortening days, the clocks will go back across the UK this weekendGazette & Herald (Malton) · 24 Oct, 12:00
• The exact time clocks go back this weekend in the UK and whyTo make up for the shortening days, the clocks will go back across the UK this weekendThe Press (York) · 24 Oct, 12:00

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