How many Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) does the UK have?

The United Kingdom has 73 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). This number is significant as it reflects the proportional representation of the UK within the EU at the time it was a member. Each member state in the EU is allocated a certain number of seats based on its population, and for the UK, this was set at 73. Following the Brexit referendum in 2016, the UK no longer participates in the European Parliament, but prior to leaving, it had a total of 73 MEPs representing the interests and voices of UK citizens in EU legislative processes. This number is essential in understanding the composition and representation within the European Union before the UK's exit.