BREXIT

When a day is too long in politics … Brexit News (Updated with British Press Review)

No 10 has announced that a five-week suspension parliament will begin tonight, as Boris Johnson’s flies back from his first official meeting with Irish counterpart Leo Varadkar in Dublin, the Independent reports. Meanwhile,…

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Boost for hauliers’ Brexit preparation as multi-million-pound campaign launched

A multi-million-pound information campaign is being launched across the UK and Europe to ensure businesses and hauliers are prepared for the UK to leave the EU on 31 October 2019,…

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Commons block second election attempt

Boris Johnson has lost his second attempt to trigger an early general election in his sixth humiliating Commons defeat since becoming prime minister. Ahead of parliament being suspended by the…

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British Parliament business to be suspended on Monday, Government confirms

In the UK, the Parliament will be suspended at the end of Commons business tonight, the government has confirmed. Although the decision is legal, this will be the longest prorogation in…

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Britain at risk of losing leading edge in maritime services

Britain’s position as a top hub for maritime services is being eroded by competition, a loss of shipping finance business and the removal of tycoon-friendly tax breaks, a report said,…

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Brexit Delays would see voters turning their back to the Tories

According to Britain Elects, recriminations may be on their way for Boris Johnson and the Conservatives if the UK’s departure from the EU is delayed. A ComRes poll commissioned by…

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France will veto any meaningless Brexit extension

France will veto a further delay to Brexit unless the UK ends the chaos and tells the EU what it wants, the country’s foreign minister has warned. Jean-Yves Le Drian…

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Gibraltar braces itself for Brexit

Gibraltar is confronting the scenario unravelling in London because of Brexit with more concern than assurance, and more resignation than eagerness, but it does want to feel as though it…

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Conservatives in the UK extend lead over Labour to 10 points despite chaotic week

The Conservatives have extended their lead over Labour as pro-Brexit voters return to the party, according to the latest Opinium poll for the Observer. Despite a week of political, the…

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No Deal Brexit will effect new cancer trials that could save children – Medical researchers warn

Leading medical researchers have warned that their efforts to find new cancer treatments are likely to suffer major setbacks if the UK leaves the EU without a deal. In particular…

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Johnson could go to prison if he refuses to delay Brexit

The former director of public prosecutions has told Sky News that Boris Johnson could go to prison if he refuses to delay Brexit in the face of court action. The…

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How serious is Brexit ?

The question I am posing in the title of this week’s contribution is how dangerous and menacing is Brexit, not for the United Kingdom but for the 27 remaining member…

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Brexit – who’s in charge?

Boris Johnson is in an unenviable position. In the past week, he has suffered no less than three consecutive defeats at the House of Commons, something which is unheard of…

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The House of Lords approve bill to prevent no-deal Brexit

The Benn bill, intended to prevent a no-deal Brexit on 31 October, was approved by the House of Lords. It passed the upper house without being amended, which means that…

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UK opposition parties agree to not vote in favour of general election

Britain's opposition Labour Party will not support Prime Minister Boris Johnson's bid to call an early election in a vote in parliament on Monday, a source in the party told…

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UK High Court rejects legal challenge to Boris Johnson parliament shutdown

High Court judges have rejected a legal challenge against the PM's suspension of parliament, but they have allowed it to go to the Supreme Court for an appeal. This will…

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Irish PM states no-deal Brexit checks needed near Irish border

Some checks on goods and live animals may need to take place near the Irish border in a no-deal Brexit, Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar has said. As far as…

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Former PM John Major launches stinging attack on Boris Johnson

Former Tory prime minister Sir John Major has launched a stinging attack on Boris Johnson and his inner circle, calling his chief adviser a "political anarchist". Speaking in Glasgow on…

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Protection for flights and road transport after Brexit reaffirmed

The British government confirmed details of measures that ensure flights and road haulage will continue to run smoothly after the UK leaves the EU on 31 October, whatever the circumstances.…

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Final EU call to all EU citizens and businesses to prepare for Brexit

With 8 weeks to go until the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union on 31 October 2019, the Commission has – in its 6th Brexit preparedness Communication – reiterated…

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Bill designed to stop no-deal expected to complete its passage through the Lords

The government has said a bill to stop a no-deal Brexit will complete its passage through the Lords on Friday. The proposed legislation was passed by MPs on Wednesday, inflicting…

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MPs vote to back legislation blocking no-deal Brexit – Not enough votes for early election

Update : Boris Johnson has lost a bid to call an early general election to break the Brexit deadlock. Johnson's Conservative Party failed to win the two-thirds majority needed to…

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UK PM Johnson challenges opponents to agree to October 15 election

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday challenged opposition Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn to agree to an Oct. 15 parliamentary election, calling a Labour-led plan to try and prevent…

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Legal challenge fails against British PM’s suspension of parliament

A judge at the highest court in Scotland has ruled Prime Minister Boris Johnson's decision to suspend Parliament is not a matter for the courts and does not contravene the…

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GB car sticker needed for UK drivers after Brexit

UK-registered cars will need to display a GB sticker any EU country after Brexit, the government has said. New government advice said the sticker must be displayed in any EU…

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Gradual slowdown in Irish services growth continues in August

Ireland’s services sector last month grew at its slowest rate since January, a survey showed on Wednesday, as the impact of rising uncertainty around Brexit was evident across a number…

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EU to allocate financial aid for EU businesses, workers and farmers in case of no-deal Brexit

Reuters reports that the European Commission on Wednesday will propose financial help for European Union businesses, workers and farmers if Britain crashes out of the bloc without any agreement. To…

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US Vice President Mike Pence says US will play active role for successful Brexit

US Vice President Mike Pence urged the European Union to negotiate "in good faith" with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and reach a Brexit deal that "respects the UK's sovereignty” hours…

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Johnson defeated – MPs take Control – Election motion tabled

Tory rebels and opposition MPs have defeated the government in the first stage of their attempt to pass a law designed to prevent a no-deal Brexit. The Commons voted 328…

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US wants that Ireland’s stability and Northern Ireland’s peace deal is respected in Brexit

The United States wants the terms of Britain's exit from the European Union to protect stability on the island of Ireland and respect Northern Ireland's 1998 peace deal, U.S. Vice…

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Reports of Possible Snap General elections in politics the UK

Boris Johnson has called a surprise meeting of his cabinet later today, as a Downing Street source hinted at a possible snap general election. "Cabinet is being called for this…

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Get Ready For Brexit blitz Campaign launched

The Get Ready for Brexit campaign went live on Sunday, stating that the UK would be leaving the EU on 31 October and urging the public to visit a new…

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Johnson cancels meeting with Tory Brexit rebels

Boris Johnson has cancelled a meeting with Tory Brexit rebels, heightening party tensions ahead of what could be an explosive week in Westminster. Talks with the so-called "Gaukeward squad", who…

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Gove raises prospect of ignoring legislation at blocking no-deal Brexit

Tory minister Michael Gove has refused to say whether the government would abide by legislation designed to stop the UK leaving the EU without a deal, BBC reports. Sky News reports…

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‘Get Ready for Brexit’ campaign launched

On Sunday, the British government launched a public information campaign, ‘Get Ready for Brexit’, which will run across television, social media, billboards and other platforms. The campaign is the largest…

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UK government to continue to uprate the State Pension to people living in the EU for the next 3 years

Nearly half-a-million people living in the EU will continue to have their UK State Pension increased every year for the next 3 years in the event of a no deal…

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Michel Barnier ‘not optimistic’ about avoiding no-deal Brexit

The European Union's top Brexit negotiator has said he is not optimistic about avoiding a no-deal scenario as he cannot meet Britain's demands to scrap the Irish backstop. Michel Barnier…

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No Deal Brexit fears lead to ‘exodus’ from UK equity funds

The Financial Times reports that more than US$4bn has been pulled from UK equity funds since Theresa May announced her decision to step down as Britain’s prime minister as fears…

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Judge temporary rejects calls to block UK parliament suspension

A Scottish judge has temporarily rejected calls to block Boris Johnson’s decision to suspend parliament, in a blow to anti-Brexit campaigners. The Guardian reports that Lord Doherty said he would not…

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British Press: Anger at ‘Big Suspender’ Boris Johnson for turning UK in ‘Prorogue’ state

Boris Johnson dragged Britain into constitutional uproar on Wednesday after announcing plans to suspend parliament for five weeks, daring opponents of his Brexit strategy to vote down his government in…

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Queen Elizabeth approves Johnson’s request to suspend parliament

The Queen has approved Boris Johnson's request to suspend parliament from the middle of next month, which will restrict MPs' ability to block a no-deal Brexit. In a move prompting…

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Commons Speaker John Bercow says suspending parliament ‘a constitutional outrage’

Commons Speaker John Bercow said, "it is blindingly obvious that the purpose of prorogation now would be to stop Parliament debating Brexit and performing its duty in shaping a course…

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British Government asks Queen to suspend Parliament

The government has asked the Queen to suspend Parliament just days after MPs return to work in September - and only a few weeks before the Brexit deadline. Boris Johnson…

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Pound falls on report Britain’s Queen could be asked to suspend parliament

Sterling fell on Wednesday after a BBC journalist said that Britain’s Queen Elizabeth could be asked as early as Wednesday to agree to suspend parliament. The pound, already trading lower…

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Ireland says UK proposals to replace backstop not good enough

Irish Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney said Ireland is open to suggestions to break the Brexit stalemate over the backstop but Britain has not provided any alternative arrangements that "do…

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UK opposition parties agree to work together to stop no-deal Brexit

Britain’s opposition parties said on Tuesday they had agreed to work together to try and prevent a no-deal Brexit, including through passing legislation or holding a vote of no-confidence in…

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Banksy’s Brexit mural mysteriously disappears from Dover

Banksy's mural of a workman chiselling away at a star in the European Union flag mysteriously disappeared from the side of a building in Dover, England, over the weekend. The…

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In no-deal scenario, Britain will not be owing EU €39 billion any longer – Johnson

Boris Johnson has said the £39bn Brexit divorce bill would not “strictly speaking” be owed to Brussels in full in the event of no deal, insisting: “It’s not a threat.…

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Brexit will create problems with data transfers

A no-deal Brexit would seriously disrupt the free flow of commercially valuable data between Europe and the UK, leaving companies across the finance, hospitality, manufacturing and technology sectors facing “immense”…

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Johnson warns Trump to compromise to get UK trade deal, clash with Tusk over Brexit blame

The US must lift restrictions on UK businesses if it wants a trade deal with the UK, Boris Johnson has said. Travelling to the G7 summit in Biarritz, France, the…

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Cartoonists on … BO-REXIT

The Brexit Saga entered in a new phase as newly elected Prime Minister Boris Johnson held a number of meetings with various European Leaders on the matter. The following cartoons…

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Switzerland adopts EU laws on drones and post-Brexit aviation

Switzerland has taken over a EU security framework laying out new rules for drones and guarantees the continuation of aviation activities between Bern and London after Brexit. The Swiss Federal…

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Experts warn that ending free movement for EU citizens on day one of Brexit is impossible

The Migration Observatory at Oxford University said that ending free movement on day one of a no deal Brexit is impossible because it “can’t be enforced. The plan, confirmed by ministers on Monday, was dismissed…

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Johnson’s foot steals the limelight in meeting with Macron

A photo of Boris Johnson sticking his foot on a table during talks in Paris with the French president triggered unflattering comments on social media. But users on both sides…

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British government ditches non-disclosure agreements for Brexit preparations

Organisations working with the British government on Brexit will no longer be routinely required to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). The use of NDAs - legally binding contracts to maintain confidentiality…

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Photo Story: After Merkel, Johnson to meet Macron

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson (R) and German Chancellor Angela Merkel talk on a balcony over a glass of wine at the Chancellery in Berlin, Germany, 21 August 2019. Prior…

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Nearly 10,000 sign up for Dutch Brexit beach party

Nearly 10,000 people have said so far they will be going to a Brexit beach party at the Dutch seaside resort of Wijk aan Zee on October 31 to wave…

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