Gove suggests SNP want a no-deal Brexit
The UK Cabinet minister appeared via video link from Westminster at the Finance and Constitution Committee at Holyrood.
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‘Dearth of relevant economic analysis’ on Brexit deal ‘deeply concerning’
The Treasury Committee asked Chancellor Sajid Javid to confirm or update the economic analysis of Brexit.
Bercow refuses to allow ‘meaningful vote’ on Brexit deal today
The speaker blocked the attempt to allow MPs the debate on Monday because of parliamentary rules.
SNP MP backs Brexit delay until end of 2020 for second referendum
Joanna Cherry said she would support an extension of Brexit negotiations until the end of next year.
Twitter reacts furiously to James Blunt’s assertion that Brexit wont “change people’s lives”
“I’m going to carry on touring through Europe whatever happens. Rather than having a title on it, my call to arms would be ‘get the fuck on with it’, because our lives aren’t going to change."
Labour out to hijack Brexit legislation as Boris faces Commons showdown
Labour set to hijack deal by putting down amendments for a second Brexit referendum and a customs union with the EU.
Clive Tyldesley says his business has “let the public down” on Brexit
"The UK media has allowed people to become bored with the single most important nationals news story of the last 50 years".
Labour says Johnson could be in contempt of Parliament after Brexit letter
Shadow chancellor John McDonnell accused Boris Johnson of “behaving a bit like a spoilt brat” over the issue.
Proof that in January ‘16, the British public “could not care less about Brexit and the EU referendum”
Two charts show that the Brexit referendum was nothing more than an internal Conservative Party squabble.
ERG MPs reveal how Johnson’s deal paves way for no deal Brexit next year
"I haven’t come this far seeking to avoid no deal in 2019 to be duped into voting for a heavily camouflaged no-deal at the end of 2020,” reacted Philip Hammond.
PM’s Brexit deal unlawful and should not be put to vote, court told
The Court of Session is hearing a legal challenge to Boris Johnson’s new agreement on EU withdrawal.
Joke beach party to wave UK goodbye is now a North Sea Brexit festival on October 31
The Dutch Brexit party on the Netherlands coast started as a joke that went viral on Facebook.
Papers throw weight behind Brexit deal
The Sun sends a message to “dithering MPs” after Mr Johnson pulled off a “miracle Brexit plan”, while the Mail says "he's done his duty".
Donald Tusk refutes Jean-Claude Juncker and leaves door open for Brexit extension
Donald Tusk and Commission Jean-Claude Juncker expressed sadness over the UK’s decision to leave and said the UK would always be able to rejoin the EU.
Tory MP Mark Field to quit over Brexit approach
The MP for Cities of London and Westminster said: 'I still believe in my heart that the UK would be better served by remaining in or very closely aligned to the EU'
Brexit timeline: From 2013 referendum promise to a 2019 ‘great deal’
Key moments in the long-running process.
Perfect Brexit deal finally revealed
The controversial counter-proposal to Boris Johnson’s deal would see the Irish backstop scrapped while removing a customs border in the Irish sea and keeping the border open.
‘If we get a deal, we have only just begun’ – Any Brexit deal will hit every part of NI’s ‘weak’ economy
Angela McGowan, director of the CBI in Northern Ireland, said the ripple effect of a Brexit deal will hit business investment and productivity.
Nigel Farage calls for a delay to Brexit after three years saying the exact opposite
“Would I rather accept a new European treaty that is frankly very bad for us? Or would I prefer for us to have an extension and a general election? I would always prefer the latter option.”
Juncker rules out further Brexit extension
Announcement throws political parties’ response on Saturday’s historic vote into disarray.
Backstop ditched but how will new Brexit deal solve Northern Ireland wrangle?
The biggest sticking point in the talks between the EU and the UK was how to ensure free-flowing movement across the Irish border.
Johnson slammed for “Trumpian Brexit deal”
“If the Government is so confident they’ve secured a good Brexit deal then they shouldn't shy away from putting it to the people.”
A Brexit deal has been done… but DUP still not on board
A deal has been agreed.
DUP refuse to back Johnson’s Brexit plans “as things stand”
Arlene Foster and Nigel Dodds have highlighted three major obstacles, dealing a blow to Boris as the EU summit kicks off.
Boris Johnson Brexit deal hits late legal challenge as it breaks legislation from… Jacob Rees-Mogg
The Government has negotiated a Withdrawal Agreement that appears to breach Section 55 of the Cross-Border Trade Act 2018 - amendments tabled by its own hardline Brexiteer ERG group.
Brexit Secretary admits Boris Johnson will request Brexit delay to avoid no deal
Boris Johnson would be expected to comply with the Benn Act requiring such a move.
Northern Ireland farmers face bankruptcy in no-deal Brexit, MPs warned
Westminster Brexit committee also heard from a senior police officer who warned of a potential upsurge in dissident republican violence after Brexit.
World War II paratrooper says Brexit is “breaking his heart” on his 100th birthday
“After all that struggle and all the sacrifice”, the UK is now in danger of losing our community as a United Kingdom, he said.
Brexit’s ‘catastrophic’ £34m bill for Scotland’s fishing sector revealed
Andrew Charles, co-chair of the Scottish Seafood Association, said additional paperwork and charges would cost exporters £160 per sale.
Priti Patel slammed for smirking through list of companies which have raised concerns about a no-deal Brexit
“I can’t see why you are laughing”, Andrew Marr said.
Survey reveals extent of companies on both sides of Irish border cancelling business ahead of Brexit
The AIB Brexit Sentiment Index reveals that half of SMEs in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland have cancelled or postponed investment.
Corbyn signals Labour unlikely to back a Tory Brexit deal
The Labour leader cautioned MPs against backing an agreement even if there was a confirmatory referendum.
Johnson’s Brexit proposals would leave the UK economy worse off than May’s deal
Boris Johnson’s Brexit proposals would leave UK economy worse off than Theresa May’s deal, a new report by academic think tank The UK in a Changing Europe finds. The difference between May’s deal and Johnson’s proposals arise from the UK having no customs union with the EU, no level playing ...
DUP deputy leader warns mooted Brexit compromise ‘cannot work’
Nigel Dodds says Boris Johnson ‘knows very well’ Northern Ireland must remain fully part of the UK customs union.
Rhodri Marsen has just released a Brexit disco concept album – and it’s wondeful
"It's basically a sarcastic eulogy for our collective sanity".
Boris Johnson holds Brexit talks in venue that hosted Coleen Rooney’s 21st birthday party
Stilt walkers dressed as swans and jugglers in sailor suits greeted guests to Rooney's bash in 2007.
Frederick Achom on a no deal Brexit and what it could mean for investors
What does a no-deal Brexit mean for investors?
Government to withdraw vital support for refugees in a no-deal Brexit, making many destitute
Over 20,000 have backed an open letter from the Refugee Council calling on the government to keep it promises to refugees and immediately reverse planned funding cuts to vital refugee services in the event of a no-deal Brexit.
‘Spivs and speculators’ will profit from no-deal Brexit shortages former PM warns Johnson
"Already Ash Soni, president of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, has said he has never seen so many commonly-used drugs affected by shortages."
Andrea Leadsom says it’s ‘perfectly reasonable’ for Boris Johnson to send a second letter to EU denying UK a Brexit extension
The move being contemplated by Downing Street, according to Robert Peston and Andrea Leadsom would be unlawful - in direct contravention of the explicit assurance that Johnson’s advocate gave to the Court of Session.
Britain has turned against Brexit – biggest ever poll of polls says
So far this year, just one poll has put Leave ahead, compared to 74 for staying in the EU.
Parliament to sit on a Saturday for first time since Falklands War as Brexit deadline nears
If the Prime Minister is able to get an agreement, it will be an opportunity for MPs – who will have to give their approval – to debate it. Otherwise, Mr Johnson is expected to set out how he plans to take Britain out of the EU at the end ...
Tony Blair warns of ‘big risk’ fighting a Brexit general election
Mr Blair said that both sides of the Brexit debate should avoid “mixing up” a general election with a vote on the EU, and call for another referendum instead.
£7m poverty fund to help mitigate no-deal Brexit in Scotland
Deputy First Minister John Swinney revealed details of the new fund as he spoke about preparations for a no-deal Brexit.
‘Sterling is under the cosh again’ Pound dives to month low against euro over Brexit fears
The pound fell by 0.67% against the euro to 1.112 and slid by 0.52% to 1.222 against the dollar during trading on Tuesday.