Word ‘Empire’ will not be removed from honours after accusations it’s ‘offensive and divisive’
“It’s really the wrong language – it’s divisive, it’s offensive and it’s offensive and hurtful to people.”
“It’s really the wrong language – it’s divisive, it’s offensive and it’s offensive and hurtful to people.”
The House of Commons has given its overwhelming approval to Boris Johnson's post-Brexit trade deal with the European Union, passing the bill at its second reading - by 521 votes to 73.
"I cannot vote for this deal, which this Government will use to drive down rights and protections, and step up the sell-off of our vital public services."
The Green MP says she cannot be complicit in the creation of a "poorer, smaller UK with diminished global influence".
It comes as MPs in Britain were preparing to vote on the deal in a special sitting of Parliament called for Wednesday.
“Those who think the Brexit drama comes to an end with this deal will be bitterly disappointed."
Blackford had a go at Labour for “lining up behind Boris Johnson” to back the deal.
If UK wants market access 'they have to largely follow European rules where they are relevant.”
"Well, in that case, I'd like to return it."
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