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.
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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.
Angela Merkel says extension is “unavoidable” if MPs vote down deal
She told EU leaders that they cannot pretend an extension would not be offered to the UK if it was requested.
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'
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.
Labour MPs “being whipped to back second referendum” on super Saturday
Such a move could win favour from the Liberal Democrats, the SNP and a handful of the 21 Tory rebels who lost the whip over supporting the Benn act.
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.
We are all reluctant hypocrites when it comes to climate change
We are stuck in a fossil-fuel economy and without systemic change, our lifestyles will keep on causing climate and ecological harm.
Vince Cable exclusive: The EU referendum was a “terrible mistake”
Cable: I want the Lib Dems to become a “party of more open, internationalist liberal people who would absorb social democrats of the Labour Party and one-nation conservatives.”
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.
Johnson believed to have agreed to customs border down the Irish Sea
The arrangement was rejected by Theresa May as a deal that no British prime minister could ever accept.
Extinction Rebellion launch legal appeal after Met bans protest from the whole of London
Activists risked arrest in defiance of the police order, as human rights lawyers said the Met was ‘criminalising protest.'
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.
Spike in hate crimes is fuelled by parliament, media and social media warns sister of Jo Cox
Kim Leadbetter, sister of the murdered Labour MP, spoke out after police in England and Wales recorded 103,379 hate crimes in the last year.
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.
Bleak report lifts the lid on under-resourced NHS and social care facing ‘perfect storm’
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) warned of worsening ’tremendous pressure’ across health and social care where people cannot access the care they need.
Independent Scotland could be an investment magnet, Nicola Sturgeon to say
Being in both the single market as well as being the “closest neighbour to our friends in the rest of the UK” will give Scotland the “best of both worlds”.
Calls for UEFA action after mass racist abuse disrupts England’s 6-0 victory in Bulgaria
It comes as a British man, 32, died in Sofia ahead of Euro match with Bulgaria.
Esther Duflo becomes second woman to win Nobel prize in economics for “experimental approach to alleviating poverty”
She said: “Showing that it is possible for a woman to succeed and be recognised for success I hope is going to inspire many, many other women to continue working and many other men to give them the respect that they deserve like every single human being.”
Boris Johnson will not resign if Queen’s Speech is defeated by MPs, says No 10
Downing Street ruled out a defeat on the Queen’s Speech being a matter of confidence, which could pave the way for an early general election.
EU backs German government’s move to keep Thomas Cook subsidiary flying
The approach is in stark contrast to the plight of 9,000 UK staff of Thomas Cook, Britain’s oldest travel agent, many of whom have talked of resorting to food banks.
Hedge funds profit from disaster – could their undue political influence be helping to spread it?
Billionaire investors make money from instability—now they’re funding an unstable government.
Boris Johnson’s “pathetic publicity stunt” brought shame upon the Royal Family today
The Prime Minister used an elderly head of state for his political advantage, delivering an uncosted wish list sprinkled with populist hyperbole.
Extinction Rebellion ’swamp’ City of London over ‘funding climate breakdown’
The latest action is part of two weeks of disruption demanding urgent moves to protect wildlife and the climate.
Kurdish forces ally with Syrian government after Donald Trump orders US troops to abandon area
Syrian government forces have entered the northern town of Tal Tamr and city of Manbij close to Turkey’s border, following a deal struck between the Kurds and the Assad regime.
For the first time renewables overtake fossil fuels in UK power generation
July, August and September were the first quarter in which renewables outpaced fossil fuels since the 19th century, Carbon Brief said.
15-year-old arrested after schoolboy murdered in busy shopping centre in broad daylight
Police named the knife murder victim on Friday as schoolboy Baptista Adjei, from North Woolwich.
ISIS terrorists break out of Kurdish jails after Trump abandons Kurd allies to Turkish offensive
IS is plotting a mass prison breakout to free 70,000 or more IS supporters while Turkey invades Northern Syria.
Cambridge University sees marked increase in black students thanks to “Stormzy Effect”
A record number of black students took undergraduate positions at the university this year.
Boris Johnson turns into The Joker in new artwork
“The Joker became an obvious match-up. He’s not the charming cheeky lad. It’s a ploy he uses.”
Film about 3,700 Troubles victims comes at apt moment, directors say
Noting the heightened tensions in Northern Ireland due to Brexit uncertainty, Lavery said the premiere at the London Film Festival was timely.
EU citizens may be deported if they miss settlement scheme deadline minister threatens
Campaigners said this was the first time the ‘grim reality’ of the Government’s position on the issue had been confirmed.
Labour government would legislate for second referendum immediately – Corbyn
Mr Corbyn told an audience in Northampton: “Labour trusts the people to decide.”
Trump defends abandoning Kurdish allies against IS, saying they didn’t help in WWII
“Alliances are very easy” said Trump when asked why anyone would want to be a US ally now. Erdogan warned critics not to call the operation against Kurds in Syria an invasion and threatened to flood Europe with Syrian refugees.
Swedish king removes five grandchildren from royal household to save taxpayers millions
The news prompted Republic, which demands an elected head of state in the UK, to call for the British monarchy to follow suit.
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.
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.
Half of Brits now swing voters with no party allegiance
A series of "electoral shocks" has left the British electorate more volatile than ever.