Jeremy Corbyn: There has to be migration as UK cannot exist in isolation
Jeremy Corbyn has remained tight-lipped about the contents of his party’s General Election manifesto but has insisted migration into Britain is vital to maintain the economy.
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Boris Johnson: All Tory election candidates have promised to back my Brexit deal
Boris Johnson has said that all Tory parliamentary candidates have vowed to vote for his Brexit deal if he wins a majority at the General Election.
EU ready to negotiate trade deal once Brexit happens, incoming president says
The incoming president of the European Council has said the EU stands ready to negotiate a trade deal once Brexit happens.
Tariff and quota-free trade between Ireland and Britain must remain – Varadkar
It is crucial to have tariff and quota-free trade between Ireland and Britain after Brexit, Leo Varadkar has said.
Break-up of union would be a shame, says Sir Rod Stewart
Sir Rod Stewart has said it would be “a shame” if Scotland became independent when asked about the UK’s political situation.
Difficult day for Boris Johnson as Tories under fire on campaign trail
Boris Johnson endured a difficult day on the campaign trail as the Tories came under fire over the NHS and allegations they tried to “buy off” Nigel Farage’s Brexit Party.
Boris Johnson appears to row back from Tory pledge to cut immigration
Boris Johnson has appeared to row back from a promise to cut immigration if the Tories are returned power in the General Election on December 12.
How would the political parties approach immigration?
Immigration has re-emerged as a key election battleground but the political parties are so far remaining tight-lipped on the detail of their proposals.
Nicola Sturgeon prioritises indyref2 over second Brexit vote
Nicola Sturgeon has made clear she would prioritise holding a second independence referendum over a fresh vote on Brexit.
Jo Swinson vows to revoke Article 50 on day one of Lib Dem government
Jo Swinson has pledged to revoke Article 50 on day one of her premiership if she is elected to Number 10.
Arron Banks has given up fighting Tories due to ‘Brexhaustion’, says Farage
Nigel Farage has said Leave campaigner Arron Banks has “given up” on fighting the Tories over Brexit as he has got “Brexhaustion”.
Consumers unexpectedly cautious with spending in October
Consumers were unexpectedly cautious in their spending in October after showing sustained confidence in the face of Brexit uncertainty, official figures show.
Tories vow to cut immigration but refuse to commit to ‘arbitrary targets’
The Tories have pledged they will cut immigration if they return to power in the General Election but said they will not set “arbitrary targets” for getting the numbers down.
Nigel Farage under pressure as deadline for General Election nominations looms
Nigel Farage is under pressure to pull Brexit Party candidates from marginal seats with the deadline for nominations just hours away.
‘North set to out-perform South for house price growth over next five years’
The average house price is predicted to be £35,000 higher in five years’ time as “Brexit and election-related angst” subsides, according to a report.
Gauke warns Tory majority will lead to ‘disastrous’ no-deal Brexit
A former Tory Cabinet minister has warned a Conservative majority at the General Election will result in a “disastrous” no-deal Brexit.
British Chambers of Commerce: Next government must avoid no-deal Brexit
The next government must focus on avoiding a no-deal Brexit and bring back much-needed confidence to businesses desperate for clarity, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has said.
Boris Johnson: Tory majority government will end ‘groundhoggery’ of Brexit
A Conservative majority government will end the “groundhoggery” of Brexit, Boris Johnson will promise as he delivers his first keynote speech in the General Election campaign.
PM follows Trump’s commands, says Swinson
Liberal Democrat leader Jo Swinson has accused Boris Johnson of following the commands of US President Donald Trump on Brexit.
‘Mr No Brexit’ protester welcomed as Lib Dem candidate by Swinson
Jo Swinson has welcomed outspoken anti-Brexit campaigner Steve Bray becoming a General Election candidate for the Liberal Democrats in Wales.
Corbyn tries to balance Brexit with radical vision for future in Blackpool
Jeremy Corbyn attempted to win over Brexit-backing Blackpool with a vision for drastic change, but the odd heckle on the streets demonstrated the difficulty he will face preventing the EU overshadowing his election campaign.
Robert Carlyle gives foul-mouthed summary of his Brexit views
Robert Carlyle has given a foul-mouthed summary of his views on Brexit.
Last Christmas star Emilia Clarke has say on General Election
Emilia Clarke has said “we can dream” about her latest film influencing the upcoming General Election with a message about Brexit.
Brexit and climate change among priorities in Lib Dems’ plan for ‘brighter future’
The Scottish Liberal Democrats have unveiled their plan for a “brighter future” following the General Election.
Nigel Farage pays his respects in Hartlepool on Armistice day
Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage paid his respects on Armistice Day at a memorial to the 130 people who were killed when the German navy bombarded Hartlepool during the First World War.
Both sides of Brexit debate ‘would sacrifice N Ireland’ for preferred outcome
A majority of Remainers and Leavers would be prepared to see Northern Ireland leave the Union in order to achieve their preferred Brexit outcome, a survey has found.
May ruled out no-deal after Northern Ireland terrorism warning, Lidington says
Theresa May decided against allowing the UK to crash out of the EU without a deal after being warned about the potential for terrorism in Northern Ireland, her de facto deputy has said.
Kwasi Kwarteng defends PM’s comments on barriers to trade crossing Irish Sea
Boris Johnson was right to claim there would be no barriers to trade crossing the Irish Sea after Brexit, a business minister has said.
Senior figure in People’s Vote campaign steps down pending harassment probe
A senior figure in the People’s Vote campaign has stepped down pending an investigation into allegations of harassment towards female staff members, it is understood.
David Blunkett says anti-Semitism and ‘thuggery’ in Labour makes him ‘despair’
Labour’s election campaign has suffered another heavy blow as former home secretary David Blunkett said the “anti-Semitism” and “thuggery” in the party makes him “despair”.