Eight firms approved to bid for Brexit freight contracts
Eight ferry, aviation and rail firms have been approved to bid for Government contracts to import vital medicines into the UK after Brexit.
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EU insists on ‘fully workable’ solution to Irish border in Brexit deal
The European Union insisted that a “fully workable and legally operational” solution to the Irish border issue must be included in any Brexit deal, after suggestions from the UK that the details could be worked out after October 31.
We deal with uncertainty every day: Dover port boss dismisses Brexit chaos fears
The boss of one of the country’s busiest ports has dismissed fears of miles-long queues of lorries at the British border following Brexit, saying “each and every day the situation is improving”.
Ireland warns of ‘wide gap’ between EU and Johnson’s position on Brexit
Ireland has played down the prospect of a Brexit breakthrough, pointing to a “wide gap” between Boris Johnson’s position and that of the European Union.
Pupils given lessons in listening sparked by ‘poor example’ of Brexit debate
Pupils are learning how to hone their negotiating skills at an event prompted by the “poor example” set by those involved in the Brexit process.
Brexit Secretary to meet EU negotiator after Juncker says ‘we can have a deal’
Brexit Secretary Stephen Barclay will meet with the EU’s chief negotiator in Brussels after Jean-Claude Juncker insisted “we can have a deal” before the Halloween deadline.
Sir Paul McCartney weighs in on Brexit debate
Sir Paul McCartney has said the Brexit referendum was “probably a mistake” and admitted he did not vote in the poll.
We can have a Brexit deal, Jean-Claude Juncker insists
Jean-Claude Juncker has insisted that “we can have a deal” on Brexit before the Halloween deadline.
Boris Johnson awaits historic ruling over prorogation of Parliament
Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a wait for a ruling from the UK’s highest court over his advice to the Queen to suspend Parliament for five weeks.
Irish premier reveals plans to ‘try to get deal’ at summit meeting with PM
Irish premier Leo Varadkar says he will try to get a deal on Brexit when he meets Boris Johnson in New York next week.
Parliament may remain suspended even if Prime Minister loses Supreme Court case
Parliament may remain suspended even if Boris Johnson loses a historic Supreme Court case over the five-week prorogation.
More focus on livelihoods needed in Brexit talks, says Irish opposition leader
Brexit negotiators need to dial down the “megaphone diplomacy and triumphalism” and focus on securing an agreement that will protect livelihoods, the leader of Ireland’s main opposition party has said.
Can Boris Johnson strike a new Brexit deal with Brussels?
Boris Johnson has said he is “cautiously optimistic” about the prospects of a new Brexit deal but there is growing impatience among EU leaders who are demanding “concrete” proposals from the British side.
Sir John Major criticises Johnson’s suspension of Parliament at Supreme Court
Former prime minister Sir John Major believes Boris Johnson’s prorogation decision was motivated by his “political interest” in closing down Parliament ahead of the UK’s exit from the EU.
Bank warns of ‘entrenched’ Brexit uncertainty as interest rates held
The Bank of England kept interest rates on hold at 0.75% and warned “entrenched” Brexit uncertainty risks damaging the economy further.
UK rejects ‘artificial’ deadline to submit proposals for Brexit
The Prime Minister will not be bound by an “artificial deadline” to produce formal written proposals to resolve the Brexit deadlock, the Government has said.
Irish deputy warns of ‘significant gap’ between Britain and EU on Brexit
The Irish deputy leader has poured cold water on reports that the British Government is getting close to a deal with EU negotiators.
UK urges EU to be flexible in Brexit talks as PM given new deadline
The UK has told Brussels to be flexible and willing to compromise in Brexit talks as Boris Johnson came under further pressure to produce his plan for a deal.
Rates set to remain unchanged in final MPC meeting before Brexit deadline
Bank of England policymakers are set to leave interest rates unchanged at 0.75% on Thursday in their final monetary policy meeting before the UK is due to leave the EU on October 31.
Rees-Mogg backs PM to deliver new Brexit deal by 12-day deadline
Boris Johnson is on course to deliver a “fundamentally different” Brexit deal to ensure the UK leaves on October 31, a Cabinet minister has claimed after Finland said a new deal must be presented in 12 days.
Supreme Court to hear supporters of challenge over prorogation of Parliament
The UK’s highest court is set to hear from a host of supporters of a legal challenge over the controversial prorogation of Parliament – including former prime minister Sir John Major.
‘Panicked’ Cameron sought Queen’s support in Scottish independence campaign
David Cameron sought support from the Queen during the Scottish independence referendum campaign after a poll predicting a Yes victory “panicked” him, the ex-prime minister has said.
Rees-Mogg denies attempt to mislead Queen over Parliament’s suspension
A member of Boris Johnson’s Cabinet has insisted the Queen was “in no way misled” over the decision to suspend Parliament.
Arlene Foster calls for ‘sensible’ Brexit deal
The leader of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has said she wants a “sensible” Brexit deal that works for people in Northern Ireland and in the Republic.
Galway’s European Capital of Culture year ‘could not be more timely’
Galway’s year as European Capital of Culture “could not be more timely” amid changing political relationships, a senior diplomat said.
No-deal Brexit warning of significant disruption to farming and tourism
Ireland’s Foreign Affairs Minister has warned that a no-deal Brexit will lead to significant disruption in farming, agri-food, tourism and fishing sectors.
Rates set to remain unchanged in final MPC meeting before Brexit deadline
Bank of England policymakers are set to leave interest rates unchanged at 0.75% on Thursday in their final monetary policy meeting before the UK is due to leave the EU on October 31.
PM’s advice to suspend Parliament not for ‘improper purpose’, court hears
Boris Johnson did not advise the Queen to suspend Parliament for five weeks for any “improper purpose”, Supreme Court justices have heard.
Jeremy Corbyn refuses to say whether he would campaign for Leave or Remain
Jeremy Corbyn has repeatedly refused to clarify whether he would back Remain or Leave in a Brexit referendum he would call as prime minister.
UK house price growth slows to lowest annual rate since 2012
House prices across the UK increased at their lowest annual rate in around seven years in July, according to official figures.