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Michel Barnier blasts UK chief negotiator’s ‘tone’ and calls for ‘constructive engagement’ amid Brexit talks deadlock
Michel Barnier blasts UK chief negotiator’s ‘tone’ and calls for ‘constructive engagement’ amid Brexit talks deadlock
Brexit
The EU’s chief Brexit negotiator has attacked his UK counterpart’s “tone” and called for more “constructive engagement” amid deadlocked talks between the two sides.
Brexit: Michael Gove says there will be ‘additional new processes’ at Northern Ireland border
Brexit
Brexit: Michael Gove says there will be ‘additional new processes’ at Northern Ireland border
Brexit row deepens as UK accuses Brussels of treating it as ‘unworthy’ partner in trade talks
Brexit
Brexit row deepens as UK accuses Brussels of treating it as ‘unworthy’ partner in trade talks
MP security costs soared by nearly 2000% amid bitter Brexit battles, report finds
Brexit
MP security costs soared by nearly 2000% amid bitter Brexit battles, report finds
Higher taxes, more pay for nurses and a bigger state – our exclusive poll reveals how MPs see the post-Covid society
Coronavirus
By Sebastian Whale
Higher taxes, more pay for nurses and a bigger state – our exclusive poll reveals how MPs see the post-Covid society
UK and EU have ‘philosophical difference’ on Brexit but talks are not falling apart, claims Michael Gove
Brexit
UK and EU have ‘philosophical difference’ on Brexit but talks are not falling apart, claims Michael Gove
Britain demands ‘change in EU approach’ as ‘tetchy’ talks round ends with ‘very little progress’
Brexit
Britain demands ‘change in EU approach’ as ‘tetchy’ talks round ends with ‘very little progress’
The House Live
Ministers are ignoring the political reality of post-Brexit fisheries negotiations
Coronavirus
By Lord Teverson
Ministers are ignoring the political reality of post-Brexit fisheries negotiations
Labour must seize the political space opening up before us – and banish the poisonous myth about Leavers and Remainers
Coronavirus
By Ruth Smeeth
Labour must seize the political space opening up before us – and banish the poisonous myth about Leavers and Remainers
‪The Tories pledged there would be no checks at the Northern Irish border. But the gap between rhetoric and reality is becoming increasingly stark
Brexit
By Andrew McQuillan
‪The Tories pledged there would be no checks at the Northern Irish border. But the gap between rhetoric and reality is becoming increasingly stark
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At a glance: Every Conservative MP who has condemned Dominic Cummings as lockdown row escalates
At a glance: Every Conservative MP who has condemned Dominic Cummings as lockdown row escalates
Coronavirus
Dominic Cummings reveals son was hospitalised as he says he acted ‘reasonably and legally’ in lockdown visit to Durham
Dominic Cummings reveals son was hospitalised as he says he acted ‘reasonably and legally’ in lockdown visit to Durham
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson facing growing Tory revolt over Dominic Cummings as former minister says he’s been ‘swamped’ with angry voters
Boris Johnson facing growing Tory revolt over Dominic Cummings as former minister says he’s been ‘swamped’ with angry voters
Coronavirus
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Higher taxes, more pay for nurses and a bigger state – our exclusive poll reveals how MPs see the post-Covid society
Coronavirus
By Sebastian Whale
Higher taxes, more pay for nurses and a bigger state – our exclusive poll reveals how MPs see the post-Covid society
Tax hikes, more pay for key workers, higher unemployment and a larger state – MPs have painted a picture of society after the pandemic
Emmanuel Macron 'not sure' if a UK-EU trade deal can be struck this year
Brexit
Emmanuel Macron 'not sure' if a UK-EU trade deal can be struck this year

French President Emmanual Macron has said he’s “not sure” that an UK-EU trade deal can be reached by the end of the year.
Brexit news
Michael Gove tells EU there is a ‘serious risk’ Brexit deal not being met amid bitter row over citizens’ rights
Brexit
Michael Gove tells EU there is a ‘serious risk’ Brexit deal not being met amid bitter row over citizens’ rights
Michael Gove has told Brussels there is a “serious risk” that the rights of UK nationals living in the bloc are not being protected, in an escalating row over the issue.
Fresh Brexit row as EU launches legal action against UK over citizens’ rights
Brexit
Fresh Brexit row as EU launches legal action against UK over citizens’ rights
The European Commission has launched legal action against Britain for a “failure to comply” with EU rules on the free movement of people.
John Bercow and the Clerks
Brexit
By Sebastian Whale
John Bercow and the Clerks
From his championing of Urgent Questions to the creation of a creche, John Bercow was undoubtedly a reforming Speaker. But his working relationship with some parliamentary authorities – who he viewed as obstructive – was often stretched to breaking point. In an abridged extract from ‘Call to Order’, his new biography of the former Speaker, Sebastian Whale looks at the fraught relationships during the Bercow era
Why collaboration holds the key to coordinated border management Member content
Coronavirus
By Leidos
Why collaboration holds the key to coordinated border management
The way in which we manage our borders has come under the spotlight in the last few years. This is largely a consequence of Brexit, though the challenge we face from Covid-19 and its implications on international trade and travel have sharpened the focus even more.
Liz Truss vows to drive a ‘hard bargain’ as UK-US trade talks kick off amid coronavirus lockdown
Coronavirus
Liz Truss vows to drive a ‘hard bargain’ as UK-US trade talks kick off amid coronavirus lockdown
Talks between Britain and the United States on a post-Brexit trade deal will formally begin on Tuesday as both countries continue to battle the coronavirus pandemic.
Fresh Brexit row as Number 10 says EU demand for Northern Ireland customs checks not shared before publication
Brexit
Fresh Brexit row as Number 10 says EU demand for Northern Ireland customs checks not shared before publication
A fresh row has broken out between the UK and EU after Number 10 accused Brussels of publishing demands for “detailed” plans on Northern Ireland customs checks before sharing them with London.
Keir Starmer says Labour should not ‘shy away’ from being patriotic as he defends Brexit voters
Culture
Keir Starmer says Labour should not ‘shy away’ from being patriotic as he defends Brexit voters
Labour should be “proud to be patriotic”, Sir Keir Starmer has declared.
UK warns post-Brexit talks could collapse over fisheries unless EU backs down
Brexit
UK warns post-Brexit talks could collapse over fisheries unless EU backs down
Talks on Britain’s post-Brexit relationship with the EU could break down within weeks unless Brussels negotiators drop their demands over fisheries, UK sources are warning.
Coronavirus fight should focus EU minds on Brexit deal, says Michael Gove
Brexit
Coronavirus fight should focus EU minds on Brexit deal, says Michael Gove
The coronavirus pandemic should “concentrate the minds” of European Union negotiators and speed up a deal on Britain’s post-Brexit ties with the bloc, Michael Gove has said.
If we don’t act now, thousands of children and young people will find themselves undocumented and stateless
Brexit
By Steve McCabe MP
If we don’t act now, thousands of children and young people will find themselves undocumented and stateless
We seem to be sleep walking into another Windrush. Ministers should do the right thing and grant these children and young people automatic settlement status.
Coronavirus: Is it possible to extend the Brexit transition period?
Brexit
By House of Commons Library
Coronavirus: Is it possible to extend the Brexit transition period?
Despite the Government insisting it will not, some believe the coronavirus crisis means the Brexit transition period should be extended. Graeme Cowie from the House of Commons Library explains how this could happen.
Brexit talks ‘disappointing’ say EU as UK admits ‘limited progress’ made on trade deal in latest round
Brexit
Brexit talks ‘disappointing’ say EU as UK admits ‘limited progress’ made on trade deal in latest round
The EU’s chief negotiator Michel Barnier has labelled the latest round of Brexit talks “disappointing” and said the UK “did not wish to commit seriously on a number of fundamental points”.
Former Tory Cabinet minister David Lidington calls for Brexit transition to be extended amid coronavirus crisis
Coronavirus
Former Tory Cabinet minister David Lidington calls for Brexit transition to be extended amid coronavirus crisis
The UK should extend the Brexit transition period so the Government can focus all of its efforts on fighting the coronavirus, according to Theresa May’s former deputy.
Two-thirds of voters want Brexit transition period extended so ministers can focus on tackling coronavirus - poll
Coronavirus
Two-thirds of voters want Brexit transition period extended so ministers can focus on tackling coronavirus - poll
Two-thirds of Brits want the Brexit transition period to be extended so the Government can "focus 100% of its energy on dealing with coronavirus for the rest of the year", according to a new poll.
Downing Street rules out extension to Brexit transition period - even if Brussels asks for it
Coronavirus
Downing Street rules out extension to Brexit transition period - even if Brussels asks for it
The UK will not be extending the Brexit transition into 2021 even if the European Union asks to, Downing Street have confirmed.
Brexit negotiations to press ahead despite coronavirus shutdown, UK and EU confirm
Coronavirus
Brexit negotiations to press ahead despite coronavirus shutdown, UK and EU confirm
Talks on Britain’s post-Brexit relationship with the European Union are to continue despite the global coronavirus pandemic, both sides have announced.
I hope the election of Keir Starmer will bring infighting and factionalism in the Labour party to an end
Coronavirus
By Andrew Gwynne MP
I hope the election of Keir Starmer will bring infighting and factionalism in the Labour party to an end
Keir Starmer's election campaign showed he could bring together people from right across the party. I believe he has the vision to lead the country once this crisis is over.
History will judge Jeremy Corbyn as the worst leader ever
Coronavirus
By Neil Coyle MP
History will judge Jeremy Corbyn as the worst leader ever
Corbyn failed by not ensuring the Party was run properly, preferring factionalism to functionalism. Had he bothered to listen to concerns about racism, bullying, antisemitism and intimidation, his disgrace might not be so deep.
The reality of ‘sovereignty’ post-Brexit is more complex than the Government lets on
Brexit
By Lord Wallace
The reality of ‘sovereignty’ post-Brexit is more complex than the Government lets on
Absolutist language masks whether negotiating true economic and political independence is even possible.
MEPs urge UK to extend Brexit transition period due to coronavirus outbreak
Coronavirus
MEPs urge UK to extend Brexit transition period due to coronavirus outbreak
The UK has been urged by MEPs to extend the Brexit transition period because of the coronavirus crisis.
Boris Johnson accused of putting ‘Brexit over breathing’ by not joining EU ventilator scheme
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson accused of putting ‘Brexit over breathing’ by not joining EU ventilator scheme
Boris Johnson has been accused of putting “Brexit over breathing” after the Government decided not to take part in an EU scheme for procurating ventilators to deal with the coronavirus outbreak.
Government ditches plan to cut number of MPs from 650 to 600 because 'Brexit will increase their workload'
Brexit
Government ditches plan to cut number of MPs from 650 to 600 because 'Brexit will increase their workload'
Plans to reduce the number of MPs from 650 to 600 have been abandoned by the Government.
How did the Exiting the European Union Committee contribute to the wider Brexit process?
Brexit
By Hilary Benn MP
How did the Exiting the European Union Committee contribute to the wider Brexit process?
Hilary Benn MP reflects on the experience of the House of Commons Committee on Exiting the European Union – now the Committee on the Future Relationship with the European Union – which he chairs.
Labour demands ministers use 'Get Ready for Brexit' ad campaign money for coronavirus media blitz
Coronavirus
Labour demands ministers use 'Get Ready for Brexit' ad campaign money for coronavirus media blitz
The Government should use money set aside for its shelved 'Get Ready for Brexit' ad campaign to launch a media blitz aimed at stopping coronavirus panic-buying, according to Labour.
EventsAll
Tackling Homelessness and Rough Sleeping: Developing a Local, Diverse and Multi-Agency Approach
2020
Central London
Tackling Homelessness and Rough Sleeping: Developing a Local, Diverse and Multi-Agency Approach
Social Mobility and the Pupil Premium: Tackling the Attainment Gap
2020
Central London
Social Mobility and the Pupil Premium: Tackling the Attainment Gap
Planning Policy Reforms Under the New Government
2020
Central London
Planning Policy Reforms Under the New Government
Meeting the Challenge of APP Targets: Boosting Student Access, Participation and Outcomes
2020
Central London
Meeting the Challenge of APP Targets: Boosting Student Access, Participation and Outcomes