thedailyexpress--2020-07-13--Brexit LIVE: Boris sends warning shot to Remainers 'Project Fear will NEVER materialise'

`` Actually I do n't think , I never have thought , that the so-called project fear with Brexit would ever materialise in quite the way that some people did .
`` I do think there are big opportunities for this country to do things differently and do things better but obviously we have to get ready for the end of the transition period in December , January and get it done .
`` All we 're saying is there will be changes , people should get ready but there will also be great opportunities for this country . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Government launched a new public information campaign ahead of the end of the Brexit transition period .
`` The UK 's new start : let 's get going '' adverts was launched today on television , radio and online , with information also sent to people via text message .
It is hoped the campaign will help businesses and individuals prepare for the end of the transition period on December 31 when the UK leaves the single market and customs union .
READ MORE : Brexit Withdrawal Agreement will poison UK-EU relations for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` concern '' over Britain 's fisheries as Brexit talks continue between the two sides .
The two sides will reconvene talks this week in pursuit of a deal by the autumn .
Following the conclusion of talks last week , Michel Barnier admitted several areas of divergence still remain .
One of those is the state of the UK ’ s fishing waters outside of the bloc .
“ I want us to regain full control under the international law of our waters .
“ That was very much a demand made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been reiterated ever since.
” Sterling was close to its 200-day moving average of $ 1.27 against the dollar on Monday , last trading down 0.1 percent at $ 1.2603 .
Against the euro , the pound fell 0.5 percent to 89.98 pence , not far its 55-day moving average at 89.30 but failing to break 90 pence .
Boosted by improved risk sentiment and hefty fiscal stimulus recently announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak , the British pound is attracting investor attention , rising nearly 2 percent so far this month .
Nicola @ @ @ @ @ @ @ post-Brexit law would increase support for Scottish independence because it would be a `` full-scale assault on devolution '' .
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon , who continues to use Brexit to push her case to drag Scotland out of the UK , warned plans for Westminster to withhold state aid powers after the nation ’ s exit would be a `` blatant move to erode the powers of the Scottish Parliament '' in a furious tweet .
Ms Sturgeon shared a Financial Times report which suggested the UK Government wants to control @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Brexit transition period .
Ms Sturgeon tweeted : `` Make no mistake , this would be a full-scale assault on devolution - a blatant move to erode the powers of the Scottish Parliament in key areas .
`` If the Tories want to further boost support for independence , this is the way to do it . ''
The EU has rejected reopening the Withdrawal Agreement after a new report warned the pact risked scuppering Britain 's future independence .
The European Commission insisted Boris Johnson would not be able to revisit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ energy on the future relationship talks .
A spokesman said : “ We are not renegotiating the Withdrawal Agreement .
“ The Withdrawal Agreement is already in force and we are now dedicating all of our efforts to agree a new partnership with the United Kingdom.
” Foreign criminals who have been jailed for more than a year could be banned from coming to Britain under the new immigration rules , Government papers confirm .
A policy document setting out more information on the proposed points-based immigration system said : `` A robust @ @ @ @ @ @ @ criminality thresholds for the refusal of entry , permission to remain in the UK , deportation and exclusion , to EU and non-EU citizens , will be taken as part of the Points-Based System . ''
11.55am update : UK to have 'humane and sensible ' immigration system Boris Johnson said the UK will have a `` humane and sensible '' immigration system despite `` taking back control '' after Brexit .
Asked if he thinks there will be enough people coming in to work in the social care system , the Prime @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Do n't forget , one of the amazing things we 've seen in the last few months is actually there are more EU nationals , I 'm proud to say , living and working in this country than we even thought .
`` We 're seeing huge numbers of people registering for their right to remain and that 's great so we have a big , big stock of workers who are helping out in this country who have come from abroad .
`` Although of course we are going to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ controlling our immigration system we 're not going to be simply slamming the gates and stopping anybody anywhere coming into this country .
`` Where people can contribute to this country , where people want to make their lives and do great things for this country , of course we 're going to have a humane and sensible system . ''
BBC News political editor Laura Kuenssberg suffered a furious backlash from Brexiteers on Monday morning as she claimed mobile charges could surge for Britons travelling to the EU post-Brexit .
The BBC @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with higher mobile charges when travelling to the EU post-Brexit , among other bloc benefits the UK could be excluded from comes January 1 .
Laura Kuenssberg told BBC Radio 4 's Today programme : `` There are going to be big changes , we 've already left the EU but we 've been in departure land , the transition period when the status quo is pretty much held .
The statement was promptly lambasted by Brexiteers on Twitter who criticised the BBC editor for her doom-mongering assessment .
Boris Johnson has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his predecessor , Theresa May agreed with the European Union .
In a devastating report by the Centre for Brexit Policy , there are several areas within the agreement which could be problematic for the UK .
With that in mind , Express.co.uk asked readers , “ Should Boris rip up Withdrawal Agreement and demand talks start again ?
” 10.14am update : SNP demand law change so Sturgeon can meddle in post-Brexit trade negotiations Post-Brexit trade agreements would harm Scotland 's political interests as they are not given enough scrutiny , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sturgeon to be handed a say .
SNP demand law change so Nicola Sturgeon can meddle in post-Brexit trade negotiations POST-Brexit trade agreements would harm Scotland 's political interests as they are not given enough scrutiny , the SNP have claimed while appealing for Nicola Sturgeon to be handed a say .
Passport chiefs are warning millions of Britons whose travel documents expire in the next year to apply for a new one straight away as preparations for the end of the Brexit transition period are stepped up .
Officials fear a stampede @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK holidaymakers travelling to popular European destinations from January 1 will need six months validity on their passports .
Around five million UK citizens have passports which are valid for less than 12 months and they are being targeted in a £93 million public information campaign urging them to act now so they can travel in the new year .
Those who do not renew in time will not be able to travel to most EU countries as well as Iceland , Liechtenstein , Norway and Switzerland .
Holidaymakers will also receive fresh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pets abroad as part of the new ad campaign which was launched today .
Sunak is said to be planning to open bidding for towns , cities and regions to become freeports - where UK taxes and tariffs will not apply - in his autumn Budget .
The paper said the ports will be `` fully operational '' within 18 months of the UK leaving the customs union and single market at the end of this year .
But experts said the money could drain investment from other areas and leave areas vulnerable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a campaign group , told the Financial Times it could create “ micro tax havens ” , with potential for tax avoidance and money laundering .
UK stocks jumped 1 percent on Monday as investors bet on a stimulus-led economic revival .
The blue-chip FTSE 100 was up 1.1 percent , with fewer than 10 stocks in the red in early trading , while the mid-cap FTSE 250 added 1.2 percent , led by travel , energy and mining stocks .
It comes as Brexit negotiations come back in to focus with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the December 31 end of the transition period .
8.05am update : Starmer seen as tougher on EU in shock poll showing Labour resurgence Sir Kier Starmer is winning over huge swathes of the British electorate and mounting the kind of serious challenge to Boris Johnson 's Tory Party unthinkable under Jeremy Corbyn , according to a new poll .
he Labour leader was considered more competent than the Prime Minister and , crucially , he was seen as a safer pair of hands to negotiate Britain 's Brexit with the EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the EU the pollsters put Mr Starmer on 4 and Mr Johnson on 2 .
7.52am update : EU leaders to shelve Michel Barnier to force through UK trade deal Brexit egotiations will likely conclude in a `` thin deal '' between the UK and the EU but only after the direct intervention of EU leaders , expert Anan Menon has forecast .
Anand Menon , director of the UK in a Changing Europe think tank , forecast a `` thin deal '' will ultimately be agreed but suggested Michel Barnier will have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU leaders in the negotiations .
Speaking to Channel 4 News , Mr Menon said : `` If you force me to guess , I would say yes , there will be a deal .
`` I think it will come in the autumn .
By the autumn , as the clock is ticking down , as it always seems to do with Brexit , heads of state and government will get involved , then the necessary trade-offs will be made .
`` It ’ s worth bearing in mind , there are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be quite a thin deal that ’ s going to necessitate quite a lot of checks at our borders . ''
7.36am update : 'UK 's new start : let 's get going ' launches `` The UK 's new start : let 's get going '' adverts will be launched by the Government today on television , radio and online , with information also sent to people via text message .
It is part of a new public information campaign ahead of the end of the Brexit transition period .
British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ insurance and taking their pets abroad , while it is hoped the campaign will help businesses and individuals prepare for the end of the transition period on December 31 when the UK leaves the single market and customs union .
Adverts will carry a `` Check , Change , Go '' strapline and direct people and businesses to a checker tool on the Government 's website to show them what next steps they need to take .
Businesses will also be able to contact a `` field force team '' for one-to-one support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ declare Brexit Britain is `` open for business '' and ready to accept the `` brightest global talent '' when she unveils more details on the UK 's points-based immigration system .
The Home Secretary is set to release details on Monday about how the new system , which will come into effect on January 1 2021 after freedom of movement ends when Britain finally leaves the EU , will operate .
It is designed to cut the number of low-skilled migrants entering Britain from the beginning of next year , but aims @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to get UK visas .
People who want to live and work in the UK will need to gain 70 points to be eligible to apply for a visa .
Points will be awarded for key requirements like being able to speak English to a certain level , having a job offer from an approved employer and meeting a minimum salary threshold .
A health and care visa will provide a route for key health professionals to work in the UK , while a graduate route will allow international students to stay in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after completing their studies .
Ms Patel said : `` The British people voted to take back control of our borders and introduce a new points-based immigration system .
`` Now we have left the EU , we are free to unleash this country 's full potential and implement the changes we need to restore trust in the immigration system and deliver a new fairer , firmer , skills-led system from 1 January 2021 .
`` Britain is open for business and ready to welcome the best and brightest global talent . ''

Brexit: Coveney says UK 'must follow through on commitments'
Mr Coveney lamented the slow progress in negotiations, describing them as "frustrating". He also said negotiators from Brussels are being consistent with the political declaration signed with the EU six months ago. Ireland's Foreign Affairs Minister said: "There's been four rounds of negotiations to date and really very little progress and quite a lot of frustration.
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"We will attempt to agree a future relationship agreement that had a basic free trade agreement, but with that there needs to be a level playing field provision, there needed to be a governance arrangement that could monitor and deal with disputes, should they happen. "And that we would have a fisheries agreement with that also, along with an attempt to try and agree a series of agreements in a whole range of areas including data, financial services, transport, to aviation to policing and security co-operation, to climate to environment. "There are more discussions happening this week and we hope the UK will adapt its approach to the commitment that they gave in the political declaration that they have moved away from since these negotiations began so we can try to put the pieces of this agreement in place. "Hopefully by the end of September or October to ensure we avoid the consequences of a no-deal trade Brexit which would be an enormous act of self-harm, but also an extraordinary failing of politics if we were, at the start of next year, trading on the basis of WTO regulations which would include tariffs on certain products." FOLLOW EXPRESS.CO.UK BELOW FOR LIVE BREXIT UPDATES
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6:22 am update: EU to punish low tax member states as anti-competitive Brussles is planning a huge legal crackdown on low-tax member states over their corporate tax regimes as the EU toughens its approach on tax deals. The crackdown would amount to an unprecedented legal assault, as the European Commission explores ways to trigger an unused treaty instrument to use to their advantage. 2.22am update: Northern Ireland MP's claim to be left in the dark over post-Brexit trade agreements A group of MPs has claimed businesses in Northern Ireland have been “left in the dark” by the government's post-Brexit trading arrangements. The Northern Ireland Affairs Committee condemned the government for leaving businesses ill-prepared for the end of the Brexit transition period on December 31. The committee's findings come after members conducted an inquiry into the Northern Ireland Protocol – the element of the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement that will see Northern Ireland operate under different trading rules to the rest of the UK. 12.33am update: Angela Merkel warns bridges still need to be built - ' I don't know whether we will reach an agreement' German Chancellor Angela Merkel has warned bridges still need to be built between EU countries as they argue over a massive stimulus package to rebuild economies after the coronavirus crisis. “I don't know whether we will reach an agreement,” Merkel said, speaking of the two-day meeting in Brussels where leaders are expected to debate a massive package of debt mutualization, grants, aid and loans. “It needs to be an extraordinary effort that shows Europe wants to stand together at this difficult time. This has a political dimension that goes beyond the number. I don't know whether one meeting will be enough or whether we will need to meet a second time before the end of the summer,” Merkel added.
Boris Johnson has launched a UK's new start: let's get going' campaign blitz
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10.50pm update: Brussels fears ‘inevitable disruptions’ will engulf bloc The EU is preparing for "inevitable disruptions" as concerns over a hard Brexit deal are raised throughout Brussels. According to reports, the EU is updating its emergency plans for a hard Brexit outcome due to the lack of progress on both sides. The chairman of the European Parliament’s Trade Committee, Bernd Lange, told Force: “Unfortunately, we still don’t know what exactly the British Government has in mind. “There is constantly something new - sometimes it is an agreement in the style of an EU-Australia agreement that does not exist, sometimes it is an agreement like CETA with Canada, but which wouldn’t account for out previous relationship.” 9.20pm update: EU stubbornness on fishing hints at future trade deal threat Brexiteer Ben Habib warned the UK and EU are not making enough progress in the Brexit trade talks and fishing continues to remain a divisive issue. The Former Brexit Party MEP claimed the EU was not giving enough ground in the Brexit trade talks, especially on the issue of fishing. During an interview with Express.co.uk, Mr Habib said he was cautious of the end of year Brexit deadline due to the current Brexit attitude from the EU on deadlines. He claimed Brussels is willing to make some concessions on fishing but not enough to secure a deal, noting this was the EU's attitude throughout the talks and made him sceptical of the final trade deal deadline. 8pm update: Ireland's Coveney warns no deal would be 'enormous act of self-harm' Ireland's Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney has warned a Brexit without a trade deal in place between the UK and EU would be an "enormous act of self-harm" and "extraordinary failing of politics". He said: "There's been four rounds of negotiations to date and really very little progress and quite a lot of frustration. "We will attempt to agree a future relationship agreement that had a basic free trade agreement, but with that there needs to be a level playing field provision, there needed to be a governance arrangement that could monitor and deal with disputes, should they happen. "And that we would have a fisheries agreement with that also, along with an attempt to try and agree a series of agreements in a whole range of areas including data, financial services, transport, to aviation to policing and security co-operation, to climate to environment. "There are more discussions happening this week and we hope the UK will adapt its approach to the commitment that they gave in the political declaration that they have moved away from since these negotiations began so we can try to put the pieces of this agreement in place. "Hopefully by the end of September or October to ensure we avoid the consequences of a no-deal trade Brexit which would be an enormous act of self-harm, but also an extraordinary failing of politics if we were, at the start of next year, trading on the basis of WTO regulations which would include tariffs on certain products." DON'T MISS
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7pm update: 'Timetable is tight' Government warned on 'huge shake-up' of immigration rules Business leaders have warned the timetable is "tight" on the "huge shake-up" of immigration rules. Neil Carberry, chief executive of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), "With less than six months before the new immigration system comes into effect, there are big questions to answer. "With challenges from Covid-19 and the Brexit deal, can it be delivered effectively? This is a huge shake-up of the rules and the timetable is tight. "Businesses need an efficient and clear system from day one, including compliance measures that ensure those who play by the rules prosper. "Firms will worry about whether the new system is flexible enough to meet future demand. While the troubling economic situation means candidate availability is higher right now, there is no quick fix to the skills shortages affecting sectors like construction, IT, and health and social care. "Getting immigration and skills policy right to address these needs is crucial for our economic recovery. "Businesses need an immigration system they can navigate easily. In the next year, businesses will have to steer through the pandemic, IR35 tax changes, and prepare for how the future EU relationship will affect their ability to work abroad. "For Government to pass the test being 'open for business', we need deeds - not words - in these key areas." 6.30pm update: Government considering several sites for post-Brexit checks Michael Gove said the Government is looking at several sites in southern England to process post-Brexit checks on lorries ferrying goods to the EU. He said: "It is not the case that any specific site has been absolutely confirmed. "We're in commercial negotiations with a number of sites, and as and when they are confirmed, I will let him know," Gove told parliament after one lawmaker representing a part of the Kent region asked about reports of a lorry park." 6pm update: Gove insists all border systems will be in place by end of transition period He told the House of Commons: "It is the case that the GVMS (Goods Vehicle Movement Service) is going to be in place, as all systems are, so that we can have a fully operational border and it is of course the case that the additional infrastructure of the £705 million we've announced will ensure that it is in place on time. "That additional infrastructure is there specifically in order to ensure that when vehicles arrive in Calais that they have passed through all the necessary checks and then they can proceed smoothly to market."
Boris Johnson: Brexit will bring ‘great opportunities’ for UK
5.30pm update: SNP minister makes fresh Scottish independence threat Pete Wishart warned "we fully intend to get going, going from the disastrous Brexit Britain". He said: "Here we are, the end game of the disastrous and torturous Brexit, all summed up neatly in a not too catchy slogan of let's get going. Dominic Cummings must have been up all night thinking of that one. "We are now to have an economic downturn precipitated by Covid, compounded by their hard Brexit. It doesn't matter the chaos that Brexit will bring, it doesn't matter the damage it will inflict on the economy, the decimation of key sectors, the chaos at borders...all of this supremely inconsequential for all of these anti-EU obsessives. "Let's get going says the Chancellor of the Duchy and we in Scotland intend to take him exactly at his word. Maybe not quite in the way that he intended because we fully intend to get going, going from the disastrous Brexit Britain." "We won't be participating in this new UK single market, making it work or implementing it. The only thing we'll be doing with it is using it as a recruiting sergeant for more people to independence." Mr Gove hit back: "It is the case that there are more than 100 powers that return to the Scottish Parliament as a result of our leaving the EU. Far from being a power grab, it is a power surge for all of the parliaments of the UK." 5.20pm update: Labour MP makes boxing comparison in relation to challenges facing UK with Brexit Barry Sheerman said: "My view is we're heading for a disaster. And what does (Michael Gove) say to a leading businessman in my constituency (who) said we're staggering because of coronavirus, like coming out of the ring having gone 15 rounds with Anthony Joshua only to find, as we leave this chaos of leaving Europe, we've got Tyson Fury for another 15. "Is it fair to do this to our great British public?" Mr Gove replied: "Seconds out, round one, I'm tempted to reply." "I think it's important of course to be aware of the challenges, but also the opportunities." 5.15pm update: Gove insists progress is being made between UK and EU on deal Michael Gove told MPs in the House of Commons "it is the case that progress has been made" on a post-Brexit trade deal between the UK and EU. But he warned there are "significant differences between ourselves and the European Union". The Cabinet Office minister said it was "significant and welcome" the EU has conceded it would no longer be appropriate for them to have an office in Northern Ireland. He added this was "an example of the flexibility which I know Michel Barnier and others are applying in the broader negotiations".
Brexit latest: Michael Gove hailed the 'next chapter in our history as fully independent UK'
5.10pm update: Labour issues fresh warning to Government on Brexit Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Rachel Reeves said: "What reassurance can the minister provide that the commitments made in the Government's command paper on Northern Ireland will be fully honoured?" "It is all very well announcing a multimillion-pound advertising campaign, but if (Mr Gove) can't persuade his bestest friend in Cabinet that everything is going according to plan then it is hardly surprising that the country is anxious and confused. "A month ago the Prime Minister said that there was no reason a deal could not be reached by the end of this month. Can the minister update us as to where we are in terms of being on track to meet that deadline with a deal agreed in the next fortnight?" She added: "The best way to help all businesses to prepare is of course to agree a deal with the European Union on the terms we were told to expect - that means no fees, charges, tariffs or quantitative restrictions across all sectors. "It does not mean, as we had in the statement today, customs, physical checks, export declarations, a commodity code, economic operator restrictions and identification and it certainly doesn't mean a living document with guidance that changes day by day." 4.57pm update: Government does not want to build lorry park in Dover - Gove The Government has no plans to build a new lorry park in Dover, and would create infrastructure away from ports and instead inland, Michael Gove has insisted. Britain will likely need new infrastructure in place to process additional checks of lorries ferrying goods across the Channel into the EU following the end of the transition period on December 31. The Cabinet Office Minister asked by the Labour Party about new infrastructure at the port of Dover. He replied: "She asked about infrastructure at EU-facing ports: I should stress that there are no plans to build a new lorry park at Dover."
Brexit latest: Rachel Reeves issued a series of warnings over Britain's departure from the EU
4.45pm update: Gove attacked over leaked letter that 'presents a picture of chaos' Last week, Boris Johnson's Brexit border plans were torn apart by a senior Cabinet minister, warning they could break international trading rules, risk the UK's international credibility, and lead to smuggling from the European Union. In a leaked letter seen by Business Insider, International Trade Secretary Liz Truss has written to Chancellor Rishi Sunak and Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove, expressing our "key areas of concerns" about the Government's plans to leave EU trading and custom rules this year. She raised concerns about the legality of the UK's plan for a phased approach on border checks on goods coming from the EU from January to July. Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Rachel Reeves told the House of Commons: "It is vital that businesses and jobs are supported and that the oven ready deal that the country was promised is delivered upon this year, and yet frankly, many of us are worried about whether the oven was even turned on. "There have been alarm bells ringing within the Cabinet this last week expressed by the Trade Secretary in her extraordinary letter to (Mr Gove) and to the Chancellor of the Exchequer written on 8 July. "The letter presents a picture of chaos, complacency and confusion right at the top of Government." She added: "Can the minister give the country and indeed his Cabinet colleague reassurance by publishing all relevant delivery plans, land purchases and rental agreements with time scales and risks and not just for the port of Dover. "The Labour Party want to see British firms exporting, we do not want to see their goods stuck at ports or indeed in lorry parks." 4.40pm update: Hundreds of millions being spent in preparing border systems Michael Gove said More than £700 million will be spent on building new infrastructure, hiring staff and developing technology to ensure the UK's border systems are fully operational when the transition period ends on December 31. This huge package includes £235 million for staffing and IT systems, and £470 million for port and inland infrastructure to ensure compliance with new customs procedures and controls. 4.35pm update: Michael Gove tells businesses to be ready for UK becoming an independent trading nation The UK Government has insisted the country will have the "most secure" border in the world by 2025. Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove urged companies to be ready for the UK becoming an independent trading nation for the first time in nearly half a century when the transition period ends on December 31. He said in the House of Commons: "The publication of the border operating model is an important step which gives business the certainty and direction they need to prepare for the end of the transition period when the UK becomes an independent trading nation for the first time in nearly 50 years. "We are committed to working closely with businesses and the border industry to help deliver not just a fully operational border at the end of the transition period, but also the world's most effective and secure border in the world by 2025."
Priti Patel outlines 'firmer and fairer' immigration bill
4.30pm update: Gove hails 'next chapter in our history as fully independent UK' Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove, making a statement to the Commons, told MPs: "From January 1 2021 we will embark on the next chapter in our history as a fully independent United Kingdom. "With control of our economy we can continue to put in place the right measures for Covid recovery. With control over the money we sent to Brussels we can spend it on our priorities, investing in the NHS, spreading opportunity more equally across the UK and strengthening our union." "Regardless of the outcome of the negotiations with the EU over our future relationship, whether or not we have a Canada-style deal or an Australian model, we will be leaving the single market and the customs union." 3.58pm update: 'Embarrassing shambles' Government savaged for excluding social care workers from immigration rules The Government has come under attack for excluding social care workers from its new immigration rules. It was announced earlier on Monday that a health and care visa will provide a visa route for key health professionals to work in the UK - but this will not include social care workers. Rehana Azam, national secretary of trade union GMB, said: "The Government's new immigration rules are descending into an embarrassing shambles and make no consideration or acknowledgement of the vital job care workers have been doing these past few months." Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said: "Undermining these sectors will make it even harder to look after our elderly relatives and resolve the ongoing pressures within our NHS and social care system," he said. "Instead of recognising the hugely positive impact that immigration has had on London and the UK's economy and communities, the Government is pulling up the drawbridge to much of the talent we continue to need as a city and a country."
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3.20pm update: Government hails Britain's new post-Brexit immigration system The UK Government has announced a new post-Brexit immigration system that it said will provide faster and cheaper visas for skilled health and social care workers, while also setting out details of the points-based system that will come into effect in January. This immigration system will apply to skilled workers and will end the free movement of labour between Britain and the EU following Brexit. The NHS, which employs more than 1.2 million people, relies on labour from both the EU and other countries. The government has now outlined a new "Health and Care Visa" which will lower fees, cut application times and provide greater support for eligible applicants who will work in the health service, social care or supporting companies. The new immigration system will most require any worker from overseas to have a job offer, sufficiently high qualifications and spoken English. International students completing undergraduate or masters degrees will also be able to stay in Britain for two years, while those completing a PhD will be able to stay for three years. 3.10pm update: Boris Johnson tells UK to 'get ready' for the end of the transition period The Prime Minister was asked about Brexit possibly pushing up costs. He responded: "I think one of the amazing things about the last few months, the whole Covid crisis, is I think it's put all those questions very much into perspective "Actually I don't think, I never have thought, that the so-called project fear with Brexit would ever materialise in quite the way that some people did. "I do think there are big opportunities for this country to do things differently and do things better but obviously we have to get ready for the end of the transition period in December, January and get it done. "All we're saying is there will be changes, people should get ready but there will also be great opportunities for this country."
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Paul Withers taking over live reporting from Rebecca Perring. 2.40pm update: Brexit travel rule could see your holidays cancelled
Britons are being issued with new travel advice from the government ahead of the end of the Brexit transition period. Holidaymakers are now being told to check their passport is valid for the required period, ensure they have an adequate travel insurance policy, and make sure they understand their phone provider's overseas data policy. Additionally, those who are traveling with pets should contact their vet at least four months before their departure date.
Boris Johnson has said Brexit will bring 'great opportunities'
2.05pm update: Nigel Farage admits HUGE ‘concern’ over Britain’s waters Nigel Farage has admitted his huge "concern" over Britain's fisheries as Brexit talks continue between the two sides. The two sides will reconvene talks this week in pursuit of a deal by the autumn. Following the conclusion of talks last week, Michel Barnier admitted several areas of divergence still remain. One of those is the state of the UK’s fishing waters outside of the bloc. Speaking to Express.co.uk, Mr Farage said: “I’m concerned. “I want us to regain full control under the international law of our waters. “That was very much a demand made in the referendum campaign and that has been reiterated ever since.” 1.25pm update: Pound Sterling falls Sterling was close to its 200-day moving average of $1.27 against the dollar on Monday, last trading down 0.1 percent at $1.2603. Against the euro, the pound fell 0.5 percent to 89.98 pence , not far its 55-day moving average at 89.30 but failing to break 90 pence. Boosted by improved risk sentiment and hefty fiscal stimulus recently announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak, the British pound is attracting investor attention, rising nearly 2 percent so far this month. 1.11pm update: Sturgeon brags post-Brexit law will trigger Scottish independence in furious tweet Nicola Sturgeon has bragged plans for a major post-Brexit law would increase support for Scottish independence because it would be a "full-scale assault on devolution". Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who continues to use Brexit to push her case to drag Scotland out of the UK, warned plans for Westminster to withhold state aid powers after the nation’s exit would be a "blatant move to erode the powers of the Scottish Parliament" in a furious tweet. Ms Sturgeon shared a Financial Times report which suggested the UK Government wants to control state aid policies at the end of the Brexit transition period. Ms Sturgeon tweeted: "Make no mistake, this would be a full-scale assault on devolution - a blatant move to erode the powers of the Scottish Parliament in key areas. "If the Tories want to further boost support for independence, this is the way to do it."
Anti-Brexit campaigners rally
Remainers call for the transition period to be extended
12.42pm update: Barnier refuses to tear up Theresa May's withdrawal agreement The EU has rejected reopening the Withdrawal Agreement after a new report warned the pact risked scuppering Britain's future independence. The European Commission insisted Boris Johnson would not be able to revisit the divorcee deal and should focus his energy on the future relationship talks. A spokesman said: “We are not renegotiating the Withdrawal Agreement. “The Withdrawal Agreement is already in force and we are now dedicating all of our efforts to agree a new partnership with the United Kingdom.” 12.21pm update: Post-Brexit immigration plans confirmed Foreign criminals who have been jailed for more than a year could be banned from coming to Britain under the new immigration rules, Government papers confirm. A policy document setting out more information on the proposed points-based immigration system said: "A robust and consistent approach to applying the UK criminality thresholds for the refusal of entry, permission to remain in the UK, deportation and exclusion, to EU and non-EU citizens, will be taken as part of the Points-Based System." 11.55am update: UK to have 'humane and sensible' immigration system Boris Johnson said the UK will have a "humane and sensible" immigration system despite "taking back control" after Brexit. Asked if he thinks there will be enough people coming in to work in the social care system, the Prime Minister told reporters: "I do. "Don't forget, one of the amazing things we've seen in the last few months is actually there are more EU nationals, I'm proud to say, living and working in this country than we even thought. "We're seeing huge numbers of people registering for their right to remain and that's great so we have a big, big stock of workers who are helping out in this country who have come from abroad. "Although of course we are going to be taking back control and we are controlling our immigration system we're not going to be simply slamming the gates and stopping anybody anywhere coming into this country. "Where people can contribute to this country, where people want to make their lives and do great things for this country, of course we're going to have a humane and sensible system."
Boris Johnson sent a warning to Remainers
Boris Johnson has hailed Brexit as a 'great opportunity'
11.20am update: BBC Laura Kuenssberg's claim mobile charges will surge post-Brexit dismantled BBC News political editor Laura Kuenssberg suffered a furious backlash from Brexiteers on Monday morning as she claimed mobile charges could surge for Britons travelling to the EU post-Brexit. The BBC political editor claimed Britons could be faced with higher mobile charges when travelling to the EU post-Brexit, among other bloc benefits the UK could be excluded from comes January 1. Laura Kuenssberg told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "There are going to be big changes, we've already left the EU but we've been in departure land, the transition period when the status quo is pretty much held. The statement was promptly lambasted by Brexiteers on Twitter who criticised the BBC editor for her doom-mongering assessment. 10.55am update: Boris ordered to tear up WA Boris Johnson has been ordered to tear up the withdrawal agreement his predecessor, Theresa May agreed with the European Union. In a devastating report by the Centre for Brexit Policy, there are several areas within the agreement which could be problematic for the UK. With that in mind, Express.co.uk asked readers, “Should Boris rip up Withdrawal Agreement and demand talks start again?” 10.14am update: SNP demand law change so Sturgeon can meddle in post-Brexit trade negotiations Post-Brexit trade agreements would harm Scotland's political interests as they are not given enough scrutiny, the SNP have claimed while appealing for Nicola Sturgeon to be handed a say. SNP demand law change so Nicola Sturgeon can meddle in post-Brexit trade negotiations POST-Brexit trade agreements would harm Scotland's political interests as they are not given enough scrutiny, the SNP have claimed while appealing for Nicola Sturgeon to be handed a say.
Brexit talks are ongoing
Michel Barnier has been in London for Brexit talks
9.27am update: Britons asked to check passports ahead of Brexit transition period Passport chiefs are warning millions of Britons whose travel documents expire in the next year to apply for a new one straight away as preparations for the end of the Brexit transition period are stepped up. Officials fear a stampede of renewal applications early next year as UK holidaymakers travelling to popular European destinations from January 1 will need six months validity on their passports. Around five million UK citizens have passports which are valid for less than 12 months and they are being targeted in a £93 million public information campaign urging them to act now so they can travel in the new year. Those who do not renew in time will not be able to travel to most EU countries as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. Holidaymakers will also receive fresh guidance on travel insurance and taking their pets abroad as part of the new ad campaign which was launched today. 9.01am update: Warning over freeports Sunak is said to be planning to open bidding for towns, cities and regions to become freeports - where UK taxes and tariffs will not apply - in his autumn Budget. The paper said the ports will be "fully operational" within 18 months of the UK leaving the customs union and single market at the end of this year. But experts said the money could drain investment from other areas and leave areas vulnerable to money laundering. Tax Justice UK, a campaign group, told the Financial Times it could create “micro tax havens”, with potential for tax avoidance and money laundering. 8.45am update: FTSE 100 jumps UK stocks jumped 1 percent on Monday as investors bet on a stimulus-led economic revival. The blue-chip FTSE 100 was up 1.1 percent, with fewer than 10 stocks in the red in early trading, while the mid-cap FTSE 250 added 1.2 percent, led by travel, energy and mining stocks. It comes as Brexit negotiations come back in to focus with Britain urging businesses and individuals to prepare for the December 31 end of the transition period.
David Frost is in charge of the UK's Brexit proceedings
David Frost in Brussels for Brexit talks
8.05am update: Starmer seen as tougher on EU in shock poll showing Labour resurgence Sir Kier Starmer is winning over huge swathes of the British electorate and mounting the kind of serious challenge to Boris Johnson's Tory Party unthinkable under Jeremy Corbyn, according to a new poll.
he Labour leader was considered more competent than the Prime Minister and, crucially, he was seen as a safer pair of hands to negotiate Britain's Brexit with the EU. And on ability to negotiate with the EU the pollsters put Mr Starmer on 4 and Mr Johnson on 2. 7.52am update: EU leaders to shelve Michel Barnier to force through UK trade deal Brexit egotiations will likely conclude in a "thin deal" between the UK and the EU but only after the direct intervention of EU leaders, expert Anan Menon has forecast. Anand Menon, director of the UK in a Changing Europe think tank, forecast a "thin deal" will ultimately be agreed but suggested Michel Barnier will have to contend with the direct intervention of EU leaders in the negotiations. Speaking to Channel 4 News, Mr Menon said: "If you force me to guess, I would say yes, there will be a deal. "I think it will come in the autumn. By the autumn, as the clock is ticking down, as it always seems to do with Brexit, heads of state and government will get involved, then the necessary trade-offs will be made. "It’s worth bearing in mind, there are deals and deals, and this promises to be quite a thin deal that’s going to necessitate quite a lot of checks at our borders."
7.36am update: 'UK's new start: let's get going' launches "The UK's new start: let's get going" adverts will be launched by the Government today on television, radio and online, with information also sent to people via text message. It is part of a new public information campaign ahead of the end of the Brexit transition period. British holidaymakers will be given guidance on travel insurance and taking their pets abroad, while it is hoped the campaign will help businesses and individuals prepare for the end of the transition period on December 31 when the UK leaves the single market and customs union. Adverts will carry a "Check, Change, Go" strapline and direct people and businesses to a checker tool on the Government's website to show them what next steps they need to take. Businesses will also be able to contact a "field force team" for one-to-one support over the phone.


thedailyexpress--2020-07-13--SNP demand law change so Nicola Sturgeon can meddle in post-Brexit trade negotiations

Mike Russell MSP , Scotland ’ s constitution secretary wants the law to be changed so that the role of devolved government in trade talks after the Brexit transition period will be enshrined in law .
At the same time , Mr Russell said that a post-Brexit UK-wide internal market will put Scotland and Wales on a collision course with Westminster when support for Scottish independence sits at 54 per cent .
Mr Russell said these plans could lead to legal action as Nicola Sturgeon ’ s administration claim it would undermine devolution .
A House of Lords report seen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ revealed that trade agreements with the US , Japan , Australia and New Zealand may not always meet the “ interests and competencies of devolved nations ” .
The Committee , which is led by Lord Goldsmith , recommended that reforms were needed to extend the 21-day scrutiny timetable in place under the Constitutional Reform and Governance Act 2010 .
It added that international agreements can often “ impinge ” on the interests and competencies of devolved nations .
Referring to Brexit discussions , the report said : “ One of the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s scrutiny of Brexit-related agreements was the level of engagement with the devolved administrations in Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland .
“ Initially there were concerns that the devolved administrations were not consulted until very late in the process , sometimes when agreements had already been signed.
” In the report , Colin Murray , from UK in a Changing Europe and Dr Claire Rice from the ESRC Governance after Brexit project argued that Brexit “ has exposed the degree to which the UK ’ s governance order is not as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suggests ” .
They contended it “ overlooks the engagement of devolved institutions in Northern Ireland , Scotland and Wales with other countries and international bodies ” .
READ MORE : Brexit delay : SNP demands Boris agree to EU 's six month extension They concluded that the “ devolved administrations are free to diverge on policy within their areas of competence to reflect localised necessity ” pointing out that “ Westminster is thus not the centre of legislative authority in the UK ; it is one of several.
” Going forward , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ engage closely ” with the Welsh and Scottish Parliaments and the Northern Ireland Assembly in scrutinising the negotiation and agreement of future treaties .
Lord Goldsmith , chairman of the House of Lords Commitee , said : “ We reiterate the importance of working closely with the devolved administrations and legislatures to understand how agreements will affect people and businesses.
” Meanwhile , plans to legislate for a UK internal market post-Brexit are expected to be released by the Commons this month .
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Secondly , a “ mutual recognition regime ” would require regulatory standards in one part of the UK to be automatically accepted in others .
This would mean that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unable to reject UK government decisions .
However , the SNP led Scottish government believes would have jeopardised Scotland-only initiatives such as free university tuition , minimum unit pricing for alcohol or the introduction of a smoking ban before the rest of the UK .
Mr Russell added : “ This group don ’ t believe , in the era of Brexit , that they should be sharing power with anyone , some of them are senior ministers .
“ They certainly don ’ t believe that there is any right for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to operate.
” This morning , a UK government spokesman told Express.co.uk stressed that the role of Trade was reserved to Westminster stressing it was the role of Scottish MPs from “ all parties to question , challenge and vote on trade policy.
” The spokesman added : “ In all trade talks we will drive a hard bargain for the UK .
We will be prepared to walk away if it is in our country ’ s interests .
”

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Mike Russell MSP, Scotland’s constitution secretary wants the law to be changed so that the role of devolved government in trade talks after the Brexit transition period will be enshrined in law. At the same time, Mr Russell said that a post-Brexit UK-wide internal market will put Scotland and Wales on a collision course with Westminster when support for Scottish independence sits at 54 per cent.
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Mr Russell said these plans could lead to legal action as Nicola Sturgeon’s administration claim it would undermine devolution. A House of Lords report seen by Express.co.uk from the International Agreements Sub-Committee revealed that trade agreements with the US, Japan, Australia and New Zealand may not always meet the “interests and competencies of devolved nations”. The Committee, which is led by Lord Goldsmith, recommended that reforms were needed to extend the 21-day scrutiny timetable in place under the Constitutional Reform and Governance Act 2010. It added that international agreements can often “impinge” on the interests and competencies of devolved nations.
Devolved nations are concerned about their political interests
Boris Johnson has declined a Brexit extension
Referring to Brexit discussions, the report said: “One of the most significant issues identified during the EU Committee’s scrutiny of Brexit-related agreements was the level of engagement with the devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. “Initially there were concerns that the devolved administrations were not consulted until very late in the process, sometimes when agreements had already been signed.” In the report, Colin Murray, from UK in a Changing Europe and Dr Claire Rice from the ESRC Governance after Brexit project argued that Brexit “has exposed the degree to which the UK’s governance order is not as unitary as the doctrine of parliamentary sovereignty suggests”. They contended it “overlooks the engagement of devolved institutions in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales with other countries and international bodies”. READ MORE: Brexit delay: SNP demands Boris agree to EU's six month extension
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Scotland is concerned about a power grab from Westminster
They concluded that the “devolved administrations are free to diverge on policy within their areas of competence to reflect localised necessity” pointing out that “Westminster is thus not the centre of legislative authority in the UK; it is one of several.” Going forward, it was made clear that Westminster committees “engage closely” with the Welsh and Scottish Parliaments and the Northern Ireland Assembly in scrutinising the negotiation and agreement of future treaties. Lord Goldsmith, chairman of the House of Lords Commitee, said: “We reiterate the importance of working closely with the devolved administrations and legislatures to understand how agreements will affect people and businesses.” Meanwhile, plans to legislate for a UK internal market post-Brexit are expected to be released by the Commons this month. DON'T MISS:
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Mark Drakeford has also raised concerns about an internal market
These will consist of two components which could undermine devolution and include an unelected oversight body which would hold any new legislation passed by the devolved administration to a “market impact test”. Secondly, a “mutual recognition regime” would require regulatory standards in one part of the UK to be automatically accepted in others. This would mean that Holyrood and other devolved governments would be unable to reject UK government decisions. However, the SNP led Scottish government believes would have jeopardised Scotland-only initiatives such as free university tuition, minimum unit pricing for alcohol or the introduction of a smoking ban before the rest of the UK.
Northern Ireland FM's Arlene Foster and Michelle O'Neill
Mr Russell added: “This group don’t believe, in the era of Brexit, that they should be sharing power with anyone, some of them are senior ministers. “They certainly don’t believe that there is any right for the Scottish parliament, or Welsh assembly, to operate.” This morning, a UK government spokesman told Express.co.uk stressed that the role of Trade was reserved to Westminster stressing it was the role of Scottish MPs from “all parties to question, challenge and vote on trade policy.” The spokesman added: “In all trade talks we will drive a hard bargain for the UK. We will be prepared to walk away if it is in our country’s interests.”
Devolved nations are calling for a say in any post-Brexit deals


thedailyexpress--2020-07-13--Brexit Withdrawal Agreement will poison UK-EU relations for years – it must be scrapped

The Withdrawal Agreement is a treaty between the European Union , Euratom , and the United Kingdom that outlines the terms of the withdrawal of the UK from the EU and Euratom .
The treaty was published on October 17 2019 after an earlier version of the withdrawal agreement was rejected by the House of Commons on three occasions .
The Withdrawal Agreement outlines a transition period set to last until at least December , 31 2020 .
During that period , the UK will remain in the single market , in order to ensure unproblematic trade until a long-term @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , John Longworth , who is director general of pro-Brexit think tank the Centre for Brexit Policy , said : “ The referendum campaign was fought by Leavers above all else on the issue of sovereignty .
“ Taking control of our laws , borders and money was central to why the people of Britain voted to leave the EU .
Nothing could be clearer.
” He added : “ It is therefore a major scandal that the Remain establishment and the UK parliament did everything possible to undermine the will of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as could be .
“ The Remainers will always be shamed for shackling the country to a poison pill : the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement .
“ Alongside the declaration on a future relationship , the Withdrawal Agreement remains to contaminate our opportunities and our relations with the EU for decades to come — our future as a nation .
“ So toxic is the agreement that it would be quite legitimate in international law to repudiate the treaty , and that is exactly what the UK government should do if the EU refuses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : China releases poll claiming Hong Kong is in favour of new law But according to new analysis from the Centre for Brexit Policy , the UK ’ s could incur £180 billion in payments to the EU in the coming years .
Mr Longworth wrote : “ Part of that is because the Germans have for the first time agreed to major contributions to support Club Med countries through the coronavirus crisis using EU cohesion funds and via the European Investment Bank while Britain is still very much on the hook for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that Germany — a country that had its national debt written off after World War II , was given free money to regenerate and paid limited reparations for the most savage war it could wage — should now seek what amounts to reparations from the UK for having the audacity to want to break free of the Teutonic chains .
“ Would France secede Corsica to Italy ?
Would Germany give back the Pomerania region to Sweden ? ''
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“ The price we must pay for retaining Northern Ireland is the continuation of EU control over Britain ’ s tax , regional and industrial policy through the mechanism of so-called state aid rules .
“ Furthermore , we forego jurisdiction as this continues to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Justice.
” And the analysis also reveals how the EU will influence the Withdrawal Agreement .
Mr Longworth wrote : “ Even with a trade border down the Irish Sea , our analysis shows how the EU will leverage the Withdrawal Agreement to maintain power and control over our future prosperity .
It must not be so .

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The Withdrawal Agreement is a treaty between the European Union, Euratom, and the United Kingdom that outlines the terms of the withdrawal of the UK from the EU and Euratom. The treaty was published on October 17 2019 after an earlier version of the withdrawal agreement was rejected by the House of Commons on three occasions.
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The Withdrawal Agreement outlines a transition period set to last until at least December, 31 2020.
During that period, the UK will remain in the single market, in order to ensure unproblematic trade until a long-term relationship is agreed.
Writing for POLITICO, John Longworth, who is director general of pro-Brexit think tank the Centre for Brexit Policy, said: “The referendum campaign was fought by Leavers above all else on the issue of sovereignty.
“Taking control of our laws, borders and money was central to why the people of Britain voted to leave the EU. Nothing could be clearer.”
Brexit Withdrawal Agreement will poison UK-EU relations for years
He added: “It is therefore a major scandal that the Remain establishment and the UK parliament did everything possible to undermine the will of the people and to make leaving as painful as could be.
“The Remainers will always be shamed for shackling the country to a poison pill: the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement.
“Alongside the declaration on a future relationship, the Withdrawal Agreement remains to contaminate our opportunities and our relations with the EU for decades to come — our future as a nation.
“So toxic is the agreement that it would be quite legitimate in international law to repudiate the treaty, and that is exactly what the UK government should do if the EU refuses to adjust its implications.” READ MORE: China releases poll claiming Hong Kong is in favour of new law
John Longworth is director general of pro-Brexit think tank the Centre for Brexit Policy
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But according to new analysis from the Centre for Brexit Policy, the UK’s could incur £180 billion in payments to the EU in the coming years.
Mr Longworth wrote: “Part of that is because the Germans have for the first time agreed to major contributions to support Club Med countries through the coronavirus crisis using EU cohesion funds and via the European Investment Bank while Britain is still very much on the hook for the bill.
“It is outrageous that Germany — a country that had its national debt written off after World War II, was given free money to regenerate and paid limited reparations for the most savage war it could wage — should now seek what amounts to reparations from the UK for having the audacity to want to break free of the Teutonic chains. “Would France secede Corsica to Italy? Would Germany give back the Pomerania region to Sweden?"
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The Withdrawal Agreement outlines a transition period set to last until at least December, 31 2020
The former director general of the British Chambers of Commerce added: “And the poison goes further than money.
“The price we must pay for retaining Northern Ireland is the continuation of EU control over Britain’s tax, regional and industrial policy through the mechanism of so-called state aid rules.
“Furthermore, we forego jurisdiction as this continues to be the domain of the European Court of Justice.”
And the analysis also reveals how the EU will influence the Withdrawal Agreement.
Mr Longworth wrote: “Even with a trade border down the Irish Sea, our analysis shows how the EU will leverage the Withdrawal Agreement to maintain power and control over our future prosperity. It must not be so.
The Withdrawal Agreement is a treaty between the European Union, Euratom, and the United Kingdom


thedailyexpress--2020-07-14--Brexit LIVE: Ireland's Simon Coveney admits EU on brink of 'extraordinary failing'

`` We will attempt to agree a future relationship agreement that had a basic free trade agreement , but with that there needs to be a level playing field provision , there needed to be a governance arrangement that could monitor and deal with disputes , should they happen .
`` And that we would have a fisheries agreement with that also , along with an attempt to try and agree a series of agreements in a whole range of areas including data , financial services , transport , to aviation to policing and security co-operation , to climate to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happening this week and we hope the UK will adapt its approach to the commitment that they gave in the political declaration that they have moved away from since these negotiations began so we can try to put the pieces of this agreement in place .
`` Hopefully by the end of September or October to ensure we avoid the consequences of a no-deal trade Brexit which would be an enormous act of self-harm , but also an extraordinary failing of politics if we were , at the start of next year , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which would include tariffs on certain products . ''
READ MORE : Brexit Withdrawal Agreement will poison UK-EU relations for years The EU is preparing for `` inevitable disruptions '' as concerns over a hard Brexit deal are raised throughout Brussels .
According to reports , the EU is updating its emergency plans for a hard Brexit outcome due to the lack of progress on both sides .
The chairman of the European Parliament ’ s Trade Committee , Bernd Lange , told Force : “ Unfortunately , we still don ’ t @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in mind .
“ There is constantly something new - sometimes it is an agreement in the style of an EU-Australia agreement that does not exist , sometimes it is an agreement like CETA with Canada , but which wouldn ’ t account for out previous relationship.
” Brexiteer Ben Habib warned the UK and EU are not making enough progress in the Brexit trade talks and fishing continues to remain a divisive issue .
The Former Brexit Party MEP claimed the EU was not giving enough ground in the Brexit trade talks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
During an interview with Express.co.uk , Mr Habib said he was cautious of the end of year Brexit deadline due to the current Brexit attitude from the EU on deadlines .
He claimed Brussels is willing to make some concessions on fishing but not enough to secure a deal , noting this was the EU 's attitude throughout the talks and made him sceptical of the final trade deal deadline .
8pm update : Ireland 's Coveney warns no deal would be 'enormous act of self-harm ' Ireland 's Foreign Affairs Minister @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a trade deal in place between the UK and EU would be an `` enormous act of self-harm '' and `` extraordinary failing of politics '' .
He said : `` There 's been four rounds of negotiations to date and really very little progress and quite a lot of frustration .
`` We will attempt to agree a future relationship agreement that had a basic free trade agreement , but with that there needs to be a level playing field provision , there needed to be a governance arrangement that could monitor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happen .
`` And that we would have a fisheries agreement with that also , along with an attempt to try and agree a series of agreements in a whole range of areas including data , financial services , transport , to aviation to policing and security co-operation , to climate to environment .
`` There are more discussions happening this week and we hope the UK will adapt its approach to the commitment that they gave in the political declaration that they have moved away from since these negotiations began so we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this agreement in place .
`` Hopefully by the end of September or October to ensure we avoid the consequences of a no-deal trade Brexit which would be an enormous act of self-harm , but also an extraordinary failing of politics if we were , at the start of next year , trading on the basis of WTO regulations which would include tariffs on certain products . ''
DO N'T MISS SNP demand law change so Nicola Sturgeon can meddle post-Brexit [ REPORT ] Secret documents showed Merkel wanted EU-UK FTA three years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kuenssberg claims mobile charges will surge post-Brexit [ VIDEO ] 7pm update : 'Timetable is tight ' Government warned on 'huge shake-up ' of immigration rules Business leaders have warned the timetable is `` tight '' on the `` huge shake-up '' of immigration rules .
Neil Carberry , chief executive of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation ( REC ) , `` With less than six months before the new immigration system comes into effect , there are big questions to answer .
`` With challenges from Covid-19 and the Brexit deal , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is a huge shake-up of the rules and the timetable is tight .
`` Businesses need an efficient and clear system from day one , including compliance measures that ensure those who play by the rules prosper .
`` Firms will worry about whether the new system is flexible enough to meet future demand .
While the troubling economic situation means candidate availability is higher right now , there is no quick fix to the skills shortages affecting sectors like construction , IT , and health and social care .
`` Getting immigration @ @ @ @ @ @ @ needs is crucial for our economic recovery .
`` Businesses need an immigration system they can navigate easily .
In the next year , businesses will have to steer through the pandemic , IR35 tax changes , and prepare for how the future EU relationship will affect their ability to work abroad .
`` For Government to pass the test being 'open for business ' , we need deeds - not words - in these key areas . ''
6.30pm update : Government considering several sites for post-Brexit checks Michael Gove said the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ southern England to process post-Brexit checks on lorries ferrying goods to the EU .
He said : `` It is not the case that any specific site has been absolutely confirmed .
`` We 're in commercial negotiations with a number of sites , and as and when they are confirmed , I will let him know , '' Gove told parliament after one lawmaker representing a part of the Kent region asked about reports of a lorry park . ''
6pm update : Gove insists all border systems will be in place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the House of Commons : `` It is the case that the GVMS ( Goods Vehicle Movement Service ) is going to be in place , as all systems are , so that we can have a fully operational border and it is of course the case that the additional infrastructure of the £705 million we 've announced will ensure that it is in place on time .
`` That additional infrastructure is there specifically in order to ensure that when vehicles arrive in Calais that they have passed through all the necessary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to market . ''
Pete Wishart warned `` we fully intend to get going , going from the disastrous Brexit Britain '' .
He said : `` Here we are , the end game of the disastrous and torturous Brexit , all summed up neatly in a not too catchy slogan of let 's get going .
Dominic Cummings must have been up all night thinking of that one .
`` We are now to have an economic downturn precipitated by Covid , compounded by their hard Brexit .
It does n't matter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it does n't matter the damage it will inflict on the economy , the decimation of key sectors , the chaos at borders ... all of this supremely inconsequential for all of these anti-EU obsessives .
`` Let 's get going says the Chancellor of the Duchy and we in Scotland intend to take him exactly at his word .
Maybe not quite in the way that he intended because we fully intend to get going , going from the disastrous Brexit Britain . ''
`` We wo n't be participating in this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work or implementing it .
The only thing we 'll be doing with it is using it as a recruiting sergeant for more people to independence . ''
Mr Gove hit back : `` It is the case that there are more than 100 powers that return to the Scottish Parliament as a result of our leaving the EU .
Far from being a power grab , it is a power surge for all of the parliaments of the UK . ''
5.20pm update : Labour MP makes boxing comparison in relation to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` My view is we 're heading for a disaster .
And what does ( Michael Gove ) say to a leading businessman in my constituency ( who ) said we 're staggering because of coronavirus , like coming out of the ring having gone 15 rounds with Anthony Joshua only to find , as we leave this chaos of leaving Europe , we 've got Tyson Fury for another 15 .
`` Is it fair to do this to our great British public ? ''
Mr Gove replied : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'm tempted to reply . ''
`` I think it 's important of course to be aware of the challenges , but also the opportunities . ''
5.15pm update : Gove insists progress is being made between UK and EU on deal Michael Gove told MPs in the House of Commons `` it is the case that progress has been made '' on a post-Brexit trade deal between the UK and EU .
But he warned there are `` significant differences between ourselves and the European Union '' .
The Cabinet Office minister @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' the EU has conceded it would no longer be appropriate for them to have an office in Northern Ireland .
He added this was `` an example of the flexibility which I know Michel Barnier and others are applying in the broader negotiations '' .
Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Rachel Reeves said : `` What reassurance can the minister provide that the commitments made in the Government 's command paper on Northern Ireland will be fully honoured ? ''
`` It is all very well announcing a multimillion-pound advertising @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) ca n't persuade his bestest friend in Cabinet that everything is going according to plan then it is hardly surprising that the country is anxious and confused .
`` A month ago the Prime Minister said that there was no reason a deal could not be reached by the end of this month .
Can the minister update us as to where we are in terms of being on track to meet that deadline with a deal agreed in the next fortnight ? ''
She added : `` The best way to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ course to agree a deal with the European Union on the terms we were told to expect - that means no fees , charges , tariffs or quantitative restrictions across all sectors .
`` It does not mean , as we had in the statement today , customs , physical checks , export declarations , a commodity code , economic operator restrictions and identification and it certainly does n't mean a living document with guidance that changes day by day . ''
4.57pm update : Government does not want to build lorry park @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no plans to build a new lorry park in Dover , and would create infrastructure away from ports and instead inland , Michael Gove has insisted .
Britain will likely need new infrastructure in place to process additional checks of lorries ferrying goods across the Channel into the EU following the end of the transition period on December 31 .
The Cabinet Office Minister asked by the Labour Party about new infrastructure at the port of Dover .
He replied : `` She asked about infrastructure at EU-facing ports : I should stress @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a new lorry park at Dover . ''
4.45pm update : Gove attacked over leaked letter that 'presents a picture of chaos ' Last week , Boris Johnson 's Brexit border plans were torn apart by a senior Cabinet minister , warning they could break international trading rules , risk the UK 's international credibility , and lead to smuggling from the European Union .
In a leaked letter seen by Business Insider , International Trade Secretary Liz Truss has written to Chancellor Rishi Sunak and Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of concerns '' about the Government 's plans to leave EU trading and custom rules this year .
She raised concerns about the legality of the UK 's plan for a phased approach on border checks on goods coming from the EU from January to July .
Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Rachel Reeves told the House of Commons : `` It is vital that businesses and jobs are supported and that the oven ready deal that the country was promised is delivered upon this year , and yet frankly , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the oven was even turned on .
`` There have been alarm bells ringing within the Cabinet this last week expressed by the Trade Secretary in her extraordinary letter to ( Mr Gove ) and to the Chancellor of the Exchequer written on 8 July .
`` The letter presents a picture of chaos , complacency and confusion right at the top of Government . ''
She added : `` Can the minister give the country and indeed his Cabinet colleague reassurance by publishing all relevant delivery plans , land purchases and rental @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not just for the port of Dover .
`` The Labour Party want to see British firms exporting , we do not want to see their goods stuck at ports or indeed in lorry parks . ''
4.40pm update : Hundreds of millions being spent in preparing border systems Michael Gove said More than £700 million will be spent on building new infrastructure , hiring staff and developing technology to ensure the UK 's border systems are fully operational when the transition period ends on December 31 .
This huge package includes £235 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and £470 million for port and inland infrastructure to ensure compliance with new customs procedures and controls .
4.35pm update : Michael Gove tells businesses to be ready for UK becoming an independent trading nation The UK Government has insisted the country will have the `` most secure '' border in the world by 2025 .
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Michael Gove urged companies to be ready for the UK becoming an independent trading nation for the first time in nearly half a century when the transition period ends on December @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Commons : `` The publication of the border operating model is an important step which gives business the certainty and direction they need to prepare for the end of the transition period when the UK becomes an independent trading nation for the first time in nearly 50 years .
`` We are committed to working closely with businesses and the border industry to help deliver not just a fully operational border at the end of the transition period , but also the world 's most effective and secure border in the world @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gove hails 'next chapter in our history as fully independent UK ' Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove , making a statement to the Commons , told MPs : `` From January 1 2021 we will embark on the next chapter in our history as a fully independent United Kingdom .
`` With control of our economy we can continue to put in place the right measures for Covid recovery .
With control over the money we sent to Brussels we can spend it on our priorities , investing in the NHS , spreading @ @ @ @ @ @ @ strengthening our union . ''
`` Regardless of the outcome of the negotiations with the EU over our future relationship , whether or not we have a Canada-style deal or an Australian model , we will be leaving the single market and the customs union . ''
The Government has come under attack for excluding social care workers from its new immigration rules .
It was announced earlier on Monday that a health and care visa will provide a visa route for key health professionals to work in the UK - but this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Rehana Azam , national secretary of trade union GMB , said : `` The Government 's new immigration rules are descending into an embarrassing shambles and make no consideration or acknowledgement of the vital job care workers have been doing these past few months . ''
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said : `` Undermining these sectors will make it even harder to look after our elderly relatives and resolve the ongoing pressures within our NHS and social care system , '' he said .
`` Instead of recognising the hugely positive impact @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK 's economy and communities , the Government is pulling up the drawbridge to much of the talent we continue to need as a city and a country . ''
The UK Government has announced a new post-Brexit immigration system that it said will provide faster and cheaper visas for skilled health and social care workers , while also setting out details of the points-based system that will come into effect in January .
This immigration system will apply to skilled workers and will end the free movement of labour between Britain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NHS , which employs more than 1.2 million people , relies on labour from both the EU and other countries .
The government has now outlined a new `` Health and Care Visa '' which will lower fees , cut application times and provide greater support for eligible applicants who will work in the health service , social care or supporting companies .
The new immigration system will most require any worker from overseas to have a job offer , sufficiently high qualifications and spoken English .
International students completing undergraduate or masters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Britain for two years , while those completing a PhD will be able to stay for three years .
3.10pm update : Boris Johnson tells UK to 'get ready ' for the end of the transition period The Prime Minister was asked about Brexit possibly pushing up costs .
He responded : `` I think one of the amazing things about the last few months , the whole Covid crisis , is I think it 's put all those questions very much into perspective `` Actually I do n't think , I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ project fear with Brexit would ever materialise in quite the way that some people did .
`` I do think there are big opportunities for this country to do things differently and do things better but obviously we have to get ready for the end of the transition period in December , January and get it done .
`` All we 're saying is there will be changes , people should get ready but there will also be great opportunities for this country . ''
Nigel Farage has admitted his huge `` concern @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talks continue between the two sides .
The two sides will reconvene talks this week in pursuit of a deal by the autumn .
Following the conclusion of talks last week , Michel Barnier admitted several areas of divergence still remain .
One of those is the state of the UK ’ s fishing waters outside of the bloc .
“ I want us to regain full control under the international law of our waters .
“ That was very much a demand made in the referendum campaign and that has been reiterated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its 200-day moving average of $ 1.27 against the dollar on Monday , last trading down 0.1 percent at $ 1.2603 .
Against the euro , the pound fell 0.5 percent to 89.98 pence , not far its 55-day moving average at 89.30 but failing to break 90 pence .
Boosted by improved risk sentiment and hefty fiscal stimulus recently announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak , the British pound is attracting investor attention , rising nearly 2 percent so far this month .
Nicola Sturgeon has bragged plans for a major post-Brexit law @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it would be a `` full-scale assault on devolution '' .
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon , who continues to use Brexit to push her case to drag Scotland out of the UK , warned plans for Westminster to withhold state aid powers after the nation ’ s exit would be a `` blatant move to erode the powers of the Scottish Parliament '' in a furious tweet .
Ms Sturgeon shared a Financial Times report which suggested the UK Government wants to control state aid policies at the end of the Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Make no mistake , this would be a full-scale assault on devolution - a blatant move to erode the powers of the Scottish Parliament in key areas .
`` If the Tories want to further boost support for independence , this is the way to do it . ''
The EU has rejected reopening the Withdrawal Agreement after a new report warned the pact risked scuppering Britain 's future independence .
The European Commission insisted Boris Johnson would not be able to revisit the divorcee deal and should focus his energy on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ We are not renegotiating the Withdrawal Agreement .
“ The Withdrawal Agreement is already in force and we are now dedicating all of our efforts to agree a new partnership with the United Kingdom.
” Foreign criminals who have been jailed for more than a year could be banned from coming to Britain under the new immigration rules , Government papers confirm .
A policy document setting out more information on the proposed points-based immigration system said : `` A robust and consistent approach to applying the UK criminality thresholds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to remain in the UK , deportation and exclusion , to EU and non-EU citizens , will be taken as part of the Points-Based System . ''
11.55am update : UK to have 'humane and sensible ' immigration system Boris Johnson said the UK will have a `` humane and sensible '' immigration system despite `` taking back control '' after Brexit .
Asked if he thinks there will be enough people coming in to work in the social care system , the Prime Minister told reporters : `` I do .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ amazing things we 've seen in the last few months is actually there are more EU nationals , I 'm proud to say , living and working in this country than we even thought .
`` We 're seeing huge numbers of people registering for their right to remain and that 's great so we have a big , big stock of workers who are helping out in this country who have come from abroad .
`` Although of course we are going to be taking back control and we are controlling our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be simply slamming the gates and stopping anybody anywhere coming into this country .
`` Where people can contribute to this country , where people want to make their lives and do great things for this country , of course we 're going to have a humane and sensible system . ''
Passport chiefs are warning millions of Britons whose travel documents expire in the next year to apply for a new one straight away as preparations for the end of the Brexit transition period are stepped up .
Officials fear a stampede @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK holidaymakers travelling to popular European destinations from January 1 will need six months validity on their passports .
Around five million UK citizens have passports which are valid for less than 12 months and they are being targeted in a £93 million public information campaign urging them to act now so they can travel in the new year .
Those who do not renew in time will not be able to travel to most EU countries as well as Iceland , Liechtenstein , Norway and Switzerland .
Holidaymakers will also receive fresh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pets abroad as part of the new ad campaign which was launched today .
Sunak is said to be planning to open bidding for towns , cities and regions to become freeports - where UK taxes and tariffs will not apply - in his autumn Budget .
The paper said the ports will be `` fully operational '' within 18 months of the UK leaving the customs union and single market at the end of this year .
But experts said the money could drain investment from other areas and leave areas vulnerable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a campaign group , told the Financial Times it could create “ micro tax havens ” , with potential for tax avoidance and money laundering .
UK stocks jumped 1 percent on Monday as investors bet on a stimulus-led economic revival .
The blue-chip FTSE 100 was up 1.1 percent , with fewer than 10 stocks in the red in early trading , while the mid-cap FTSE 250 added 1.2 percent , led by travel , energy and mining stocks .
It comes as Brexit negotiations come back in to focus with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the December 31 end of the transition period .
8.05am update : Starmer seen as tougher on EU in shock poll showing Labour resurgence Sir Kier Starmer is winning over huge swathes of the British electorate and mounting the kind of serious challenge to Boris Johnson 's Tory Party unthinkable under Jeremy Corbyn , according to a new poll .
he Labour leader was considered more competent than the Prime Minister and , crucially , he was seen as a safer pair of hands to negotiate Britain 's Brexit with the EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the EU the pollsters put Mr Starmer on 4 and Mr Johnson on 2 .
7.52am update : EU leaders to shelve Michel Barnier to force through UK trade deal Brexit egotiations will likely conclude in a `` thin deal '' between the UK and the EU but only after the direct intervention of EU leaders , expert Anan Menon has forecast .
Anand Menon , director of the UK in a Changing Europe think tank , forecast a `` thin deal '' will ultimately be agreed but suggested Michel Barnier will have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU leaders in the negotiations .
Speaking to Channel 4 News , Mr Menon said : `` If you force me to guess , I would say yes , there will be a deal .
`` I think it will come in the autumn .
By the autumn , as the clock is ticking down , as it always seems to do with Brexit , heads of state and government will get involved , then the necessary trade-offs will be made .
`` It ’ s worth bearing in mind , there are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be quite a thin deal that ’ s going to necessitate quite a lot of checks at our borders . ''
Priti Patel will declare Brexit Britain is `` open for business '' and ready to accept the `` brightest global talent '' when she unveils more details on the UK 's points-based immigration system .
The Home Secretary is set to release details on Monday about how the new system , which will come into effect on January 1 2021 after freedom of movement ends when Britain finally leaves the EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to cut the number of low-skilled migrants entering Britain from the beginning of next year , but aims to make it easier for higher-skilled workers to get UK visas .
People who want to live and work in the UK will need to gain 70 points to be eligible to apply for a visa .
Points will be awarded for key requirements like being able to speak English to a certain level , having a job offer from an approved employer and meeting a minimum salary threshold .
A health and care visa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ professionals to work in the UK , while a graduate route will allow international students to stay in the UK for at least two years after completing their studies .
Ms Patel said : `` The British people voted to take back control of our borders and introduce a new points-based immigration system .
`` Now we have left the EU , we are free to unleash this country 's full potential and implement the changes we need to restore trust in the immigration system and deliver a new fairer , firmer , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Britain is open for business and ready to welcome the best and brightest global talent . ''