thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--Charles Michel hits out at UK as he insists EU will not give into 'no-matter-what' deal

Brexit negotiations are expected to reach a turning point on Friday after European Union leaders discuss the state of play during the latest EU Summit in Belgium .
European Council President Charles Michel insisted the bloc is committed to striking a trade deal but said they will continue to push for the assurance of a level-playing field at the end of the transition period .
Mr Michel said : `` We want an agreement but we also want to protect a level playing field .
`` It ’ s also the question of the integrity of the single market .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ negotiate with the UK , these are difficult negotiations , we all know that.
” He later added in French that Brussels will not agree to a `` no-matter-what '' deal for the sake of having an agreement in place .
It comes after Boris Johnson warned he would make a decision on the future of the Brexit negotiations in the aftermath of the Summit in Brussels .
JUST IN : EU call Boris Johnson 's bluff by daring UK to walk away from talks – Brussels summit leak Mr Johnson spoke to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Wednesday , reiterating the UK 's commitment to a deal but criticising the lack of progress made in the trade talks over the past two weeks .
A spokesman for Number 10 said after the phonecall : `` The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal , but expressed his disappointment that more progress had not been made over the past two weeks .
`` The Prime Minister said that he looked forward to hearing the outcome of the European Council and would reflect before setting out the UK 's next @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of September 7 . ''
But a document leaked ahead of the start of the summit suggested Michel Barnier will be asked to stick to his guns and resist until the UK agrees to making significant concessions on the future relationship .
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The “ draft conclusions ” said : “ The European Council recalls that the transition period will end on December 31 , 2020 , and notes with concern that progress @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Union is still not sufficient for an agreement to be reached .
“ Against this background , the European Council invites the chief negotiator to continue negotiations in the coming weeks , and calls on the UK to make the necessary moves to make an agreement possible.
” An earlier version of the conclusive document called on Mr Barnier to `` intensify negations '' to secure a trade deal was agreed before the end of the year .
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Brexit: 'We want a deal protecting level playing field' says Michel
Brexit negotiations are expected to reach a turning point on Friday after European Union leaders discuss the state of play during the latest EU Summit in Belgium. European Council President Charles Michel insisted the bloc is committed to striking a trade deal but said they will continue to push for the assurance of a level-playing field at the end of the transition period. Mr Michel said: "We want an agreement but we also want to protect a level playing field.
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"It’s also the question of the integrity of the single market. “We are ready to continue to negotiate with the UK, these are difficult negotiations, we all know that.” He later added in French that Brussels will not agree to a "no-matter-what" deal for the sake of having an agreement in place. French President Emmanuel Macron also said the UK must commit to a level-playing field if the Government wants to secure a deal before the year is out. JUST IN: EU call Boris Johnson's bluff by daring UK to walk away from talks – Brussels summit leak
Brexit news: Charles Michel said the EU remains committed to a level-playing field
Charles Michel insisted the EU remains committed to a deal but not a
As he discussed the issues still in need of discussion, Mr Macron said: "The second element is having an equitable position between the European Union and the United Kingdom. "We want to be assured we will have a level playing field, especially on social and environmental rights. The consequences of Brexit must not create neither environmental nor social dumping. On this we also reach an agreement. "I want to be clear. This deal is not going to me struck at all costs. If these conditions are not met, it's possible we won't have any deal. We have prepared for this eventuality. France is ready." And Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte echoed the sentiment, adding: "We want a deal. We will work for this goal until the last minute," Conte said before an EU summit in Brussels. READ MORE: Furious UK fishermen issue final warning to Boris - 'Deal has to be on OUR terms!'
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Macron also insisted the UK must agree to a level-playing field
"But we need a fair deal," he said, adding that Italy was not seeking a deal "at any cost". It comes after Boris Johnson warned he would make a decision on the future of the Brexit negotiations in the aftermath of the Summit in Brussels. Mr Johnson spoke to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday, reiterating the UK's commitment to a deal but criticising the lack of progress made in the trade talks over the past two weeks. A spokesman for Number 10 said after the phonecall: "The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal, but expressed his disappointment that more progress had not been made over the past two weeks. DON'T MISS 'End of the Labour Party!' Stark warning to Keir Starmer exposed [INSIGHT]
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The Brexit deal will need to be ratified before the transition period ends in December


thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--Brexit Q&A: All your questions answered HERE as deal talks with EU reach CRISIS POINT

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So will Britain really opt out of a no deal in order to defend those red lines of fishing , state aid and sovereignty ?
Will the EU really let us leave the table without caving in ?
From 2pm today Express.co.uk 's Brussels correspondent Joe Barnes will be taking all your questions .
Brexit Q & A : Log in at 2pm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tell you all you need to know about the infighting over the Channel as Emmanuel Macron holds firm against pressure from Angela Merkel to ease his demands on fishing rights .
And we 'll shed light on what 's going on behind the bluster at the negotiating table .
And tell you what impact Nicola Sturgeon can really have on the talks .
Head back to this page at 2pm where our chat forum will be open for you to put your questions to Joe .
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So will Britain really opt out of a no deal in order to defend those red lines of fishing, state aid and sovereignty? Will the EU really let us leave the table without caving in? From 2pm today Express.co.uk's Brussels correspondent Joe Barnes will be taking all your questions.
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We'll tell you all you need to know about the infighting over the Channel as Emmanuel Macron holds firm against pressure from Angela Merkel to ease his demands on fishing rights.
And we'll shed light on what's going on behind the bluster at the negotiating table. And tell you what impact Nicola Sturgeon can really have on the talks.
Head back to this page at 2pm where our chat forum will be open for you to put your questions to Joe.
Make sure you are registered as an Express.co.uk commenter by clicking the "register" button at the top of the screen. Then sign in to the Express community and put your questions to our expert.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--Coronavirus POLL: Should Boris Johnson sack Matt Hancock as Health Secretary? VOTE HERE

Health Secretary Matt Hancock is under pressure after Professor Angus Dalgleish launched a blistering attack on the Tory politician , demanding he leaves his high profile job because he has failed to protect the British public .
Professor Dalgleish , a consultant medical oncologist at the Cancer Centre London , said : “ Health Secretary Matt Hancock has had nine long months to educate himself out of his ignorance of the scientific implications of the COVID-19 pandemic .
“ But this week he was still responding to reasoned argument with petulant contempt.
” Express.co.uk is asking should Boris Johnson sack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in our poll below .
Mr Hancock is facing calls to resign after he was criticised by two leading academics earlier this week for failing to have a “ basic understanding of infectious disease epidemiology ” .
Professor Dalgleish attacked Mr Hancock after he dismissed the possibility of COVID-19 herd immunity in the Commons earlier this week .
The doctor said he was among the 35,000 scientists and doctors who have signed the Great Barrington Declaration ( GBD ) in favour of herd immunity but insists this does not cloud his judgement .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ say that it is time for Mr Hancock to resign I do so not in a fit of pique at having my clinical and scientific judgment questioned .
“ For every day that Mr Hancock remains in post , the longer our misguided approach to the pandemic will continue .
“ Indeed , I can not think of a figure less intellectually or temperamentally suited to the role of running our vast , lumbering NHS in a time of crisis.
” Mr Hancock is due to make a statement to the House of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to announce the moving of Greater Manchester and parts of Lancashire into Tier 3 .
He has previously said the three-tiered system of local lockdowns is needed to prevent more severe restrictions and spiralling deaths .

Piers Morgan says Matt Hancock must resign if he broke rules
Health Secretary Matt Hancock is under pressure after Professor Angus Dalgleish launched a blistering attack on the Tory politician, demanding he leaves his high profile job because he has failed to protect the British public. Professor Dalgleish, a consultant medical oncologist at the Cancer Centre London, said: “Health Secretary Matt Hancock has had nine long months to educate himself out of his ignorance of the scientific implications of the COVID-19 pandemic. THIS POLL HAS NOW CLOSED. CLICK HERE FOR THE RESULTS.
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“But this week he was still responding to reasoned argument with petulant contempt.” Express.co.uk is asking should Boris Johnson sack Matt Hancock as Health Secretary? Vote in our poll below. Mr Hancock is facing calls to resign after he was criticised by two leading academics earlier this week for failing to have a “basic understanding of infectious disease epidemiology”.
Matt Hancock is facing calls to resign
Professor Dalgleish attacked Mr Hancock after he dismissed the possibility of COVID-19 herd immunity in the Commons earlier this week. The doctor said he was among the 35,000 scientists and doctors who have signed the Great Barrington Declaration (GBD) in favour of herd immunity but insists this does not cloud his judgement. He said: “But when I say that it is time for Mr Hancock to resign I do so not in a fit of pique at having my clinical and scientific judgment questioned. READ MORE: Coronavirus map LIVE: Matt Hancock MUST RESIGN! Doctor breaks cover
Matt Hancock has been accused of failing to protect the British public
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Matt Hancock has been accused of having a "ignorant" and "petulant" approach to tackling the coronavirus crisis
Boris Johnson is facing calls to sack his Health Secretary
“For every day that Mr Hancock remains in post, the longer our misguided approach to the pandemic will continue. “Indeed, I cannot think of a figure less intellectually or temperamentally suited to the role of running our vast, lumbering NHS in a time of crisis.”
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Mr Hancock is due to make a statement to the House of Commons at 11.30pm where he is expected to announce the moving of Greater Manchester and parts of Lancashire into Tier 3. He has previously said the three-tiered system of local lockdowns is needed to prevent more severe restrictions and spiralling deaths.


thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--'Oven-ready deal? The oven's off!' Boris hasn't a CLUE in Brexit talks, says Piers Morgan

In an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk , Piers Morgan claimed Boris Johnson “ hasn ’ t got a clue ” what is going on in the current post-Brexit trade talks with the EU .
The GMB host was concerned with the lack of progress and was surprised a deal had not yet been reached , considering the Prime Minister previously boasted about having an “ oven-ready Brexit deal ” .
When discussing the current state of negotiations , Mr Morgan told this website : “ I don ’ t think Boris Johnson has a clue what he ’ s going @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , while he hopes the UK secures a deal with the EU , he doesn ’ t think a no deal outcome would make much of a difference for the UK .
He said : “ I don ’ t think Brexit is that big of a deal now compared to where we were in January .
“ I think the general scheme of economic mayhem that is going on with this pandemic , I don ’ t think it particularly matters if we end up with a deal without a deal .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ bigger problems to concern us with.
” But Mr Morgan was surprised a deal had not yet been reached with the EU , after the Prime Minister announced he had an “ oven-ready Brexit deal ” last year .
Mr Johnson first made the claim in October 2019 , and then repeated the slogan throughout the election campaign .
JUST IN : Brexit latest : Sturgeon could force Boris into last-minute compromise Commenting on this , the journalist said : “ Boris Johnson told us there was an oven ready deal - well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off .
“ So once again he has got to deliver on what he said he was going to do and that was to deliver an oven ready deal .
Lets see it.
” Mr Johnson ’ s deadline for securing a post-Brexit trade deal with the EU is today , which could result in the UK walking away from negotiations .
Brexit deal DONE ?
Chances of UK-EU agreement ‘ near 100 % ' [ ANALYSIS ] FTSE 100 LIVE : FTSE chaos ahead of Brexit talks as no deal looms [ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ imminent Brexit deadline [ INSIGHT ] Despite the continued deadlock between the two sides , the Prime Minister has remained adamant a deal must be reached by the EU summit , which starts today , in order for both sides to implement the deal before the turn of the year .
But David Frost , the UK ’ s chief Brexit negotiator , has urged the Prime Minister not to walk away from trade talks because deals to cover security and fishing were possible over the next two weeks .
The EU have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end of the month , as they have said a deal will not agreed at any price .

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In an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk, Piers Morgan claimed Boris Johnson “hasn’t got a clue” what is going on in the current post-Brexit trade talks with the EU. The GMB host was concerned with the lack of progress and was surprised a deal had not yet been reached, considering the Prime Minister previously boasted about having an “oven-ready Brexit deal”.
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When discussing the current state of negotiations, Mr Morgan told this website: “I don’t think Boris Johnson has a clue what he’s going to do.” The journalist also said, while he hopes the UK secures a deal with the EU, he doesn’t think a no deal outcome would make much of a difference for the UK. He said: “I don’t think Brexit is that big of a deal now compared to where we were in January. “I think the general scheme of economic mayhem that is going on with this pandemic, I don’t think it particularly matters if we end up with a deal without a deal.
Piers Morgan has revealed Boris Johnson’s priority is not on Brexit
Brexit news: Boris Johnson previously boasted about having an “oven-ready Brexit deal”
“There are going to be much bigger problems to concern us with.” But Mr Morgan was surprised a deal had not yet been reached with the EU, after the Prime Minister announced he had an “oven-ready Brexit deal” last year. Mr Johnson first made the claim in October 2019, and then repeated the slogan throughout the election campaign. JUST IN: Brexit latest: Sturgeon could force Boris into last-minute compromise
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Boris Johnson's Brexit deadline is October 15
David Frost has urged the Prime Minister not to walk away from trade talks
Piers Morgan's new book Wake Up is out now
Despite the continued deadlock between the two sides, the Prime Minister has remained adamant a deal must be reached by the EU summit, which starts today, in order for both sides to implement the deal before the turn of the year. But David Frost, the UK’s chief Brexit negotiator, has urged the Prime Minister not to walk away from trade talks because deals to cover security and fishing were possible over the next two weeks. The EU have also insisted talks should continue until the end of the month, as they have said a deal will not agreed at any price.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--EU must CAVE in to UK over Brexit talks red lines - European business chiefs issue plea

In a joint statement , German , Italian and French business organisations warned a no-deal Brexit would unleash “ cascading consequences ” , including tariffs , and delays and blockages at borders Germany ’ s BDI , Italy ’ s Confindustria and France ’ s Medef have called on EU leaders to “ explore all possible options to reach a solution which ensures smooth trade conditions , while maintaining the conditions for fair competition between the Union and its British partner ” .
Their warning shot came ahead of a crunch summit of European leaders in Brussels , their first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Boris Johnson is ready to walk away from Brexit talks unless today ’ s discussion send a clear signal a deal is still doable in the coming weeks .
The Prime Minister wants a “ strong and credible ” sign a breakthrough can be made after the bloc sets out its positions .
Both the UK and EU have been locked in intensive negotiations over the last two weeks in the hope of having a deal ready in time for the European Council meeting .
But British negotiators were left frustrated by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work on a joint legal text .
The row over future fishing rights has threatened to derail chances of a deal , as influential EU coastal states cling on to the hope of securing status quo access to British waters .
Splits have emerged between France and Germany , with Angela Merkel wanting Emmanuel Macron to reconsider his hardline fishing demands , which threaten to prevent a deal .
The French president wants to maintain the same level of access to the UK 's coastal waters after the end of the transition period @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Everybody knows that if there is no deal then European quota in British waters is zero - now it 's 100 . ''
Mr Johnson held talks with EU presidents Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel last night ahead of the summit .
A Downing Street spokesman said : “ The leaders discussed the latest state of play of the negotiations on our future relationship with the EU , ahead of the October European Council .
“ The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal , but expressed his disappointment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over the past two weeks .
“ The Prime Minister said that he looked forward to hearing the outcome of the European Council and would reflect before setting out the UK ’ s next steps.
” MUST READ : Brexit LIVE : Boris Johnson hands EU 24hours to back down on fishing Mrs von der Leyen insisted the bloc would continue to work on a deal , stressing the importance of an agreement on fisheries , the so-called level playing field and governance .
She said : “ The EU is working on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ price.
” And Mr Michel added : “ On the eve of the European Council we pressed again for progress to be made at the negotiation table.
” But European capitals cast doubt on a deal being broken by leaders at today ’ s summit .
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In a joint statement, German, Italian and French business organisations warned a no-deal Brexit would unleash “cascading consequences”, including tariffs, and delays and blockages at borders Germany’s BDI, Italy’s Confindustria and France’s Medef have called on EU leaders to “explore all possible options to reach a solution which ensures smooth trade conditions, while maintaining the conditions for fair competition between the Union and its British partner”. Their warning shot came ahead of a crunch summit of European leaders in Brussels, their first detailed Brexit discussion in over 12 months.
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Boris Johnson is ready to walk away from Brexit talks unless today’s discussion send a clear signal a deal is still doable in the coming weeks. The Prime Minister wants a “strong and credible” sign a breakthrough can be made after the bloc sets out its positions. Both the UK and EU have been locked in intensive negotiations over the last two weeks in the hope of having a deal ready in time for the European Council meeting. But British negotiators were left frustrated by Michel Barnier’s refusal to start work on a joint legal text.
Brexit talks reach critical point with Boris Johnson ready to walk away
Boris Johnson is waiting for the end of the EU summit before deciding on Brexit future
The row over future fishing rights has threatened to derail chances of a deal, as influential EU coastal states cling on to the hope of securing status quo access to British waters. Splits have emerged between France and Germany, with Angela Merkel wanting Emmanuel Macron to reconsider his hardline fishing demands, which threaten to prevent a deal. The French president wants to maintain the same level of access to the UK's coastal waters after the end of the transition period. A German government source said: "Everybody knows that if there is no deal then European quota in British waters is zero - now it's 100."
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Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron are split on post-Brexit fishing rights
Mr Johnson held talks with EU presidents Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel last night ahead of the summit. A Downing Street spokesman said: “The leaders discussed the latest state of play of the negotiations on our future relationship with the EU, ahead of the October European Council. “The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal, but expressed his disappointment that more progress had not been made over the past two weeks. “The Prime Minister said that he looked forward to hearing the outcome of the European Council and would reflect before setting out the UK’s next steps.” MUST READ: Brexit LIVE: Boris Johnson hands EU 24hours to back down on fishing
Michel Barnier will brief EU leaders on Brexit talks today
Mrs von der Leyen insisted the bloc would continue to work on a deal, stressing the importance of an agreement on fisheries, the so-called level playing field and governance. She said: “The EU is working on a deal, but not at any price.” And Mr Michel added: “On the eve of the European Council we pressed again for progress to be made at the negotiation table.” But European capitals cast doubt on a deal being broken by leaders at today’s summit. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--SNP's Ian Blackford squirms as BBC host says R-number HIGHER in Scotland than England

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The SNP 's Westminster leader was quizzed by Mr Robinson regarding Nicola Sturgeon 's previous target of achieving `` COVID zero '' in Scotland .
Mr Blackford stated that returning students to schools and universities earlier than the other UK nations could be one of the explanations for the high R-number in Scotland .
Mr Robinson said : `` Scotland ’ s R-number @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is in England according to the estimates .
`` It is not that long ago since the First Minister was talking about a zero COVID strategy , of eliminating the virus .
`` What have you learnt from the fact that has proved entirely impossible to deliver and that your case rates are not much different in the central belt as they are in the north-west of England ? ''
Mr Blackford replied : `` I think there is legitimate concern about the increase of the R-number over the last few weeks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as attack on Cummings backfires 'uniting Tories '

Ian Blackford grilled on SNP's 'covid-zero' target for Scotland
The SNP's Westminster leader was quizzed by Mr Robinson regarding Nicola Sturgeon's previous target of achieving "COVID zero" in Scotland. Mr Blackford stated that returning students to schools and universities earlier than the other UK nations could be one of the explanations for the high R-number in Scotland.
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Mr Robinson said: "Scotland’s R-number is actually higher at the moment than it is in England according to the estimates. "It is not that long ago since the First Minister was talking about a zero COVID strategy, of eliminating the virus. "What have you learnt from the fact that has proved entirely impossible to deliver and that your case rates are not much different in the central belt as they are in the north-west of England?"
Mr Blackford replied: "I think there is legitimate concern about the increase of the R-number over the last few weeks. READ MORE: Ian Blackford rattled as attack on Cummings backfires 'uniting Tories'
Ian Blackford is the leader of the SNP in Westminster
Ian Blackford was grilled by the BBC host
"There are some explanations for why that could have happened here, not least the fact people returned to school and universities a little bit longer than was the case elsewhere. "I think what it underpins is that this is a virus that we have to take very seriously. "We are concerned about the pressure that we see on our national health services, particularly on intensive care beds if you don’t get a grip of this." On Wednesday, Scotland's First Minister issued a plea to people living in England's coronavirus hotspots not to come to Scotland.
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Nicola Sturgeon warns against travelling from England hotspots
Nicola Sturgeon said: "The advice to think carefully before travelling is especially important regarding areas of high infection. "So of course that advice applies not just to travel to and from Scotland but it applies to travel to and from parts of England with high levels of infection. "We are currently advising against non-essential travel to the parts of England which are classed as very high or high alert areas under England’s new three-tier system. "I am asking people from these areas not to travel to Scotland either. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--SNP's Brexit sabotage: Sturgeon could force Boris into last-minute surrender to EU demands

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Boris Johnson could back down to the EU 's demands in a humiliating last-minute climbdown on Brexit .
Mr Johnson could break his own self-imposed deadline of October 15 for reaching a trade deal with the EU , according to experts .
Sky News ' Deputy Political Editor Sam Coates suggested that pressure from Nicola Sturgeon and the SNP could force the Prime @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He raised the `` extraordinary '' poll from Scotland this week which suggested support for independence has risen to an unprecedented 58 percent of Scots .
Speaking to Sky News , Mr Coates explained : `` When you look at other issues that are weighing on Boris Johnson 's mind , most notably there is the extraordinary poll out of Scotland suggesting that 58 percent of people would vote for independence and 42 percent for the union .
`` It is understood that a no deal Brexit would weigh in that independence argument @ @ @ @ @ @ @ calculation of just how far Boris will move starts to change . ''
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Brexit: Scotland pressure may force Boris into deal says expert
Boris Johnson could back down to the EU's demands in a humiliating last-minute climbdown on Brexit. Mr Johnson could break his own self-imposed deadline of October 15 for reaching a trade deal with the EU, according to experts. Sky News' Deputy Political Editor Sam Coates suggested that pressure from Nicola Sturgeon and the SNP could force the Prime Minister into a compromise with Brussels.
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He raised the "extraordinary" poll from Scotland this week which suggested support for independence has risen to an unprecedented 58 percent of Scots. Speaking to Sky News, Mr Coates explained: "When you look at other issues that are weighing on Boris Johnson's mind, most notably there is the extraordinary poll out of Scotland suggesting that 58 percent of people would vote for independence and 42 percent for the union. "It is understood that a no deal Brexit would weigh in that independence argument as well. "So perhaps the calculation of just how far Boris will move starts to change." JUST IN: London lockdown: Millions face Tier 2 restrictions as decision set
Pressure from Nicola Sturgeon and the SNP could force the Prime Minister to compromise with Brussels
Johnson could break his own self-imposed deadline of 15th October for reaching a trade deal with the EU
The Ipsos MORI poll for STV News found just 42 percent of Scots backed staying in the union when undecided voters are stripped out, with 58 percent in favour of a breakaway. It is the biggest lead in a poll ever recorded for the pro-independence side, sparking concern among those in Downing Street. There is fear among No10 officials that leaving the EU without a future trade deal this year would only increase support for independence in Scotland. Boris Johnson has spoken out about his disappointment that more progress had not been made during Brexit talks.
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Johnson could back down to the EU's demands in a humiliating last-minute climbdown on Brexit
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He had a phone call late last night with president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and president of the European Council Charles Michel. Mrs von der Leyen said the EU wanted a deal, "but not at any price". Downing Street said that Mr Johnson will decide on the "next steps" for post-Brexit trade talks after an EU summit which gets underway later today. Sky News' Adam Parsons said: "I've spoken to multiple EU sources and not one of them think a Brexit deal is frankly anywhere near." DON'T MISS: UK on brink: Boris Johnson urged to stop 'forgetting' Scotland [VIDEO]
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Adam Parsons also warned that the EU leaders do not see Brexit as a number one priority anymore


thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--Brexit LIVE: Boris Johnson gives EU 24HOURS to back down on fishing or UK walks from talks

Although there has been some progress made in the last week , no agreement has been made on the UK 's fisheries .
The Prime Minister has remained adamant a deal must be reached by the EU summit , which starts today , in order for both sides to implement the deal before the turn of the year .
Previously , Mr Johnson has threatened to walk away from talks if a deal was not agreed by October 15 .
EU officials have insisted they will not agree a deal at any price , leaving the Prime Minister no choice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end of the EU summit tomorrow .
Mr Johnson held a call with EU Council President , Charles Michel and Commission President , Ursula von der Leyen , last night .
Signalling concern over the lack of a deal by the deadline , the Prime Minister 's spokesperson noted Mr Johnson 's `` disappointment '' following the call .
They said : `` The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal , but expressed his disappointment that more progress had not been made over the past two weeks .
`` The Prime @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hearing the outcome of the European Council , and would reflect before setting out the UK ’ s next steps . ''
Lord Frost has now indicated to Mr Johnson a deal is possible although there are still gaps , namely over security and fisheries .
A source close to the talks stated , the negotiator has advised the Prime Minister not to leave talks , The Times reports .
The focus has now been shifted towards daily talks with both sides under pressure to agree 500 pages of legal text .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Leyen said : `` The EU is working on a deal , but not at any price .
Conditions must be right . ''
2.08pm update : EU has not `` negotiated in good faith '' Brexiteer MP for Wokingham , Sir John Redwood has declared the UK must walk away from talks .
He said : `` The EU have not negotiated in good faith .
`` Time to end the talks as promised . ''
1.47pm update : `` We want a deal but not at any price '' , says @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stated Brussels is ready for a deal but it must be fair .
He said today : `` We want an agreement but we want also to protect the level playing field .
`` It is a question of fairness , it is a question of jobs and of the integrity of the single market .
`` We are ready to continue to negotiate with the UK , these are difficult negotiations . ''
1.01pm update : EU can still get a deal Irish Prime minister , Micheal Martin , has claimed he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a deal .
Ahead of the EU summit today , he said : `` I think we still can get this resolved within the timeframe available to us .
`` I think where there is a will there 's a way . ''
`` With COVID-19 having such a devastating impact on society and on the economies of the United Kingdom and across Europe obviously leaders will not want to hit citizens with a shock in terms of what a no-deal would represent . ''
Dutch Prime Minister , Mark Rutte claimed the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Arriving for the EU summit today , he said : `` It would be crazy for the outside world if the UK and the EU will not be able to come to an agreement .
`` I think it 's in both our interest economically and geopolitically to get to a deal . ''
11.53am update : Former WTO chief warns no deal Brexit Britain set to look like `` football third division '' Brexiteers have been warned a no deal scenario would be `` costly '' for both sides of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ operate like a `` third division '' football team under WTO rules .
Speaking to Euronews , the former Director-General of the World Trade Organisation ( WTO ) , Pascal Lamy , warned a no deal Brexit scenario forcing the UK to trade under WTO rules would make Britain look like a `` third division football league '' team .
He said : `` WTO is not hell , it 's like the third division of the football league .
`` It 's still football , but it 's not the second division @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which the internal market is .
`` So , there will be a cost for both sides .
`` I think , at the end of the day , they should - and I 'm speaking mostly to the Brexiteers - they should understand that this cost is not necessary .
11.09am update : Eight EU member states warn Barnier `` we want UK waters '' Brexit trade talks could be set to unravel as eight EU countries warned Michel Barnier not to give an inch on fisheries .
The 'Group of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on UK fishing grounds , are urging Mr Barnier not to back down .
Irish Minister for Agriculture , Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue spoke to Mr Barnier .
Sean O'Donoghue , chief executive of the Killybegs Fishermen 's Organisation said : `` Barnier is trying to twist [ fisheries ministers ' ] arms , but my understanding is that he has n't been successful in doing that . ''
10.22am update : EU gives Michel Barnier further time to negotiate Brexit deal In a draft conclusion of the EU summit , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Barnier longer to negotiate a Brexit deal with the UK .
Snubbing Boris Johnson 's deadline , the text said Mr Barnier had the mandate to continue negotiating in the `` coming weeks '' .
It said : `` The European Council invites the Unionʼs chief negotiator to continue negotiations in the coming weeks , and calls on the UK to make the necessary moves to make an agreement possible . ''
Ahead of the commencement of the EU summit today , European Affairs Minister Clement Beaune said France will continue to protect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` Before the European Council , meetings and talks with the fishermen of Port-en-Bessin and its local leaders .
One single objective : to defend and protect the interests of fishermen .
“ We negotiate with calmness and great firmness , we ’ re fighting for French fishing.
” 9.33am update : 'Oven-ready deal ?
The oven 's off ! '
Boris has n't a CLUE in Brexit talks , says Piers Morgan Piers Morgan has revealed Boris Johnson ’ s priority is not on Brexit , even though the deadline @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU is less than 24 hours away .
In an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk , Piers Morgan claimed Boris Johnson “ hasn ’ t got a clue ” what is going on in the current post-Brexit trade talks with the EU .
The GMB host was concerned with the lack of progress and was surprised a deal had not yet been reached , considering the Prime Minister previously boasted about having an “ oven-ready Brexit deal ” .
When discussing the current state of negotiations , Mr Morgan told this website : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has a clue what he ’ s going to do.
” 9.27am update : EU must cave in to UK over Brexit talks red lines In a joint statement , German , Italian and French business organisations warned a no-deal Brexit would unleash “ cascading consequences ” , including tariffs , and delays and blockages at borders .
Germany ’ s BDI , Italy ’ s Confindustria and France ’ s Medef have called on EU leaders to “ explore all possible options to reach a solution which ensures smooth trade conditions , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between the Union and its British partner ” .
8.51am update : Sturgeon could force Boris into last-minute surrender to EU demands Nicola Sturgeon could force Boris Johnson into a humiliating last-minute surrender to Brussels ' Brexit demands , as a crunch EU summit gets underway .
Sky News ' Deputy Political Editor Sam Coates suggested that pressure from Nicola Sturgeon and the SNP could force the Prime Minister into a compromise with Brussels .
Speaking on Sky News , he said : `` When you look at other issues that are weighing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ notably there is the extraordinary poll out of Scotland suggesting that 58 percent of people would vote for independence and 42 percent for the union .
`` It is understood that a no deal Brexit would weigh in that independence argument as well .
`` So perhaps the calculation of just how far Boris will move starts to change . ''
EU diplomats have hit out at Boris Johnson over his Brexit deal deadline .
Mr Johnson has remained adamant a deal must be agreed today or the UK will leave talks .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ criticised the Prime Minister for setting deadlines which the UK ultimately misses .
One told the BBC 's Katya Adler : `` Boris Johnson swore before he 'd die in a ditch .
`` He 's set deadlines again and again and they have come and gone . ''
The UK looks set to miss Boris Johnson 's deadline today .
Mr Johnson had set today - the start of the EU summit - as the date for a deal to be agreed but EU sides have remained steadfast they will not sign @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a call with EU Council , Charles Michel and Commission Presidents , Ursula von der Leyen , the Prime Minister expressed his disappointment that a deal had not been agreed by now .
Mr Johnson will now assess the situation at the end of the EU summit tomorrow .
Seperately , the UK 's chief negotiator , Lord David Frost has indicated a deal with the EU is still possible .
However , it is now expected the deal will be agreed later this month due to the large amount of legal text @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reports .

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Lord Frost said in a Twitter post that the Prime Minister will "set out UK reactions and approach" on whether or not to continue negotiations. It comes after Mr Johnson last month indicated he would walk away from trade talks if there was no deal by the EU summit, which started today.
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The UK’s chief negotiator also hit out at the response from the European Council on post-Brexit negotiations. In a text adopted by the summit of EU leaders, they "invited" Brussels' chief negotiator Michel Barnier to continue his discussions while urging Britain to "make the necessary moves to make an agreement possible". Lord Frost tweeted: "Disappointed by the European Council conclusions on UK/EU negotiations. "(I'm) surprised the EU is no longer committed to working 'intensively' to reach a future partnership as agreed with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen on 3 October.
Boris Johnson is set to give an update on post-Brexit talks with the European Union tomorrow
"Also surprised by the suggestion that to get an agreement all future moves must come from UK. "It's an unusual approach to conducting a negotiation. "Prime Minister Boris Johnson will set out UK reactions and approach tomorrow in the light of his statement of September 7." FOLLOW BELOW FOR LIVE UPDATES:
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10.45pm update: Brexiteers rage at Verhofstadt after smug 'humble pie' tweet Guy Verhofstadt has sparked a furious reaction from Brexiteers after he claimed they have been “served a slice of humble pie” in a smug tweet. The Belgian MEP took to Twitter after EU leaders demanded the UK "make the necessary moves to make an agreement possible” following a summit in Brussels. Mr Verhofstadt gleefully tweeted: “Once again, the hard Brexiteers who dream of dividing the EU are served a slice of humble pie. The EU27 & European Parliament is united on #Brexit. A close partnership yes, but also a fair one!” But the Belgian MEP’s gloating tweet prompted an angry reaction from Brexiteers. One blasted: “Once again, you show why we were right to leave. If only you were interested in negotiating a fair deal, this could all be sorted now. Remind Macron that without a FTA there are no fish at all.” Another hit out: “Guy. Always one to intervene and make any situation worse.” 10pm update: Hannan calls for UK to ditch Withdrawal Agreement The former Conservative MEP tweeted: “No trade deal, no deal. “Rather that refusing to implement it, the UK should withdraw from the Withdrawal Agreement. “We should unilaterally guarantee the rights of EU citizens here, build no infrastructure at the Irish border and let an international tribunal work out what's owed.”
Guy Verhofstadt has sparked a furious reaction from Brexiteers after he claimed they have been “served a slice of humble pie” in a smug tweet
9.10pm update: Ex-MEP demands end to ‘political pantomime’ Unlocked presenter and former Brexit Party MEP Martin Daubney tweeted: “It's time to end this political pantomime & finally deliver a meaningful Brexit that the 17.4 million voted for over 4 years ago. “The EU don't want a deal. They want to humiliate us on the way out. “Let's go for a Clean Break Brexit. Let's finally be free of the EU!” 8.45pm update: Macron blasted over fishing demands Conservative MP Daniel Kawczynski has hit out at Emmanuel Macron after the French President demanded his country's fishermen are not "sacrificed" for a deal between the UK and the EU. Mr Kawczynski told Express.co.uk: “Macron is playing true to form. What he is saying again is highly discourteous and disrespectful. “He still hasn't got to grips with the fact that we are now an independent sovereign nation and British waters are not going to be continued to be fished by French fishermen, plundering fishing stocks. “For example, off the coast of Cornwall, 80 percent of fishing goes to the EU and there is just a tiny fraction left for British fishermen. “I have been talking to Conservative MPs today in the House of Commons and there is an absolute determination that the Government does not make any further concessions on fishing."
European Council President Charles Michel
7.10pm update: Michel says EU will decide in coming days whether it should continue with negotiations Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, European Council President Charles Michel said: "It is important to take into consideration all our conclusions and I think the message we send, it is a very clear one - we are determined to negotiate, we are determined to reach an agreement, but we know that there are some difficult topics. "It is the case for fisheries, certainly, and also for level playing field and also governance. "We intend to continue the negotiations on the basis of the mandate we have agreed and we repeat that we trust (EU chief negotiator) Michel Barnier, trust his way of working and the transparency between us. "We are united and we will make an assessment in the next days, we will see if it is possible to complete a negotiation, what will be the country's (the UK's) proposal and based on that we will make an assessment." 6.30pm update: Frost ‘disappointed’ by response from European Council on trade talks UK chief negotiator Lord Frost tweeted: "Disappointed by the European Council conclusions on UK/EU negotiations. "(I'm) surprised the EU is no longer committed to working 'intensively' to reach a future partnership as agreed with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen on 3 October. "Also surprised by the suggestion that to get an agreement all future moves must come from UK. "It's an unusual approach to conducting a negotiation. "Prime Minister Boris Johnson will set out UK reactions and approach tomorrow in the light of his statement of September 7."
Belinda de Lucy insisted the Prime Minister would have already abandoned trade talks with the EU if he had ever been serious about his threats of ending negotiations with no deal
6pm update: Brexiteer pinpoints why Boris was never serious about no deal threat A Brexiteer has accused Boris Johnson of never being serious about his threat of no deal. Former Brexit Party MEP Belinda de Lucy insisted the Prime Minister would have already abandoned trade talks with the EU if he had ever been serious about his threats of ending negotiations with no deal. Her comments come after Mr Johnson previously said he would walk away if there was no agreement by the EU summit in Brussels, which started today. Taking to Twitter, Ms de Lucy fumed: “If Boris had ever been serious about a No Deal threat to the EU we would have walked away by now.” 5.15pm update: Brexit deal can be reached despite fishing differences - Coveney A Brexit deal can be reached between the UK and the EU despite the two sides being "miles apart" on the issue of fisheries, Ireland's Foreign Affairs Minister has said. Simon Coveney told an Irish parliamentary committee meeting: "My assessment of this is a deal can be done here. I believe a deal will be done here but there's a lot of difficult work to do and I think it is going to take weeks rather than days to finalise this. "I hope that by the start of November that we will be in the space of a deal in sight." But Mr Coveney warned that by November time would be "really running out".
Richard Tice has repeated his claim that "no deal is always better than a bad deal"
4.40pm update: Tice insists ‘no deal always better than bad deal’ Brexit Party chairman Richard Tice retweeted one of his posts from July which insisted “no deal is always better than a bad deal”. He wrote on Twitter: “3 months on, this still stands.... @BorisJohnson needs to draw stumps on negotiations if no movement from the EU summit today / tomorrow. No deal always better than a bad deal.” 4pm update: Von der Leyen forced to leave EU summit and self-isolate Ursula von der Leyen has been forced to leave a crunch Brussels summit after a member of her team tested positive for COVID-19. The European Commission President announced she would go into immediate self-isolation as a precaution. The German said she had tested negative for the virus which is currently rampaging through the EU’s institutions. Writing on social media, Mrs von der Leyen said: “I have just been informed that a member of my front office has tested positive for COVID-19. “I myself have tested negative. However, as a precaution I am immediately leaving the European Council to go into self-isolation.”
Ursula von der Leyen has been forced to leave a crunch Brussels summit after a member of her team tested positive for COVID-19
3.35pm update: Macron insists France is ready for no deal French President Emmanuel Macron said: “I want to be very clear about Brexit. “We know what subjects remain to be discussed and what subjects haven’t found a solution yet: fisheries. “Our fishermen will not be the victims of Brexit. We didn’t make that choice. The British people did. So the access to British waters is a key issue in these negotiations. “The second element is to have fair conditions between the EU and the UK, which means a level playing field. We don’t want dumping to be one of the consequences of Brexit. On this issue, we also have to find an agreement. “But one thing is certain, we don’t want an agreement at any price. “If the conditions are not met, it’s possible to leave without an agreement. We are prepared for a no deal. France is ready.” 3.10pm update: Irish premier says it is very important his country's fishing communities are protected Arriving for the EU summit in Brussels, Micheal Martin said future fishing rights was one of the key issues still to be resolved in the negotiations. He said: "It is very important to us in Ireland that our coastal communities are protected in an overall deal on Brexit through a sensible and fair fisheries deal.”
French President Emmanuel Macron has insisted France is ready for no deal
2.59pm update: Xavier Bettel lashes out The Prime Minister of Luxembour has issued a furious attack on the UK today. He said ahead of the EU summit: "Brexit negotiations should come to an end because we get divorced on 31 December, but considering the behaviour of the British, also in legislative terms, we don’t know how this will end. "All subjects are important: fisheries, level playing field, solidarity is important. "We must be united. Fishing is not the main priority of my country, but it would be crazy to say we don’t care. "The EU is a club. In these situations, the fact of being united is what makes us strong." 2.08pm update: EU has not "negotiated in good faith" Brexiteer MP for Wokingham, Sir John Redwood has declared the UK must walk away from talks. He said: "The EU have not negotiated in good faith. "Time to end the talks as promised." 1.47pm update: "We want a deal but not at any price", says Charles Michel The EU Council's President stated Brussels is ready for a deal but it must be fair. He said today: "We want an agreement but we want also to protect the level playing field. "It is a question of fairness, it is a question of jobs and of the integrity of the single market. "We are ready to continue to negotiate with the UK, these are difficult negotiations."
Brexit: Ireland's Micheál Martin calls for 'fair' fisheries deal
1.01pm update: EU can still get a deal Irish Prime minister, Micheal Martin, has claimed he still expects the two sides to agree a deal. Ahead of the EU summit today, he said: "I think we still can get this resolved within the timeframe available to us. "I think where there is a will there's a way." "With COVID-19 having such a devastating impact on society and on the economies of the United Kingdom and across Europe obviously leaders will not want to hit citizens with a shock in terms of what a no-deal would represent." 12.32pm update: "Crazy" if EU and UK don't agree deal Dutch Prime Minister, Mark Rutte claimed the EU and UK must agree a deal. Arriving for the EU summit today, he said: "It would be crazy for the outside world if the UK and the EU will not be able to come to an agreement. "I think it's in both our interest economically and geopolitically to get to a deal."
Brexit live: Mark Rutte claimed a deal is essential
11.53am update: Former WTO chief warns no deal Brexit Britain set to look like "football third division" Brexiteers have been warned a no deal scenario would be "costly" for both sides of the Brexit negotiations but that the UK would operate like a "third division" football team under WTO rules. Speaking to Euronews, the former Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Pascal Lamy, warned a no deal Brexit scenario forcing the UK to trade under WTO rules would make Britain look like a "third division football league" team. He said: "WTO is not hell, it's like the third division of the football league. "It's still football, but it's not the second division and it's not the first division, which the internal market is. "So, there will be a cost for both sides. "I think, at the end of the day, they should - and I'm speaking mostly to the Brexiteers - they should understand that this cost is not necessary. "Why pay this cost?"
Brexit Live: Michel Barnier
11.09am update: Eight EU member states warn Barnier "we want UK waters" Brexit trade talks could be set to unravel as eight EU countries warned Michel Barnier not to give an inch on fisheries. The 'Group of Eight' coastal countries, which rely on UK fishing grounds, are urging Mr Barnier not to back down. Irish Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue spoke to Mr Barnier. Sean O'Donoghue, chief executive of the Killybegs Fishermen's Organisation said: "Barnier is trying to twist [fisheries ministers'] arms, but my understanding is that he hasn't been successful in doing that." 10.22am update: EU gives Michel Barnier further time to negotiate Brexit deal In a draft conclusion of the EU summit, European leaders are set to give Mr Barnier longer to negotiate a Brexit deal with the UK. Snubbing Boris Johnson's deadline, the text said Mr Barnier had the mandate to continue negotiating in the "coming weeks". It said: "The European Council invites the Unionʼs chief negotiator to continue negotiations in the coming weeks, and calls on the UK to make the necessary moves to make an agreement possible."
10.01am update: France issues warning over fisheries ahead of EU summit Ahead of the commencement of the EU summit today, European Affairs Minister Clement Beaune said France will continue to protect its fishermen throughout the talks. He said: "Before the European Council, meetings and talks with the fishermen of Port-en-Bessin and its local leaders. One single objective: to defend and protect the interests of fishermen. “We negotiate with calmness and great firmness, we’re fighting for French fishing.” 9.33am update: 'Oven-ready deal? The oven's off!' Boris hasn't a CLUE in Brexit talks, says Piers Morgan Piers Morgan has revealed Boris Johnson’s priority is not on Brexit, even though the deadline for securing a trade deal with the EU is less than 24 hours away.
In an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk, Piers Morgan claimed Boris Johnson “hasn’t got a clue” what is going on in the current post-Brexit trade talks with the EU. The GMB host was concerned with the lack of progress and was surprised a deal had not yet been reached, considering the Prime Minister previously boasted about having an “oven-ready Brexit deal”.
When discussing the current state of negotiations, Mr Morgan told this website: “I don’t think Boris Johnson has a clue what he’s going to do.”
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9.27am update: EU must cave in to UK over Brexit talks red lines In a joint statement, German, Italian and French business organisations warned a no-deal Brexit would unleash “cascading consequences”, including tariffs, and delays and blockages at borders. Germany’s BDI, Italy’s Confindustria and France’s Medef have called on EU leaders to “explore all possible options to reach a solution which ensures smooth trade conditions, while maintaining the conditions for fair competition between the Union and its British partner”. 8.51am update: Sturgeon could force Boris into last-minute surrender to EU demands Nicola Sturgeon could force Boris Johnson into a humiliating last-minute surrender to Brussels' Brexit demands, as a crunch EU summit gets underway. Sky News' Deputy Political Editor Sam Coates suggested that pressure from Nicola Sturgeon and the SNP could force the Prime Minister into a compromise with Brussels. Speaking on Sky News, he said: "When you look at other issues that are weighing on Boris Johnson's mind, most notably there is the extraordinary poll out of Scotland suggesting that 58 percent of people would vote for independence and 42 percent for the union. "It is understood that a no deal Brexit would weigh in that independence argument as well. "So perhaps the calculation of just how far Boris will move starts to change."
Brexit: Fishing 'must be on our terms' warns trawlerman
7.53am update: Brexit deal expected by early November Goldman Sachs has predicted a Brexit deal by early next month. Although the Prime Minister had set today as his deadline for a deal, analyst, Sven Jari Stehn, stated Boris Johnson's deadline nor the EU's of October 31, represented an end to negotiations. He added: "Neither the UK Prime Minister's 15 October deadline nor the European Commission's 31 October deadline constitutes a hard stop on Brexit negotiations. "This week's European Council may well feature an additional dose of political drama." "We think the perceived probability of 'no deal' will persist through the course of October. "But our core view remains that a 'thin' zero-tariff/zero-quota trade agreement will likely be struck by early November."
EU fisheries
7.37am update: He's moved the goalposts! EU diplomats have hit out at Boris Johnson over his Brexit deal deadline. Mr Johnson has remained adamant a deal must be agreed today or the UK will leave talks. Despite the threat, EU diplomats have criticised the Prime Minister for setting deadlines which the UK ultimately misses. One told the BBC's Katya Adler: "Boris Johnson swore before he'd die in a ditch. "He's set deadlines again and again and they have come and gone."
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-16--EU CAVES: Merkel admits 'some movement' on Brexit as Brussels desperately pushes for deal

`` In some places there was movement , in other places there is still a lot of work to do , '' she told reporters .
`` For us , it is important that Ireland can continue to live in peace , that we secure the single market , but we know that Great Britain aims for a certain measure of independence , that it is no longer member of the European Union .
In this spirit we have asked Michel Barnier to continue the negotiations , '' she added , with reference to the bloc 's chief negotiator .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to remain ready for compromise on an agreement , '' Merkel added .
The German Chancellor said that if necessary the EU will “ live without ” an agreement .
But she added : “ I believe it would be better to have such an agreement . ''
It comes after EU leaders called for post-Brexit trade talks to continue beyond the end of the week , a deadline suggested by Boris Johnson .
The two-day summit began on Thursday in Brussels .
The EU leaders demanded that the UK “ make necessary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Barnier , EU chief negotiator , said intensive talks should aim to reach a deal around the end of October .
However , his UK counterpart Lord David Frost said he was “ disappointed ” by the EU ’ s approach .
READ MORE : Brexiteer pinpoints why Boris was NEVER serious about no deal threat Posting on Twitter , Mr Frost said : “ Surprised EU is no longer committed to working ‘ intensively ’ to reach a future partnership as agreed with Ursula von der Leyen on 3 October .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an agreement all future moves must come from UK .
It 's an unusual approach to conducting a negotiation.
” Mr Frost said the prime minister will “ set out the UK reactions and approach ” on Friday .
Mr Frost said the prime minister will “ set out the UK reactions and approach ” on Friday .
At the summit in Brussels , the EU leaders previously raised their “ concern ” that progress in ongoing negotiations with the UK was “ still not sufficient for an agreement to be reached ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to walk away from these ridiculous Brexit talks [ COMMENT ] The five issues UK and EU officials remain far apart on [ UPDATE ] Truth behind Macron 's 'aggressive ' fishing stance laid bare [ INSIGHT ] The leaders agreed that the 27 member states and EU institutions would `` step up their work on preparedness and readiness at all levels and for all outcomes '' before the end of the transition period .
At a news conference , Mr Barnier said the EU wa ready to continue negotiations “ until the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` We want to give these discussions every chance of being successful so that we secure an agreement.
” The EU chief negotiator also proposed a two-week extension to Mr Johnson ’ s 15 October deadline .
Mr Barnier said his team would travel to London for talks next week and host negotiations in Brussels the week after .

Angela Merkel reported "some movement" on Thursday in talks between European Union leaders
"In some places there was movement, in other places there is still a lot of work to do," she told reporters. "For us, it is important that Ireland can continue to live in peace, that we secure the single market, but we know that Great Britain aims for a certain measure of independence, that it is no longer member of the European Union. In this spirit we have asked Michel Barnier to continue the negotiations," she added, with reference to the bloc's chief negotiator."
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"We have asked Great Britain to remain ready for compromise on an agreement," Merkel added. The German Chancellor said that if necessary the EU will “live without” an agreement. But she added: “I believe it would be better to have such an agreement." It comes after EU leaders called for post-Brexit trade talks to continue beyond the end of the week, a deadline suggested by Boris Johnson.
Angela Merkel said: “I believe it would be better to have such an agreement"
The two-day summit began on Thursday in Brussels. The EU leaders demanded that the UK “make necessary moves” towards a deal. Michel Barnier, EU chief negotiator, said intensive talks should aim to reach a deal around the end of October. However, his UK counterpart Lord David Frost said he was “disappointed” by the EU’s approach. READ MORE: Brexiteer pinpoints why Boris was NEVER serious about no deal threat
Lord David Frost said he was “disappointed” by the EU’s approach
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Posting on Twitter, Mr Frost said: “Surprised EU is no longer committed to working ‘intensively’ to reach a future partnership as agreed with Ursula von der Leyen on 3 October. “Also surprised by suggestion that to get an agreement all future moves must come from UK. It's an unusual approach to conducting a negotiation.” Mr Frost said the prime minister will “set out the UK reactions and approach” on Friday. Mr Frost said the prime minister will “set out the UK reactions and approach” on Friday. At the summit in Brussels, the EU leaders previously raised their “concern” that progress in ongoing negotiations with the UK was “still not sufficient for an agreement to be reached”. DON'T MISS
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Michel Barnier said intensive talks should aim to reach a deal around the end of October
Boris Johnson will “set out the UK reactions and approach” on Friday
The leaders agreed that the 27 member states and EU institutions would "step up their work on preparedness and readiness at all levels and for all outcomes" before the end of the transition period. At a news conference, Mr Barnier said the EU wa ready to continue negotiations “until the last possible day”. He added: "We want to give these discussions every chance of being successful so that we secure an agreement.” The EU chief negotiator also proposed a two-week extension to Mr Johnson’s 15 October deadline. Mr Barnier said his team would travel to London for talks next week and host negotiations in Brussels the week after.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-16--Corbyn’s legacy GONE: ‘Last remaining’ Corbynite on Labour front-bench resigns

Dan Carden wrote to Sir Keir to offer his resignation as Shadow Financial Secretary to the Treasury as part of a rebellion over the Covert Human Intelligence Sources ( CHIS ) Bill .
The Labour MP for Liverpool Walton said that as a `` matter of conscience '' , he was voting against the Bill in the House of commons on Thursday evening , saying the proposed legislation sets `` dangerous new precedents '' on the rule of law and civil liberties .
The Bill would grant undercover agents wide-ranging legal rights to commit crimes in the course of their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Daily Mirror Political Editor Pippa Crerar tweeted : `` I could be wrong , but I believe that Dan Carden was the last remaining Corbynite on the Labour front-bench . ''
Mr Carden 's resignation letter came hours before Sir Keir suffered a humiliating blow after 34 Labour MPs - including Jeremy Corbyn - defied the party whip over the so-called `` spy cops '' law .
The Liverpool Walton MP had already said earlier today he intended to vote against the Bill , thereby breaking the party whip to abstain .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Keir : `` In these circumstances , I am offering my resignation from your front bench .
`` On this occasion I am resolute that as a matter of conscience I must use my voice and my vote on behalf of my constituents to object to legislation that sets dangerous new precedents on the rule of law and civil liberties in this country .
`` At the second reading , I followed the party whip to abstain in the hope that I could work constructively to shift the party 's position towards opposing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It is now clear that this has not been possible .
`` We have spoken at length on these matters and I know you have settled on yours and the party 's position from your own experience and with sincerity .
READ MORE : Boris told not to cave and call two-week total lockdown '' You will understand that as a Liverpool MP and trade unionist , I share the deep concerns about this legislation from across the labour movement , human rights organisations , and so many who have suffered the abuse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the Hillsborough families and survivors . ''
But despite resigning from the Labour front bench , he insisted Sir Keir still maintains his full backing .
Mr Carden continued in his letter : `` My focus now and in the months ahead will remain on representing by Liverpool Walton constituency and fighting for the people of my city as we face the huge challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic . ''
Several high-profile Labour MPs backed their colleague ’ s decision to resign from the front bench in opposition to the Bill @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than MPs who think they know what they 're doing [ OPINION ] Andrew Neil predicts major Boris U-turn - ‘ Almost certain to happen ' [ COMMENT ] PMQs : ‘ He didn ’ t even turn up !
’ Boris rages at Starmer [ VIDEO ] Diane Abbott , the Labour MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington who was also Shadow Home Secretary under Jeremy Corbyn , tweeted : `` Solidarity Dan .
Your constituents will be very proud of you . ''
Dawn Butler , the Labour MP for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dan .
This is never an easy thing to do .
`` Liverpool is lucky to have you represent their voice in Parliament .
`` I will be joining you voting against this bill .
As I think there needs to be further safeguards on the face of the bill . ''
This evening in the House of Commons , Sir Keir was hit by a series of resignations as he suffered a major rebellion over the Bill .

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Dan Carden wrote to Sir Keir to offer his resignation as Shadow Financial Secretary to the Treasury as part of a rebellion over the Covert Human Intelligence Sources (CHIS) Bill. The Labour MP for Liverpool Walton said that as a "matter of conscience", he was voting against the Bill in the House of commons on Thursday evening, saying the proposed legislation sets "dangerous new precedents" on the rule of law and civil liberties. The Bill would grant undercover agents wide-ranging legal rights to commit crimes in the course of their work.
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Commenting on the latest resignation, Daily Mirror Political Editor Pippa Crerar tweeted: "I could be wrong, but I believe that Dan Carden was the last remaining Corbynite on the Labour front-bench." Mr Carden's resignation letter came hours before Sir Keir suffered a humiliating blow after 34 Labour MPs - including Jeremy Corbyn - defied the party whip over the so-called "spy cops" law. The Liverpool Walton MP had already said earlier today he intended to vote against the Bill, thereby breaking the party whip to abstain. He said in his letter to Sir Keir: "In these circumstances, I am offering my resignation from your front bench.
Dan Carden resigned as Shadow Financial Secretary to the Treasury
Keir Starmer has been hit by a series of resignations
"On this occasion I am resolute that as a matter of conscience I must use my voice and my vote on behalf of my constituents to object to legislation that sets dangerous new precedents on the rule of law and civil liberties in this country. "At the second reading, I followed the party whip to abstain in the hope that I could work constructively to shift the party's position towards opposing the bill at third reading. "It is now clear that this has not been possible. "We have spoken at length on these matters and I know you have settled on yours and the party's position from your own experience and with sincerity. READ MORE: Boris told not to cave and call two-week total lockdown
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Dan Carden's resignation letter to Labour leader Keir Starmer
"You will understand that as a Liverpool MP and trade unionist, I share the deep concerns about this legislation from across the labour movement, human rights organisations, and so many who have suffered the abuse of state power, from blacklisted workers to the Hillsborough families and survivors." But despite resigning from the Labour front bench, he insisted Sir Keir still maintains his full backing. Mr Carden continued in his letter: "My focus now and in the months ahead will remain on representing by Liverpool Walton constituency and fighting for the people of my city as we face the huge challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic." Several high-profile Labour MPs backed their colleague’s decision to resign from the front bench in opposition to the Bill. DON'T MISS
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Diane Abbott, the Labour MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington who was also Shadow Home Secretary under Jeremy Corbyn, tweeted: "Solidarity Dan. Your constituents will be very proud of you." Dawn Butler, the Labour MP for Brent Central, tweeted: "Solidarity Dan. This is never an easy thing to do. "Liverpool is lucky to have you represent their voice in Parliament. "I will be joining you voting against this bill. As I think there needs to be further safeguards on the face of the bill." This evening in the House of Commons, Sir Keir was hit by a series of resignations as he suffered a major rebellion over the Bill.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-16--Starmer humiliated: Seven frontbenchers quit as 34 Labour MPs ignore Keir's orders on vote

The Labour leader is facing a series of resignations , with Margaret Greenwood quitting as shadow schools minister and Dan Carden stepping down from his post as a shadow Treasury minister so they could vote against the Covert Human Intelligence Sources ( CHIS ) Bill .
Parliamentary private secretaries Navendu Mishra , Kim Johnson , Mary Foy , Rachel Hopkins and Sarah Owen have also resigned .
The group of MPs who opposed the legislation included former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn , ex-shadow chancellor John McDonnell and former shadow home secretary Diane Abbott .
The Bill would grant wide-ranging legal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the course of their work .
Liverpool Walton MP Mr Carden said he voted against the legislation as a `` matter of conscience ” .
He insisted the Bill sets `` dangerous new precedents '' on the rule of law and civil liberties .
Mr Mishra said he believed voting against the legislation `` sends a clearer message about the strength of our concerns '' .
READ MORE : Labour civil war : Momentum ’ s call for founder to LEAVE group Closing the committee stage debate for the Opposition , shadow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in his party do not have a `` monopoly on principles '' .
He told the Commons : `` I think they 're wrong but it does n't mean I do n't respect the arguments they have put forward .
`` All I would say gently is that those who oppose the Bill in its entirety do n't have the monopoly on principles and nor are they the sole moral arbiters when it comes to forming a view on the measures in the Bill . ''
DO N'T MISS Thatcher ’ s rottweiler @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Party [ COMMENT ] Boris told not to cave and call two-week total lockdown [ INSIGHT ] Labour 's plans would make the poor poorer , according to WHO [ VIDEO ] In his resignation letter to Sir Keir , Mr Carden said : `` We have spoken at length on these matters and I know you have settled on yours and the party 's position from your own experience and with sincerity .
`` You will understand that as a Liverpool MP and trade unionist , I share the deep concerns about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , human rights organisations , and so many who have suffered the abuse of state power , from blacklisted workers to the Hillsborough families and survivors . ''
He said he fully supported the Labour leader , adding : `` My focus now and in the months ahead will remain on representing my Liverpool Walton constituency and fighting for the people of my city as we face the huge challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic . ''
Home Secretary Priti Patel criticised Labour for not backing the Bill .

Labour MP Carden explains why he’s voting against CHIS Bill
The Labour leader told his MPs to abstain on a vote on the so-called "spy cops" law. But 34 ignored Sir Keir’s order and opposed the legislation.
The Labour leader is facing a series of resignations, with Margaret Greenwood quitting as shadow schools minister and Dan Carden stepping down from his post as a shadow Treasury minister so they could vote against the Covert Human Intelligence Sources (CHIS) Bill. Parliamentary private secretaries Navendu Mishra, Kim Johnson, Mary Foy, Rachel Hopkins and Sarah Owen have also resigned. The group of MPs who opposed the legislation included former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, ex-shadow chancellor John McDonnell and former shadow home secretary Diane Abbott. The Bill would grant wide-ranging legal rights to undercover agents to commit crimes in the course of their work.
Sir Keir Starmer has been hit by a major rebellion over the so-called ‘spy cops’ law
The Labour leader told his MPs to abstain on the third reading of the Covert Human Intelligence Sources (CHIS) Bill
Liverpool Walton MP Mr Carden said he voted against the legislation as a "matter of conscience”. He insisted the Bill sets "dangerous new precedents" on the rule of law and civil liberties. Mr Mishra said he believed voting against the legislation "sends a clearer message about the strength of our concerns". READ MORE: Labour civil war: Momentum’s call for founder to LEAVE group
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The group of MPs who opposed the legislation included former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, ex-shadow chancellor John McDonnell and former shadow home secretary Diane Abbott
Closing the committee stage debate for the Opposition, shadow Home Office minister Conor McGinn said rebels in his party do not have a "monopoly on principles". He told the Commons: "I think they're wrong but it doesn't mean I don't respect the arguments they have put forward. "All I would say gently is that those who oppose the Bill in its entirety don't have the monopoly on principles and nor are they the sole moral arbiters when it comes to forming a view on the measures in the Bill." DON'T MISS
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In his resignation letter to Sir Keir, Mr Carden said: "We have spoken at length on these matters and I know you have settled on yours and the party's position from your own experience and with sincerity. "You will understand that as a Liverpool MP and trade unionist, I share the deep concerns about this legislation from across the labour movement, human rights organisations, and so many who have suffered the abuse of state power, from blacklisted workers to the Hillsborough families and survivors." He said he fully supported the Labour leader, adding: "My focus now and in the months ahead will remain on representing my Liverpool Walton constituency and fighting for the people of my city as we face the huge challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic." Home Secretary Priti Patel criticised Labour for not backing the Bill.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--Boris urged NOT to extend the Brexit deadline as PM hands EU an extra 24 hours

Last month , the Prime Minister gave the EU up until today to secure a post-Brexit trade deal with the UK in order to allow plenty of time for an agreement to be ratified by the end of the transition period in December .
As neither side has been able to come an agreement , with issues on fishing rights remaining a top priority , Mr Johnson has allowed an extra 24 hours for the crucial Brexit talks .
But an Express.co.uk poll - which ran from 2pm to 10pm today - asked whether the Prime Minister should extend the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ staggering 10,458 votes with 97 percent ( 10,096 ) warning the Prime Minister not to extend the deadlines any further .
Just three percent ( 327 ) said he should , while 35 people said they didn ’ t know .
One person said : “ This wavering by our government is n't doing UK industries and businesses any good at all .
“ They need to know where they stand now .
Not tomorrow .
“ Put your big boys trousers on Boris , and tell them it 's definitely NO DEAL.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hell No !
!
!
He should never have given them an extra 24 hours .
READ MORE : The five issues UK and EU officials remain far apart on “ They have done nothing but demand the same fishing quotas they had before Brexit , and ca n't be bothered to do a fair trade deal , well tough they ca n't have it .
“ Now it 's time to say Bye Bye EU No-Deal .
We come out on WTO.
” A third reader simply said : “ He should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ These talks are over .
No Deal .
It ’ s time to walk away from talking to the EU.
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They said : ” If Boris backs down tomorrow then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ If he is not up to the job then stand aside and let someone with balls take over.
” Another reader said : “ Surely he ca n't be that stupid .
“ He 'd be handing the advantage to the EU on a plate .
“ They will see him as weak as [ Theresa ] May and double down on their demands.
” While a fifth reader wrote : “ EU has had enough time .
If nothing happens by tonight .
“ I doubt anything but trying to delay .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

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Last month, the Prime Minister gave the EU up until today to secure a post-Brexit trade deal with the UK in order to allow plenty of time for an agreement to be ratified by the end of the transition period in December.
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As neither side has been able to come an agreement, with issues on fishing rights remaining a top priority, Mr Johnson has allowed an extra 24 hours for the crucial Brexit talks. But an Express.co.uk poll - which ran from 2pm to 10pm today - asked whether the Prime Minister should extend the deadline again. The poll received a staggering 10,458 votes with 97 percent (10,096) warning the Prime Minister not to extend the deadlines any further. Just three percent (327) said he should, while 35 people said they didn’t know.
Boris urged not to extend Brexit deadline again
Boris urged not to extend Brexit deadline again
One person said: “This wavering by our government isn't doing UK industries and businesses any good at all. “They need to know where they stand now. Not tomorrow. “Put your big boys trousers on Boris, and tell them it's definitely NO DEAL.” A second person added: “Hell No!!! He should never have given them an extra 24 hours. READ MORE: The five issues UK and EU officials remain far apart on
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A fourth person said if Mr Johnson backs down again he should resign. They said: ”If Boris backs down tomorrow then he should resign. Simple. “If he is not up to the job then stand aside and let someone with balls take over.” Another reader said: “Surely he can't be that stupid.
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“He'd be handing the advantage to the EU on a plate. “They will see him as weak as [Theresa] May and double down on their demands.” While a fifth reader wrote: “EU has had enough time. If nothing happens by tonight. “I doubt anything but trying to delay. Just say good bye. No deal.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--‘Disrespectful’ Macron blasted after fisheries power grab as Boris warned ‘don’t concede!’

The French President issued the latest warning as he arrived for the crunch two-day European Council summit of EU leaders in Brussels , where it is hoped progress can be made over a post-Brexit trade deal .
Intense negotiations are ongoing between the two sides , but significant gaps remain on a number of red lines , predominantly the thorny issue of fisheries , with agreement seemingly a long way off .
Mr Macron warned on Thursday `` our fishermen will not be the victims of Brexit '' , and added : `` We didn ’ t make that choice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also warning France is ready for a no deal outcome .
But this has sparked a furious reaction from Brexiteer Daniel Kawczynski , who described the comments from Mr Macron as `` highly discourteous and disrespectful '' .
He accused the French President of still failing to understand the UK has now become a sovereign state and that French fishermen will no longer be able to fish in British waters after Brexit .
The Conservative MP for Shrewsbury and Atcham said there is an `` absolute determination '' that the government should not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on fisheries .
Mr Kawczynski told Express.co.uk : “ Macron is playing true to form .
What he is saying again is highly discourteous and disrespectful .
“ He still has n't got to grips with the fact that we are now an independent sovereign nation and British waters are not going to be continued to be fished by French fishermen , plundering fishing stocks .
“ For example , off the coast of Cornwall , 80 percent of fishing goes to the EU and there is just a tiny fraction left for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talking to Conservative MPs today in the House of Commons and there is an absolute determination that the Government does not make any further concessions on fishing . ''
Mr Kawczynski has urged the UK to walk away from the negotiating table without a Brexit trade deal in place if an agreement ca n't be reached on fisheries .
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Bettel explodes He continued : “ The trade deficit for the EU is now approaching £90billion a year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three times as many tariffs to our exchequer as we will have to pay them .
“ If the EU is not prepared to do a deal on this , then we need to walk away without a deal and revert to the Australian WTO model . ''
Mr Macron made his latest threat on fisheries as he arrived for the beginning of a crucial two-day European Council Summit in Brussels .
The French President has been outspoken in his defence of rights he believes should be granted to French fishermen after Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to drop their stance .
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VOTE [ POLL ] Michel Barnier defies stubborn EU27 with offer to rescue Brexit talks [ VIDEO ] Frost puts UK on no-deal brink as EU 'no longer committed ' to talks [ COMMENT ] He said earlier today : `` I want to be very clear about Brexit .
We know what subjects remain to be discussed and what subjects haven ’ t found a solution yet : fisheries .
`` Our fishermen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
We didn ’ t make that choice .
The British people did .
`` So the access to British waters is a key issue in these negotiations .
“ But one thing is certain , we don ’ t want an agreement at any price .

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The French President issued the latest warning as he arrived for the crunch two-day European Council summit of EU leaders in Brussels, where it is hoped progress can be made over a post-Brexit trade deal. Intense negotiations are ongoing between the two sides, but significant gaps remain on a number of red lines, predominantly the thorny issue of fisheries, with agreement seemingly a long way off. Mr Macron warned on Thursday "our fishermen will not be the victims of Brexit", and added: "We didn’t make that choice. The British people did," also warning France is ready for a no deal outcome.
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But this has sparked a furious reaction from Brexiteer Daniel Kawczynski, who described the comments from Mr Macron as "highly discourteous and disrespectful". He accused the French President of still failing to understand the UK has now become a sovereign state and that French fishermen will no longer be able to fish in British waters after Brexit. The Conservative MP for Shrewsbury and Atcham said there is an "absolute determination" that the government should not make any further concessions to the EU on fisheries. Mr Kawczynski told Express.co.uk: “Macron is playing true to form. What he is saying again is highly discourteous and disrespectful.
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“He still hasn't got to grips with the fact that we are now an independent sovereign nation and British waters are not going to be continued to be fished by French fishermen, plundering fishing stocks. “For example, off the coast of Cornwall, 80 percent of fishing goes to the EU and there is just a tiny fraction left for British fishermen. “I have been talking to Conservative MPs today in the House of Commons and there is an absolute determination that the Government does not make any further concessions on fishing." Mr Kawczynski has urged the UK to walk away from the negotiating table without a Brexit trade deal in place if an agreement can't be reached on fisheries. READ MORE: Brexit LIVE: 'We don't know how this will END!' Bettel explodes
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He continued: “The trade deficit for the EU is now approaching £90billion a year, and they will have to pay three times as many tariffs to our exchequer as we will have to pay them. “If the EU is not prepared to do a deal on this, then we need to walk away without a deal and revert to the Australian WTO model." Mr Macron made his latest threat on fisheries as he arrived for the beginning of a crucial two-day European Council Summit in Brussels. The French President has been outspoken in his defence of rights he believes should be granted to French fishermen after Brexit and has continued to warn the UK to drop their stance. DON'T MISS
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He said earlier today: "I want to be very clear about Brexit. We know what subjects remain to be discussed and what subjects haven’t found a solution yet: fisheries. "Our fishermen will not be the victims of Brexit. We didn’t make that choice. The British people did. "So the access to British waters is a key issue in these negotiations. “But one thing is certain, we don’t want an agreement at any price.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--BREXIT PLEA: Desperate Spanish PM says UK deal is 'ESSENTIAL' - 'We need certainty'

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In a desperate plea to Brexit negotiatiors , the Spanish leader said a deal is `` essential '' for his country 's economic stability at a moment of deep crisis .
He said : `` For Spain , a Brexit agreement is essential , not only because of the historical relations we have with the United Kingdom , but also because of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` The government of Spain fully supports our EU negotiator Michel Barnier and we hope to reach an agreement that provides certainty and confidence in these tough COVID-19 times .
European Union leaders are meeting in Brussels on Thursday and Friday to pressure Britain for concessions in their troubled Brexit talks , saying a trillion euros worth of trade could be sunk if London does not budge on fisheries , fair competition and solving disputes .
Months of painstaking talks have narrowed the gaps on issues from energy ties to coordinating social @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transition period after leaving the bloc ends .
But the three most contentious areas have barred a deal on a new partnership between the EU and Britain , with businesses and markets increasingly jittery about uncertain trading rules as the year-end deadline to put a deal in place nears .
READ MORE : Enough stalling !
It 's time to WALK AWAY from Europe TODAY

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In a desperate plea to Brexit negotiatiors, the Spanish leader said a deal is "essential" for his country's economic stability at a moment of deep crisis. He said: "For Spain, a Brexit agreement is essential, not only because of the historical relations we have with the United Kingdom, but also because of the social and economic interests that we share.
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"The government of Spain fully supports our EU negotiator Michel Barnier and we hope to reach an agreement that provides certainty and confidence in these tough COVID-19 times. European Union leaders are meeting in Brussels on Thursday and Friday to pressure Britain for concessions in their troubled Brexit talks, saying a trillion euros worth of trade could be sunk if London does not budge on fisheries, fair competition and solving disputes. Months of painstaking talks have narrowed the gaps on issues from energy ties to coordinating social benefits from 2021 when Britain's standstill transition period after leaving the bloc ends. But the three most contentious areas have barred a deal on a new partnership between the EU and Britain, with businesses and markets increasingly jittery about uncertain trading rules as the year-end deadline to put a deal in place nears. READ MORE: Enough stalling! It's time to WALK AWAY from Europe TODAY
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Leaders want a fair deal with the United Kingdom on its post-Brexit relations with the bloc, but not at any price, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Thursday. "We want a deal, but obviously not at any price. It has to be a fair agreement that serves the interests of both sides. This is worth every effort," Merkel told reporters on her arrival for an EU summit in Brussels. French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday France was ready for a no-deal should Britain refuse to agree to conditions for a future relationship that would preserve French fishermen's rights in British waters and non-dumping rules.
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Brexit news: Emmanuel Macron said France is 'ready' for no deal
"In no case shall our fishermen be sacrificed for Brexit," Macron told reporters as he arrived at a summit of EU leaders in Brussels. "If these conditions are not met, it's possible we won't have a deal. If the right terms can't be found at the end of these discussions, we're ready for a no-deal for our future relations," he added. Italy's' Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte also said Italy wanted a fair trade deal with Britain but not at any cost. DON'T MISS:
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