thedailyexpress--2020-09-12--Brexit POLL: After clinching Japan trade deal, which should be UK's next priority? VOTE

On Friday the UK secured a historic agreement with Japan , Britain ’ s first Brexit trade deal .
The Department for International Trade said in a statement on Friday : “ The UK has secured a free trade agreement with Japan , which is the UK ’ s first major trade deal as an independent trading nation and will increase trade with Japan by an estimated £15.2billion .
`` The UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement was agreed in principle by International Trade Secretary Liz Truss and Japan ’ s Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu on a video call this morning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The deal is tailored to the UK economy and secures additional benefits beyond the EU-Japan trade deal , giving UK companies exporting to Japan a competitive advantage in a number of areas .
`` It will help to create jobs and drive economic growth throughout the whole of the UK . ''
Following the news of the trade deal , Express.co.uk is asking which country the UK should prioritise next ?
Ca n't see this Brexit poll ?
Click here to open in your browser Should Britain focus on negotiations with the EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ And who do you think will be Britain ’ s most important trade partner in 2021 , the first year after the UK has fully left the EU ?
Do you think it will be Japan , the US , the EU or another country ?
New legislation tabled on Wednesday revealed Boris Johnson plans to alter several key elements of the Brexit divorce deal agreed with Brussels .
The EU and even Tory MPs have reacted to the news with fury , as the move could prompt the bloc to pull the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - forcing the UK to leave without a deal .
JUST IN : Brexit deal COMPLETE : UK signs historic first trade deal EU leaders held emergency talks in London on Thursday about the plans to override the Brexit deal , which even the Government admitted was a breach of international law .
But at the meeting cabinet minister Michael Gove insisted the Government `` could not and would not '' drop measures in legislation tabled earlier this week .
It prompted European Commission vice-president Maros Sefcovic to accuse the UK of an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ law , putting the ongoing trade talks in jeopardy .
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Is the Prime Minister right to “ breach ” international law to ensure a clean break from Brussels ?
The plans to override the divorce deal with only be implemented if a trade agreement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has also condemned Britain over its plans to alter parts of the Brexit deal .
Nancy Pelosi , Speaker of the United States House of Representatives , has warned that Britain will be unable to secure a trade deal with the US if it does anything to undermine the Northern Ireland peace treaty .


thedailyexpress--2020-09-12--Ex-Labour MP Flint ignites fury of Corbynistas as she details why 'toxic' party lost

Former Labour Party MP Caroline Flint sparked a huge backlash online after she attacked her ex-boss , Jeremy Corbyn , on BBC Newsnight .
Ms Flint , who lost her seat in the 2019 general election , pointed to Mr Corbyn 's `` disconnected '' policies as one of the reasons why the Opposition party suffered in December .
She was accused of being `` extremely bitter '' by furious Twitter users .
The ex-MP said : `` Some of these policy developments are n't just about Corbyn , they 're about Labour facing the challenges of today .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will take policies like the Green Industrial Revolution forward .
`` But Keir Starmer is not going to put up with the toxic way in which Momentum , which Owen Jones promoted , developed an anti-Semitic , racist and extremist angry voice within our party that lost us the general election .
`` The problem for the Labour Party is that we 've come out of a defeat in 2019 , 2017 , 2015 , 2010 . ''
READ MORE : Matt Hancock in stitches at question about Corbyn running the country Ms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we won an election was 2005 , and the disconnect between the party and our cities and those university towns of middle class liberals and working class communities that dominate in our small towns has widened .
`` It 's widened further under Jeremy Corbyn , and there needs to be a way back .
`` Yes it 's good to have progressive policies on climate change and economics and so forth .
`` But at the same time really understand and listen to those working class values that Jeremy Corbyn actually did @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see this Brexit poll ?
Click here to open in your browser Twitter user Eddie Bennett was furious : `` How embarrassing was that from Caroline Flint ?
Everyone else was to blame for her losing her seat .
Nothing to do with her continuous disloyalty , supposedly . ''
Thomas James was equally annoyed : `` I despise Caroline Flint .
She embodies everything that is wrong with the opportunist , careerist and xenophobic right wing of Labour . ''
Janet added : `` Look at nasty Caroline Flint , the smirking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ N'T MISS Labour peer savages Boris Johnson Brexit plan as 'stinking hypocrisy ' [ VIDEO ] Kuenssberg reveals key reason Keir Starmer desperate to avoid Brexit [ ANALYSIS ] Labour Hilary Benn condemns Boris plans to axe foreign aid body [ INSIGHT ] Sam Bell also wrote : `` Anyone listening to Newsnight ?
An extremely bitter Caroline Flint having an extremely bitter rant about Jeremy Corbyn and Owen Jones .
Quite sad really .
I 'm not sure what the point was of having her on the programme . ''
However , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as user Derek Kliger defended her take : `` The Corbyn brigade still don ’ t get it , do they ?
They ruined their party and the country had no option but to vote for Boris .
The likes of Caroline Flint are absolutely right . ''
Another tweet read : `` If Labour were made up of MPs like Flint they might stand a chance of getting elected to Government .
The current crop of extremists , halfwits and a leader who stands for nothing in particular will never win .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the few Labour people who truly understand why they got bummed at the last election .
Same old Labour : clueless ! ''
Even former MEP , Claire Fox , chipped in : `` Ouch .
Caroline Flint speaking truth to power i.e to those who wielded power in Labour .
Inevitably her accurate description of gap between Corbynistas & values of working class , now being denounced on here as appeasing gammon .
What ?
Still not listening . ''

Caroline Flint outlines 'major problems' within the Labour party
Former Labour Party MP Caroline Flint sparked a huge backlash online after she attacked her ex-boss, Jeremy Corbyn, on BBC Newsnight. Ms Flint, who lost her seat in the 2019 general election, pointed to Mr Corbyn's "disconnected" policies as one of the reasons why the Opposition party suffered in December. She was accused of being "extremely bitter" by furious Twitter users.
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The ex-MP said: "Some of these policy developments aren't just about Corbyn, they're about Labour facing the challenges of today. "There's no doubt that Keir Starmer will take policies like the Green Industrial Revolution forward. "But Keir Starmer is not going to put up with the toxic way in which Momentum, which Owen Jones promoted, developed an anti-Semitic, racist and extremist angry voice within our party that lost us the general election. "The problem for the Labour Party is that we've come out of a defeat in 2019, 2017, 2015, 2010." READ MORE: Matt Hancock in stitches at question about Corbyn running the country
Ex-Labour Caroline Flint ignites fury of Corbynistas as she details why 'toxic' party lost
'It's widened further under Jeremy Corbyn, and there needs to be a way back.'
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Ms Flint continued: "The last time we won an election was 2005, and the disconnect between the party and our cities and those university towns of middle class liberals and working class communities that dominate in our small towns has widened. "It's widened further under Jeremy Corbyn, and there needs to be a way back. "Yes it's good to have progressive policies on climate change and economics and so forth. "But at the same time really understand and listen to those working class values that Jeremy Corbyn actually didn't listen to." Can't see this Brexit poll? Click here to open in your browser
'Look at nasty Caroline Flint, the smirking assassin, lying smug.'
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-12--‘Protect our country from EU!’ Boris Johnson issues rallying cry for support for new Bill

Earlier this week it emerged Boris Johnson planned to override certain key aspects of the Withdrawal Agreement ( WA ) , the document that sets out the terms of Britain ’ s exit from the EU .
The news has prompted an outcry from Brussels , who accuse the UK Government of breaking trust and breaching international law if it goes ahead with the move .
But Mr Johnson has sought to defend his Government ’ s tough approach and said the changes , outlined in the Internal Markets Bill , are vitally needed .
He wrote on Twitter : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ take their threats off the table .
“ And let ’ s get this Bill through , back up our negotiators , and protect our country.
” The Prime Minister has also produced a lengthy comment piece in defence of the new Bill , which is due to be debated in the Commons next week .
Writing in the Daily Telegraph , Mr Johnson claims EU negotiators have seriously misunderstood the terms of the WA that was reached last October .
He said : “ We are now hearing that , unless we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the EU will use an extreme interpretation of the Northern Ireland protocol to impose a full-scale trade border down the Irish Sea .
“ We are being told that the EU will not only impose tariffs on goods moving from Great Britain to Northern Ireland but that they might actually stop the transport of food products from GB to NI.
” The Prime Minister warned that if the EU carried out such plans , the Northern Ireland peace treaty would be in jeopardy .
JUST IN : ‘ Keep your meddling EU nose @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rant Mr Johnson said the UK is keen to implement the protocol “ to protect the integrity of their Single Market and to keep a fluid North-South border ” but does not trust the EU to abide by its word .
He said : “ We can not leave the theoretical power to carve up our country – to divide it – in the hands of an international organisation .
“ We have to protect the UK from that disaster , and that is why we have devised a legal safety net – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to clarify the position and to sort out the inconsistencies.
” The Prime Minister said the Bill protects jobs and growth within the UK by preventing barriers to trade between the nations and regions .
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Britain on track for £100BN boom outside EU [ ANALYSIS He said the plans would also protect the free flow of goods and services between Northern Ireland and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ added : “ It is therefore crucial for peace , and for the Union itself .
“ We must get this Bill through.
” The Internal Markets Bill was introduced to the House of Commons on September 9 and will have its Second Reading on Monday September 14 .

Brexit: Michael Gove says EU demands could ‘damage’ UK
Earlier this week it emerged Boris Johnson planned to override certain key aspects of the Withdrawal Agreement (WA), the document that sets out the terms of Britain’s exit from the EU. The news has prompted an outcry from Brussels, who accuse the UK Government of breaking trust and breaching international law if it goes ahead with the move.
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But Mr Johnson has sought to defend his Government’s tough approach and said the changes, outlined in the Internal Markets Bill, are vitally needed. He wrote on Twitter: “Let’s make the EU take their threats off the table. “And let’s get this Bill through, back up our negotiators, and protect our country.” The Prime Minister has also produced a lengthy comment piece in defence of the new Bill, which is due to be debated in the Commons next week.
Boris Johnson has issued a rallying cry for support for his plans to alter the terms of the WA
Brexit trade talks with the EU were held this week
Writing in the Daily Telegraph, Mr Johnson claims EU negotiators have seriously misunderstood the terms of the WA that was reached last October. He said: “We are now hearing that, unless we agree to the EU's terms, the EU will use an extreme interpretation of the Northern Ireland protocol to impose a full-scale trade border down the Irish Sea. “We are being told that the EU will not only impose tariffs on goods moving from Great Britain to Northern Ireland but that they might actually stop the transport of food products from GB to NI.” The Prime Minister warned that if the EU carried out such plans, the Northern Ireland peace treaty would be in jeopardy. JUST IN: ‘Keep your meddling EU nose out!’ Verhofstadt mocked over Brexit rant
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Boris Johnson shared his comment piece on Twitter
Mr Johnson said the UK is keen to implement the protocol “to protect the integrity of their Single Market and to keep a fluid North-South border” but does not trust the EU to abide by its word. He said: “We cannot leave the theoretical power to carve up our country – to divide it – in the hands of an international organisation. “We have to protect the UK from that disaster, and that is why we have devised a legal safety net – in the UK Internal Market Bill – to clarify the position and to sort out the inconsistencies.” The Prime Minister said the Bill protects jobs and growth within the UK by preventing barriers to trade between the nations and regions. DON'T MISS: EU threatens to BAN British meat if trade negotiations fail [INSIGHT]
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Britain agreed a trade deal with Japan on Friday
He said the plans would also protect the free flow of goods and services between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK. Mr Johnson added: “It is therefore crucial for peace, and for the Union itself. “We must get this Bill through.” The Internal Markets Bill was introduced to the House of Commons on September 9 and will have its Second Reading on Monday September 14.
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-12--'What the f*** is going on?' Tory MPs create new Whatapp group as Brexit frustrations grow

The Government has admitted its Brexit strategy is a breach of international law , as well as imposing tough new restrictions aimed at preventing a second wave of COVID-19 , with a large minority of MPs in each case voicing their discomfort .
Steve Swinford , The Times ' deputy political editor revealed the colourfully titled group .
Frustration on the backbenches has been noticeable in recent days , with Bob Neill , the member for Bromley and Chislehurst , tabling an amendment which could derail Mr Johnson 's Internal Market Bill , the legislation the Prime Minister wants to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ireland Protocol .
Additionally , the rolling out of new rules banning gathering of more than six people - the so-called rule of six - has also prompted significant consternation , not least because there appears to be widespread confusion with respect to what is and is not permitted .
Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis put the cat among the pigeons earlier this week after admitting the Government 's plans broke international rules , with MPs concerned about the UK 's international reputation as a result .
In a conference call with MPs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I wanted you to hear from me directly about the UK Internal Market Bill .
`` This is a very important bill for our country and I want to explain why we ’ re putting some notwithstanding clauses into the part about Northern Ireland .
`` These are absolutely vital to protecting the integrity of our country and they ’ re vital if we want to prevent a foreign or international body from having the power to break up our country . ''
JUST IN : 'Bare knuckle fight with the EU !
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ This in turn prompted ex-Prime Minister Theresa May simply to reply : `` No . ''
Mrs May was also reported to look `` slightly angry '' later one , when Mr Johnson said he wanted no repetition of the `` squabbling '' witnessed last autumn , in the final days of her Premiership .
With respect to the coronavirus , the cabinet was apparently split between a rule of six and a rule of eight .
Mr Johnson did not express a clear view and several ministers confused about what would and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also weighed in on COVID-19 , telling BBC Radio 4 's Today programme : `` I think it is now time to say that this is not a fit legal environment for the British people .
`` It ’ s time to move to a voluntary system – unless the Government can demonstrate otherwise .

Brexit: Steve Baker says UK should ‘repudiate’ EU agreement
The Government has admitted its Brexit strategy is a breach of international law, as well as imposing tough new restrictions aimed at preventing a second wave of COVID-19, with a large minority of MPs in each case voicing their discomfort. Steve Swinford, The Times' deputy political editor revealed the colourfully titled group.
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Frustration on the backbenches has been noticeable in recent days, with Bob Neill, the member for Bromley and Chislehurst, tabling an amendment which could derail Mr Johnson's Internal Market Bill, the legislation the Prime Minister wants to use to override aspects of the Northern Ireland Protocol. Additionally, the rolling out of new rules banning gathering of more than six people - the so-called rule of six - has also prompted significant consternation, not least because there appears to be widespread confusion with respect to what is and is not permitted. Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis put the cat among the pigeons earlier this week after admitting the Government's plans broke international rules, with MPs concerned about the UK's international reputation as a result.
Boris Johnson's strategy has caused some disquiet on the backbenches
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In a conference call with MPs yesterday, Mr Johnson said: "I wanted you to hear from me directly about the UK Internal Market Bill. "This is a very important bill for our country and I want to explain why we’re putting some notwithstanding clauses into the part about Northern Ireland. "These are absolutely vital to protecting the integrity of our country and they’re vital if we want to prevent a foreign or international body from having the power to break up our country." JUST IN: 'Bare knuckle fight with the EU!' Gloves are off in Brexit showdown
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Brandon Lewis, Northern Ireland Secretary, has admitted the Bill breaches international law
Theresa May apparently looked "slightly angry" at one point during the call
Steve Baker is concerned about coronavirus restrictions
This in turn prompted ex-Prime Minister Theresa May simply to reply: "No." Mrs May was also reported to look "slightly angry" later one, when Mr Johnson said he wanted no repetition of the "squabbling" witnessed last autumn, in the final days of her Premiership. With respect to the coronavirus, the cabinet was apparently split between a rule of six and a rule of eight.
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Mr Johnson did not express a clear view and several ministers confused about what would and would not be allowed. Mr Baker also weighed in on COVID-19, telling BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "I think it is now time to say that this is not a fit legal environment for the British people. "It’s time to move to a voluntary system – unless the Government can demonstrate otherwise.
Tory MP Michael Fabricant is said to have begun singing Rule Britannia at one point


thedailyexpress--2020-09-13--Meddling Tony Blair and John Major wade in to Boris row - 'irresponsible and dangerous'

Writing in The Sunday Times , they said : `` It puts the Good Friday Agreement at risk , because it negates the predictability , political stability and legal clarity that are integral to the delicate balance between the north and south of Ireland that is at the core of the peace process .
`` This has wide-ranging ramifications .
It will not only make negotiation with the EU more difficult , but also any trade negotiations with other nations , including the United States .
`` Once trust is undermined , distrust becomes prevalent . ''
They continued : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both accept it is now happening .
But this way of negotiating , with reason cast aside in pursuit of ideology and cavalier bombast posing as serious diplomacy , is irresponsible , wrong in principle and dangerous in practice .
`` It raises questions that go far beyond the impact on Ireland , the peace process and negotiations for a trade deal - crucial though they are .
It questions the very integrity of our nation . ''
The former leaders weighed in to the argument as senior Conservatives refused to back down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ controversial Brexit legislation despite his warning Brussels could `` carve up our country '' without it .
The Prime Minister 's bid to win support for the Bill was joined by Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove warning it is needed to protect the `` integrity '' of the UK .
They insist the legislation that could breach international law and has prompted the EU to threaten legal action during trade negotiations is needed to prevent a trade border in the Irish Sea .
But a growing number of Tory rebels suggested opposition to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after Mr Johnson 's held a conference call with backbenchers .
Tory MP Tobias Ellwood said on Saturday that `` unamended I can not support this Bill '' .
Mr Ellwood , who chairs the Commons defence committee , said : `` Already this Bill is damaging brand UK , diminishing our role-model status as defender of global standards .
`` As we go to the wire , let 's see more British statecraft - less Nixonian Madman Theory . ''
Commons justice committee chairman Sir Bob Neill , who has tabled an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` parliamentary lock '' on any changes to the withdrawal agreement , said he still contends it contains `` objectionable '' elements .
He said : `` He set out his case but it has n't changed anything that I think .
I 'm confident that our amendment is still getting support . ''
DO N'T MISS 'Sorry Barnier when it comes to OUR fish we have the UN on OUR side ' [ COMMENT ] Katya Adler explains how EU think they have uncovered Boris ’ plan [ VIDEO ] 'What the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MPs create new Whatsapp group [ SPOTLIGHT ] Damian Green , who was Theresa May 's deputy when she was prime minister and is backing the amendment , was also understood to not have been won over by Mr Johnson 's argument .
Sir Roger Gale also remained a vehement critic , telling Times Radio : `` If anybody is responsible , if it happens , for bringing the union down , it will be Cummings and Mr Johnson . ''
The Prime Minister spoke with around 250 MPs last night to try @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and warned them against a return to the `` miserable , squabbling days of last autumn '' over Brexit .

Brexit: Boris Johnson’s plan ‘does not breach obligation’ says MP
The two former prime minister’s accused Mr Johnson of imperilling the Irish peace process, trade negotiations and Britain’s integrity with his UK internal trading Bill which overrides some key aspects of the Brexit Withdrawal agreement, including the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Irresponsible, wrong in principle and dangerous in practice Tony Blair and John Major
Writing in The Sunday Times, they said: "It puts the Good Friday Agreement at risk, because it negates the predictability, political stability and legal clarity that are integral to the delicate balance between the north and south of Ireland that is at the core of the peace process. "This has wide-ranging ramifications. It will not only make negotiation with the EU more difficult, but also any trade negotiations with other nations, including the United States. "Once trust is undermined, distrust becomes prevalent."
Tony Blair and John Major have teamed up to condemn Boris Johnson
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They continued: "We both opposed Brexit. We both accept it is now happening. But this way of negotiating, with reason cast aside in pursuit of ideology and cavalier bombast posing as serious diplomacy, is irresponsible, wrong in principle and dangerous in practice. "It raises questions that go far beyond the impact on Ireland, the peace process and negotiations for a trade deal - crucial though they are. It questions the very integrity of our nation." The former leaders weighed in to the argument as senior Conservatives refused to back down on their rebellion against Mr Johnson's controversial Brexit legislation despite his warning Brussels could "carve up our country" without it. READ MORE:Brexit LIVE: Boris faces tough battle as Tory rebels reject appeal
The former prime ministers have branded Mr Johnson's moves 'irresponsible and dangerous'
The Prime Minister's bid to win support for the Bill was joined by Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove warning it is needed to protect the "integrity" of the UK. They insist the legislation that could breach international law and has prompted the EU to threaten legal action during trade negotiations is needed to prevent a trade border in the Irish Sea. But a growing number of Tory rebels suggested opposition to the UK Internal Market Bill had stiffened after Mr Johnson's held a conference call with backbenchers. Tory MP Tobias Ellwood said on Saturday that "unamended I cannot support this Bill".
Boris Johnson insists his UK Internal Market Bill is in Britain's national interest
Mr Ellwood, who chairs the Commons defence committee, said: "Already this Bill is damaging brand UK, diminishing our role-model status as defender of global standards. "As we go to the wire, let's see more British statecraft - less Nixonian Madman Theory." Commons justice committee chairman Sir Bob Neill, who has tabled an amendment which he said would impose a "parliamentary lock" on any changes to the withdrawal agreement, said he still contends it contains "objectionable" elements. He said: "He set out his case but it hasn't changed anything that I think. I'm confident that our amendment is still getting support." DON'T MISS
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Damian Green, who was Theresa May's deputy when she was prime minister and is backing the amendment, was also understood to not have been won over by Mr Johnson's argument. Sir Roger Gale also remained a vehement critic, telling Times Radio: "If anybody is responsible, if it happens, for bringing the union down, it will be Cummings and Mr Johnson." The Prime Minister spoke with around 250 MPs last night to try to secure backing for the Bill, and warned them against a return to the "miserable, squabbling days of last autumn" over Brexit.
Boris Johnson is coming under pressure from politicians from all sides


thedailyexpress--2020-09-13--Brexit hardball: Defiant Boris' plot to target European brands if EU refuses to back down

The Sunday Express has learnt that the Government is looking at options on how to respond if Brussels goes through with threats made this week to punish Britain over plans to override the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement .
A Whitehall source has confirmed that “ a trade war is a concern ” and that the government is “ considering all options ” but only if the EU initiates the hostilities .
This could mean that German car makers such as BMW and Mercedes , Italian fashion houses like Gucci , French wine including Champagne and Irish beef could all have access @ @ @ @ @ @ @ row concerns the Internal Market Bill which the government is putting before Parliament this week and which would alter the withdrawal agreement .
It addresses the part of the withdrawal agreement aimed at preventing a hard border between Northern Ireland and the Republic .
If the bill became law it would give ministers power to modify rules over the movement of goods between Britain and Northern Ireland that would come into force if the UK and EU are unable to strike a trade deal .
The government says this means of protecting the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but the EU has threatened legal action .
The move comes as the Sunday Express has learnt that senior Tory MPs are preparing to join other leading Brexiteers in demanding that the controversial Withdrawal Agreement is “ torn up ” altogether .
The members of the European Research Group and Brexit Party members are expected to call on the Prime Minister to repeal the agreement and take it out of law .
It is also understood that the ERG has allies in the cabinet for the move to ditch the WA with patience @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of negotiations .
A senior Tory behind the plan said : “ The problem is that we have seen the EU can misuse the Withdrawal Agreement and at the moment it still stands if we walk away from trade talks.
” The revelation about preparations for a potential trade war comes after a week where Brussels issued open threats to Britain over Boris Johnson ’ s plans to introduce the Internal Market Bill into Parliament .
This had followed behind the doors threat by Michel Barnier ’ s negotiation team to “ disrupt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” using the Withdrawal Agreement signed in January unless the UK signed up to its demands of following EU regulations and being allowed access to fishing waters .
With talks on the brink of collapse , it is understood that senior figures in Mr Johnson ’ s administration have calculated that a tariff war will be far more damaging to the EU than Britain .
The Sunday Express was pointed to a report published by the European Parliament in 2017 which highlighted an economic catastrophe for the EU ’ s agriculture sector .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ WTO rules would imply significantly less agri-food trade between the EU and UK in both directions ( around minus 62 percent ) .
Some EU exports almost completely collapse , like those of Rice , White meat , Sugar , Dairy and Red meat ( more than - 90 percent in trade ) .
” Worst hit would be farmers in Ireland , Holland and France , the report claimed , but it added : “ Brexit could be an opportunity for the UK ’ s agri-food sectors as a whole.
” According @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ireland ’ s beef is sold to Britain and is worth more than £1 billion annually to the Irish economy .
Meanwhile , Britain is the second biggest import market for French wine in a market worth £1.3 billion and is the biggest importer of champagne at around 27 million bottles a year .
The EU ’ s biggest import to the UK is motor vehicles worth £48.5 billion in 2018 ( 18.2 percent of EU imports ) with the German carmakers including BMW and Mercedes most vulnerable .
Also in the top @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and accessories mainly luxury brands which were worth £7.1 billion in 2018 , 2.7 percent of the market .
It is understood that the rapidly concluded trade deal with Japan has given Britain “ renewed confidence ” because any extra expense caused by tariffs on EU products will be offset by goods from countries the UK has trade deals with around the rest of the world .
Deals with the US , Australia and New Zealand have made significant progress .
Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis said in the Commons last week that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a “ specific and limited way ” .
But Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove yesterday told Times Radio that Britain would not be breaking international law .
He said : “ The legal position was outlined by the attorney general this week and the position we ’ ve taken is entirely consistent with the rule of law .
It ’ s important to consider what it is we ’ re seeking to do .
“ It does boil down to certain simple principles but the overall thing that it ’ s important to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seeking to move away from implementing the Withdrawal Agreement , nor are we trying to move away from implementing the Northern Ireland protocol .
We ’ re spending hundreds and millions of pounds implementing the Northern Ireland protocol.
” Meanwhile , sources close to Lord Frost ’ s UK negotiating team said that they are “ baffled ” by the EU ’ s double standards when it comes to demands from Britain and its claims that the UK is “ not engaging across all areas ” .
A source said : “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over six months , across all areas .
We have proposed level playing field guarantees appropriate to a free trade agreement , including with guarantees on non regression.
” The source added : “ The EU seems to define engagement as accepting their position .
They need a rethink.
” On what the EU calls state aid , the source insisted that Britain has always been clear it won ’ t have a regime like the EU ’ s .
“ We need the right to decide what ’ s best for an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Brexit: UK government forced EU to ‘concentrate’ says McBride
The Sunday Express has learnt that the Government is looking at options on how to respond if Brussels goes through with threats made this week to punish Britain over plans to override the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement. A Whitehall source has confirmed that “a trade war is a concern” and that the government is “considering all options” but only if the EU initiates the hostilities.
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This could mean that German car makers such as BMW and Mercedes, Italian fashion houses like Gucci, French wine including Champagne and Irish beef could all have access to the British market impeded. The row concerns the Internal Market Bill which the government is putting before Parliament this week and which would alter the withdrawal agreement. It addresses the part of the withdrawal agreement aimed at preventing a hard border between Northern Ireland and the Republic. If the bill became law it would give ministers power to modify rules over the movement of goods between Britain and Northern Ireland that would come into force if the UK and EU are unable to strike a trade deal. The government says this means of protecting the “integrity” of the UK, but the EU has threatened legal action. The move comes as the Sunday Express has learnt that senior Tory MPs are preparing to join other leading Brexiteers in demanding that the controversial Withdrawal Agreement is “torn up” altogether.
Boris Johnson's plot to target European brands if EU refuses to back down
German car makers could have access to the British market impeded
The members of the European Research Group and Brexit Party members are expected to call on the Prime Minister to repeal the agreement and take it out of law. It is also understood that the ERG has allies in the cabinet for the move to ditch the WA with patience running out with Brussels after four years of negotiations. A senior Tory behind the plan said: “The problem is that we have seen the EU can misuse the Withdrawal Agreement and at the moment it still stands if we walk away from trade talks.” The revelation about preparations for a potential trade war comes after a week where Brussels issued open threats to Britain over Boris Johnson’s plans to introduce the Internal Market Bill into Parliament. This had followed behind the doors threat by Michel Barnier’s negotiation team to “disrupt the supply of food to Northern Ireland” using the Withdrawal Agreement signed in January unless the UK signed up to its demands of following EU regulations and being allowed access to fishing waters. With talks on the brink of collapse, it is understood that senior figures in Mr Johnson’s administration have calculated that a tariff war will be far more damaging to the EU than Britain.
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EU’s chief negotiator Michel Barnier
The Sunday Express was pointed to a report published by the European Parliament in 2017 which highlighted an economic catastrophe for the EU’s agriculture sector. It noted: “A return to WTO rules would imply significantly less agri-food trade between the EU and UK in both directions (around minus 62 percent). Some EU exports almost completely collapse, like those of Rice, White meat, Sugar, Dairy and Red meat (more than - 90 percent in trade).” Worst hit would be farmers in Ireland, Holland and France, the report claimed, but it added: “Brexit could be an opportunity for the UK’s agri-food sectors as a whole.” According to 2018 figures more than half of Ireland’s beef is sold to Britain and is worth more than £1 billion annually to the Irish economy. Meanwhile, Britain is the second biggest import market for French wine in a market worth £1.3 billion and is the biggest importer of champagne at around 27 million bottles a year. The EU’s biggest import to the UK is motor vehicles worth £48.5 billion in 2018 (18.2 percent of EU imports) with the German carmakers including BMW and Mercedes most vulnerable.
Britain is the second biggest import market for French wine in a market worth £1.3 billion
Also in the top 10 EU exports to Britain are clothing and accessories mainly luxury brands which were worth £7.1 billion in 2018, 2.7 percent of the market. It is understood that the rapidly concluded trade deal with Japan has given Britain “renewed confidence” because any extra expense caused by tariffs on EU products will be offset by goods from countries the UK has trade deals with around the rest of the world. Deals with the US, Australia and New Zealand have made significant progress. Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis said in the Commons last week that the bill would break international law in a “specific and limited way”. But Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove yesterday told Times Radio that Britain would not be breaking international law. He said: “The legal position was outlined by the attorney general this week and the position we’ve taken is entirely consistent with the rule of law. It’s important to consider what it is we’re seeking to do.


thedailyexpress--2020-09-13--SNP's hate crime law now officially the 'most controversial' legislation since devolution

Research undertaken by the Scottish Conservatives revealed it received more submissions than any other bill since Holyrood was created in 1999 .
The bill , which aims to reduce hate crimes , has attracted criticism from comedians , religious organisations and the police for being too heavy-handed with almost 2,000 submissions received .
The next highest number of submissions for other bills were 1331 , 635 and 487 , the analysis revealed .
Scottish Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf introduced The Hate Crime and Public Order ( Scotland ) Bill which looks to extend the law on ‘ hate crime ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ identity .
If the law is passed by the Scottish Parliament , it means words or behaviour considered to be “ abusive ” and “ likely ” to stir up hatred would constitute an offence .
However , the controversial legislation has already faced criticism from the Scottish Police Federation , the Catholic Church in Scotland and the Law Society of Scotland , along with groups including the Free to Disagree campaign .
Liam Kerr MSP , Scottish Conservative justice spokesperson , said : “ This Scottish Conservative analysis shows that the Hate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ever come before the parliament .
“ The problem isn ’ t hate crime legislation in itself – it ’ s the dangerous way this Bill has been constructed and drafted by the SNP .
“ As drafted , the SNP ’ s Hate Crime Bill threatens our fundamental right to freedom of speech and that ’ s why so many Scottish people are furious about it .
“ In the history of devolution , no bill has attracted this number of responses , and that goes to show just how contentious @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's nightmare !
Orkney to demand independence from Scotland “ If the SNP presses on with this Bill in this form , the level of outcry among civic Scotland and the general public will only increase and it risks a controversy that looks likely to be worse than Named Persons.
” SNP adviser Alex Bell also lambasted Humza Yousaf ’ s “ ill-conceived ” Hate Crime Bill in a scathing attack on government “ group think ” .
Mr Bell worked as a Scottish Government adviser when Alex Salmond was First Minister .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ said the Bill was “ yet another piece ” of “ ill-conceived , badly drafted and ultimately unloved ” legislation .
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Mr Bell added : “ If Bills were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ filled an orphanage by now.
” He highlighted its broken 2007 manifesto pledges to scrap the council tax and cut classes in the first three years of primary school to 18 pupils .
Mr Bell also said the “ good intentions ” of the botched Named Person scheme and Football Act , tackling sectarianism , were “ undone by bad politics and lamentable drafting ” .
Hitting out “ a group think in the dominant political party ” he added : “ The SNP have a tendency to like everything the leadership says @ @ @ @ @ @ @ changed , then nobody remembers.
” Mr Bell added : “ We have a political class easy with failure , if the bigger purpose of power , and independence , is still on track .
And that is sad .
“ It is also deeply worrying .
There is no more aspirational policy than independence .
“ But the party advocating it has repeatedly demonstrated it ’ s not very good at drafting things , it doesn ’ t have a handle on detail , and ministers are loathe to stand by policies @ @ @ @ @ @ @ His intervention comes after Justice Secretary Mr Yousaf saw off a Tory bid to axe the Bill amid fears it will hit freedom of speech .
On Wednesday the Conservatives were defeated , with Labour , Lib Dem and Green MSPs backing a motion calling for improvement rather than see the proposals scrapped .
Mr Yousaf has pledged to find “ compromise ” with its many critics and make changes after admitting there are “ legitimate concerns ” .
In response , a Scottish Government spokesperson said : “ It is heartening to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ democratic process and offering views .

Scotland: Hate Crime Bill 'will cost a lot of money' says expert
Research undertaken by the Scottish Conservatives revealed it received more submissions than any other bill since Holyrood was created in 1999. The bill, which aims to reduce hate crimes, has attracted criticism from comedians, religious organisations and the police for being too heavy-handed with almost 2,000 submissions received.
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The next highest number of submissions for other bills were 1331, 635 and 487, the analysis revealed. Scottish Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf introduced The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Bill which looks to extend the law on ‘hate crime’ covering religion, sexual orientation and transgender identity. If the law is passed by the Scottish Parliament, it means words or behaviour considered to be “abusive” and “likely” to stir up hatred would constitute an offence. However, the controversial legislation has already faced criticism from the Scottish Police Federation, the Catholic Church in Scotland and the Law Society of Scotland, along with groups including the Free to Disagree campaign.
The new laws is the most controversial since Devolution
Scottish Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf put forward the bill
Liam Kerr MSP, Scottish Conservative justice spokesperson, said: “This Scottish Conservative analysis shows that the Hate Crime Bill is the most controversial law to ever come before the parliament. “The problem isn’t hate crime legislation in itself – it’s the dangerous way this Bill has been constructed and drafted by the SNP. “As drafted, the SNP’s Hate Crime Bill threatens our fundamental right to freedom of speech and that’s why so many Scottish people are furious about it. “In the history of devolution, no bill has attracted this number of responses, and that goes to show just how contentious it is. READ MORE: Sturgeon's nightmare! Orkney to demand independence from Scotland
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The bill is currently under consultation in Holyrood
Freedom of speech could be an offence under the new law
He said the SNP had “withdrawn, struck down or failed at too many policy initiatives”. Mr Bell added: “If Bills were children, the Scottish Government would have filled an orphanage by now.” He highlighted its broken 2007 manifesto pledges to scrap the council tax and cut classes in the first three years of primary school to 18 pupils. Mr Bell also said the “good intentions” of the botched Named Person scheme and Football Act, tackling sectarianism, were “undone by bad politics and lamentable drafting”.
Certain demonstrations could be affected by the law
Hitting out “a group think in the dominant political party” he added: “The SNP have a tendency to like everything the leadership says, up until the official story is changed, then nobody remembers.” Mr Bell added: “We have a political class easy with failure, if the bigger purpose of power, and independence, is still on track. And that is sad. “It is also deeply worrying. There is no more aspirational policy than independence. “But the party advocating it has repeatedly demonstrated it’s not very good at drafting things, it doesn’t have a handle on detail, and ministers are loathe to stand by policies that aren’t immediately successful.”
Scots Tory justice spokesman Liam Kerr led a debate against the Bill
His intervention comes after Justice Secretary Mr Yousaf saw off a Tory bid to axe the Bill amid fears it will hit freedom of speech. On Wednesday the Conservatives were defeated, with Labour, Lib Dem and Green MSPs backing a motion calling for improvement rather than see the proposals scrapped. Mr Yousaf has pledged to find “compromise” with its many critics and make changes after admitting there are “legitimate concerns”. In response, a Scottish Government spokesperson said: “It is heartening to see so many taking part in the democratic process and offering views.
The Scottish Tories released an analysis today


thedailyexpress--2020-09-13--'Beats EU's deal!' Boris Johnson has stolen march on Brussels with Japan trade deal

And Daniel Kawczynski said the agreement was the first of many similar bilateral treaties , predicting Britain was well placed to take full advantage of Brexit in the years to come .
International Trade Secretary Ms Truss confirmed the deal had been agreed in principle after months of negotiations , offering the first tangible benefits of Britain 's decision to quit the EU in 2016 .
Mr Kawczynski , MP for Shrewsbury and Atcham , told Express.co.uk : `` With respect to the Japanese trade agreement , it 's like the moment in the Wizard of Oz when the little @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this huge power is in fact a little man .
`` This trade agreement with Japan has shown for the first time ever has secured a deal which is slightly better than the European Union has managed to get .
`` So what is the point of paying this army of bureaucrats in Brussels when our own negotiating team can secure a trade deal which is better than the one Brussels has secured ?
`` And one which is more tailor-made to the bilateral priorities of these two major interlocutors ? ''
Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interested in the priorities of the other 27 countries , whether it is orange-growers from Spain or olives from Greece or German wine manufacturers .
`` We are just interested in British and Japanese exports . ''
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Gloves are off in Brexit showdown Ms Truss 's job is to line up other deals with major economies around the world , and she has already held discussions with Robert Lighthizer , who as US Trade Representative is her opposite number .
Mr Kawczynski @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first of many - deals with Australia , and Canada , and America will follow . ''
`` We are at the forefront of a transatlantic partnership with American which is going to be an alternative power base to the European Union . ''
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He said : `` Hitherto of course Britain has been subjugated .
`` This great power , this permanent member of the UN Security Council has had its hands tied to the framework of the EU , which has sought in many ways to undermine NATO .
`` Now the UK is going to join America in alternative bloc to the Franco-German axis and I the Poles and others are very excited about the prospect .
`` There @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between European countries with these two alternative blocs , rather than the monopolistic supranational state which has been controlled and peddled by Brussels for the last five decades .
Speaking on Friday , Ms Truss said the UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement meant 99 percent of exports to Japan would be tariff-free .

Brexit: Japan trade deal is 'symbolic' says BBC reporter
And Daniel Kawczynski said the agreement was the first of many similar bilateral treaties, predicting Britain was well placed to take full advantage of Brexit in the years to come. International Trade Secretary Ms Truss confirmed the deal had been agreed in principle after months of negotiations, offering the first tangible benefits of Britain's decision to quit the EU in 2016.
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With respect to the Japanese trade agreement, it's like the moment in the Wizard of Oz when the little dog moves the curtain and you see this huge power is in fact a little man Daniel Kawczynski
Mr Kawczynski, MP for Shrewsbury and Atcham, told Express.co.uk: "With respect to the Japanese trade agreement, it's like the moment in the Wizard of Oz when the little dog moves the curtain and you see this huge power is in fact a little man. "This trade agreement with Japan has shown for the first time ever has secured a deal which is slightly better than the European Union has managed to get. "So what is the point of paying this army of bureaucrats in Brussels when our own negotiating team can secure a trade deal which is better than the one Brussels has secured?
Boris Johnson has got one over on Ursula von der Leyen, said Daniel Kawczynski
Daniel Kawczynski believes Liz Truss's deal is better than the EU's
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"And one which is more tailor-made to the bilateral priorities of these two major interlocutors?" Mr Kawczynski explained: "We are not interested in the priorities of the other 27 countries, whether it is orange-growers from Spain or olives from Greece or German wine manufacturers. "We are just interested in British and Japanese exports." JUST IN: 'Bare knuckle fight with the EU!' Gloves are off in Brexit showdown
Liz Truss holds a video conference with Japan's Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi
Ms Truss's job is to line up other deals with major economies around the world, and she has already held discussions with Robert Lighthizer, who as US Trade Representative is her opposite number. Mr Kawczynski predicted: "This is just the first of many - deals with Australia, and Canada, and America will follow." "We are at the forefront of a transatlantic partnership with American which is going to be an alternative power base to the European Union." DON'T MISS
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Liz Truss speaks to US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer
Such arrangements would not only benefit Britain's economy, but would also boost its standing on the world stage, Mr Kawczynski suggested. He said: "Hitherto of course Britain has been subjugated. "This great power, this permanent member of the UN Security Council has had its hands tied to the framework of the EU, which has sought in many ways to undermine NATO.
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"Now the UK is going to join America in alternative bloc to the Franco-German axis and I the Poles and others are very excited about the prospect. "There will be a really hardcore competitive interaction between European countries with these two alternative blocs, rather than the monopolistic supranational state which has been controlled and peddled by Brussels for the last five decades. Speaking on Friday, Ms Truss said the UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement meant 99 percent of exports to Japan would be tariff-free.
Daniel Kawczynski MP


thedailyexpress--2020-09-13--Sturgeon's nightmare! Orkney to follow Shetland in demanding independence from Scotland

Orkney Islands Council said they would look at options to potentially become independent from Scotland with a number of choices on the table .
Council leader James Stockan said that the islands could be governed as a Crown dependency similar to Jersey as among one of the ideas for independence .
On Saturday he said : “ We want to seek our opportunity as a unique part of the UK that we could do something different if we wished .
“ All constitutional matters ultimately rest with Westminster , so the question is , we would need to make sure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” It comes after Shetland island councillors voted 18 to two in favour of a motion to formally explore options `` for achieving financial and political self-determination '' .
In a debate lasting more than an hour at a meeting this week , members argued decision-making has become increasingly centralised and public funding for the islands has been cut under the SNP Government at Holyrood .
The motion , signed by council leader Steven Coutts and convener Malcolm Bell , said : `` We are concerned that this ongoing situation is seriously threatening @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Shetland as a community . ''
Any move for Shetland to become self-determining would need to be supported by an island-wide referendum , councillors stressed .
Mr Coutts suggested devolution has not benefited the area and said the Scottish Parliament feels `` remote '' to islanders , who face some of the highest rates of fuel poverty in the country .
He added the levels of funding for ferries `` negatively impacts on Shetland and everyone of Shetland '' , although the Scottish Government said it has provided more than £15 million for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But on Orkney , Cllr Stocktan said that Shetland was “ in a different position ” but stressed that they would support them .
“ We will work with them and support them and work alongside them because we both have the same historic background and the same challenges from government and there are some unique opportunities in a post-brexit world .
“ We have a whole lot of opportunities that probably should have been afforded us in the past.
” More than half of Orkney 's councillors forced through a motion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ greater autonomy or self-determination ” amid the vote to leave the European Union and a possible second independence referendum .
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@ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The status quo is not working , Devolution and the Islands Act have not made any tangible difference to the quality of life .
`` I hope they recognise the challenges of living in Shetland , like the high cost of living , but also the incredible opportunities political and financial self-determination could bring . ''
Orkney , Shetland and the Western Isles are to receive £100 million of investment as part of a new growth deal .
The Scottish and UK Governments recently pledged £50 million each to boost the economy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the last part of Scotland to receive cash under the growth deals .
The Scottish Government said its investment will be made over the next 10 years whilst Westminster ’ s will be delivered through city region and growth deals .
Mr Johnson also visited Orkney to pledge his support for the Union in a flash one-day visit in July .
Responding to the comments , islands minister Paul Wheelhouse MSP said neither Shetland nor any other island council had submitted any request for further powers under Additional Powers Request ( Scotland ) @ @ @ @ @

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Orkney Islands Council said they would look at options to potentially become independent from Scotland with a number of choices on the table. Council leader James Stockan said that the islands could be governed as a Crown dependency similar to Jersey as among one of the ideas for independence.
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On Saturday he said: “We want to seek our opportunity as a unique part of the UK that we could do something different if we wished. “All constitutional matters ultimately rest with Westminster, so the question is, we would need to make sure that is written into any future referendum.” It comes after Shetland island councillors voted 18 to two in favour of a motion to formally explore options "for achieving financial and political self-determination". In a debate lasting more than an hour at a meeting this week, members argued decision-making has become increasingly centralised and public funding for the islands has been cut under the SNP Government at Holyrood.
Orkney is exploring options after Scottish independence
Orkney is exploring options for independence
The motion, signed by council leader Steven Coutts and convener Malcolm Bell, said: "We are concerned that this ongoing situation is seriously threatening the prosperity and even basic sustainability of Shetland as a community." Any move for Shetland to become self-determining would need to be supported by an island-wide referendum, councillors stressed. Mr Coutts suggested devolution has not benefited the area and said the Scottish Parliament feels "remote" to islanders, who face some of the highest rates of fuel poverty in the country. He added the levels of funding for ferries "negatively impacts on Shetland and everyone of Shetland", although the Scottish Government said it has provided more than £15 million for ferry services over the last three years. READ MORE: Gloating SNP celebrates skyrocketing poll – Boris Johnson on alert
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Boris Johnson recently visited Orkney
But on Orkney, Cllr Stocktan said that Shetland was “in a different position” but stressed that they would support them. “We will work with them and support them and work alongside them because we both have the same historic background and the same challenges from government and there are some unique opportunities in a post-brexit world. “We have a whole lot of opportunities that probably should have been afforded us in the past.” More than half of Orkney's councillors forced through a motion in 2017 which demanded an investigation into “greater autonomy or self-determination” amid the vote to leave the European Union and a possible second independence referendum. DON'T MISS:
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The Western Isles are also exploring their options
But his Shetland counterpart Cllr Coutts said the council planned to speak to the UK and Scottish Governments next week about options for Shetland's self-determination. Speaking on Friday, he said: "The status quo is not working, Devolution and the Islands Act have not made any tangible difference to the quality of life. "I hope they recognise the challenges of living in Shetland, like the high cost of living, but also the incredible opportunities political and financial self-determination could bring." Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles are to receive £100 million of investment as part of a new growth deal.
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The Scottish and UK Governments recently pledged £50 million each to boost the economy of the islands, which will be the last part of Scotland to receive cash under the growth deals. The Scottish Government said its investment will be made over the next 10 years whilst Westminster’s will be delivered through city region and growth deals. Mr Johnson also visited Orkney to pledge his support for the Union in a flash one-day visit in July. Responding to the comments, islands minister Paul Wheelhouse MSP said neither Shetland nor any other island council had submitted any request for further powers under Additional Powers Request (Scotland) Regulations introduced last year.
The Shetland's are seeking talks with the UK and Scottish Governments


thedailyexpress--2020-09-13--Brexit bombshell: Boris plans to reject ‘human rights laws’ in latest EU row

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The Prime Minister , along with aides and ministers , is setting out proposals to curb the use of human rights laws where European judges are believed to have “ overreached ” .
It is believed this would be to prevent migrants avoiding deportation and to protect British soldiers from prosecution over overseas operations .
It follows EU officials claiming Britain has broken @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Withdrawal Agreement .
Plans proposed by the UK government include opting out of the Human Rights Act ( HRA ) , signed into British law in 1998 , according to the Sunday Telegraph .
As it stands , the act informs British courts to apply the European Convention on Human Rights ( EHRC ) in its judgements .
The opt-outs would prevent many migrants and asylum seekers from using the act to avoid deportation by going to court and using the European laws .
They are also believed to protect British soldiers from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MORE : Brexit shock : Downing Street hits back at ‘ ludicrous ’ Brussels threat on food exports

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The Prime Minister, along with aides and ministers, is setting out proposals to curb the use of human rights laws where European judges are believed to have “overreached”. It is believed this would be to prevent migrants avoiding deportation and to protect British soldiers from prosecution over overseas operations. It follows EU officials claiming Britain has broken international law by attempting to reassess the Withdrawal Agreement.
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Plans proposed by the UK government include opting out of the Human Rights Act (HRA), signed into British law in 1998, according to the Sunday Telegraph.
As it stands, the act informs British courts to apply the European Convention on Human Rights (EHRC) in its judgements.
The opt-outs would prevent many migrants and asylum seekers from using the act to avoid deportation by going to court and using the European laws.
They are also believed to protect British soldiers from claims against their overseas activities. READ MORE: Brexit shock: Downing Street hits back at ‘ludicrous’ Brussels threat on food exports
Brexit news: Boris Johnson is looking to opt-out of EU human rights laws
Brexit news: Changes to the laws come as the UK accuses European judges of 'overreaching'
A formal review of the opt-out measures is expected to be announced by the Government in the coming weeks.
One proposed option to curb the legislation is to amend the HRA, or to stop the act from impacting newer laws such as the in-progress Overseas Operations Bill.
The bill contains a “presumption against prosecution" against service personnel after five years, which ministers have said "sets the legal bar for prosecution significantly" and amends the HRA to include a specific "duty to consider derogation" from the ECHR.
A less radical proposal would make changes affecting British judges interpretation of the law, rather than amending the act.
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Brexit news: Opting out of the laws would allow Britain to deport more refugees
Brexit news: Opting out would also allow the UK to protect soldier's overseas operations
Tory MPs have been vocal in recent weeks about needing to scrap human rights laws to put an end to the migrant crisis.
The Common Sense Group, made up of more than 40 Tory MPs, wrote to Mr Johnson demanding a “root and branch reform” of the asylum system, which may include rewriting the HRA.
Sir John Hayes, head of the group, said: “The Human Rights Act in its current form is not fit for purpose.
“Of course certain lawful entitlements, such as the right to a fair trial, are important... but the Human Rights Act as it stands is being abused by a whole army of lawyers.”
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-12--‘Dream on!’ Speaker Lindsay Hoyle slapped down for lockdown-style climate change rules

Sir Lindsay Hoyle told a gathering of counterparts from some of the world ’ s most powerful countries that the pandemic shows people are prepared to accept limitations on their lifestyles – if they recognise it is for the greater good .
He was surprised by the willingness of millions of people to wear masks and accept new rules , and said the urgent response the world has shown to deal with Covid-19 should now be harnessed to address climate change .
Speaking online at the G7 Speakers ’ Meeting , he said : “ If one lesson from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a timely manner is key – then shouldn ’ t this also be true in terms of climate change ?
With Covid , what surprised many of us in the UK was how engaged most of the population became once the seriousness of the situation was made clear .
“ People were prepared to accept limitations on personal choice and lifestyle – for the good of their own family and friends .
No-one could ever imagine that we would be wearing masks so readily and that we would all be so compliant .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ability of people and communities to work together for the common good , if there is united and clear leadership.
” The prospect of coronavirus-style restrictions being introduced to save the environment alarmed a leading Conservative critic of the measures .
Sir Desmond Swayne , the Tory MP for New Forest West and a former international development minister , said : “ My immediate reaction is : Dream on .
I think people have had quite enough .
“ Indeed , we are getting to the limit of what people will endure.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inbox were full of messages from people who “ can ’ t bear it any longer ” .
He added : “ I think the whole thing , frankly , is grotesque ...
I would never have believed that Boris would have done this ... “ Parliament over the years has given ministers more and more power to do these things without restraint and , hey , well , we had it coming.
” The conference at which Sir Lindsay made his remarks was hosted by one of the most powerful figures in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the US House of Representatives .
Sir Lindsay said it was “ sobering to face the reality that the people and nations who benefited least from rapid development and growth were those most adversely affected by the impact of climate change ” .
The Speaker argued that “ the tragedy is that unlike the pandemic , the climate crisis is not simply an external threat , but one in which we have had a clear hand ” .
He said : “ In other words , it seems that we have brought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ again sobering , surely , it is in our hands to rescue it , if we have got the will to do it ?
“ I believe that working together must mean listening to – and drawing on – the wisdom of those disadvantaged people who are most directly affected ... “ The situation is not just far away , but also close to home – as we in the UK saw in February , when we experienced the ‘ wettest month on record ’ with some of the worst flooding we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ power of our voices together is important , because it is beyond time to do something about this.
” Andrew Bridgen , the Conservative MP for North West Leicestershire , was sympathetic to Sir Lindsay ’ s argument .
He said : “ I ’ m a great admirer of Lindsay ...
This is a global pandemic and it ’ s a global response and he does have a point that only a global response to climate change will do .
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Matt Hancock grilled by Hoyle over announcement of restrictions
Sir Lindsay Hoyle told a gathering of counterparts from some of the world’s most powerful countries that the pandemic shows people are prepared to accept limitations on their lifestyles – if they recognise it is for the greater good. He was surprised by the willingness of millions of people to wear masks and accept new rules, and said the urgent response the world has shown to deal with Covid-19 should now be harnessed to address climate change.
Speaking online at the G7 Speakers’ Meeting, he said: “If one lesson from the pandemic is that taking serious action in a timely manner is key – then shouldn’t this also be true in terms of climate change? With Covid, what surprised many of us in the UK was how engaged most of the population became once the seriousness of the situation was made clear. “People were prepared to accept limitations on personal choice and lifestyle – for the good of their own family and friends. No-one could ever imagine that we would be wearing masks so readily and that we would all be so compliant. Perhaps we ought not to underestimate the ability of people and communities to work together for the common good, if there is united and clear leadership.” The prospect of coronavirus-style restrictions being introduced to save the environment alarmed a leading Conservative critic of the measures. Sir Desmond Swayne, the Tory MP for New Forest West and a former international development minister, said: “My immediate reaction is: Dream on. I think people have had quite enough.
Speaker Lindsay Hoyle slapped down for lockdown-style rules
Sir Desmond Swayne, Tory MP for New Forest West
“Indeed, we are getting to the limit of what people will endure.”
Sir Desmond said his postbag and email inbox were full of messages from people who “can’t bear it any longer”.
He added: “I think the whole thing, frankly, is grotesque... I would never have believed that Boris would have done this...
“Parliament over the years has given ministers more and more power to do these things without restraint and, hey, well, we had it coming.”
The conference at which Sir Lindsay made his remarks was hosted by one of the most powerful figures in US politics, Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the US House of Representatives.
Sir Lindsay said it was “sobering to face the reality that the people and nations who benefited least from rapid development and growth were those most adversely affected by the impact of climate change”.
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-12--BBC's Katya Adler explains how EU diplomats think they have uncovered Boris' ultimate plan

The BBC ’ s Europe editor claimed EU bosses believe the Prime Minister is accusing Brussels of threatening the UK and jeopardising peace in Northern Ireland in a bid to persuade the Conservative Party that reaching a deal in the autumn is the best option .
Ms Adler tweeted : “ Opinion amongst EU diplomats is broadly that IF PM is talking about EU threatening integrity of UK endangering peace in NIreland etc IN ORDER to eventually sell idea to Tory party that doing a trade deal with EU this autumn is the best way to avoid all this .. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU diplomats .
“ General consensus here is that they ’ re not bothered how PM dresses up or presents a deal as long as there is one.
” Her post comes as Mr Johnson attempts to push through controversial legislation to override parts of the Brexit deal he reached with Brussels last October .
In a Twitter thread , the BBC ’ s Europe editor said both the UK and the EU have “ played hardball ” in post-Brexit trade talks .
But she warned Brussels sees the UK Internal Market Bill @ @ @ @ @ @ @ negotiating hardball ” .
The BBC ’ s Europe editor claimed EU bosses believe the Prime Minister is accusing Brussels of threatening the UK and jeopardising peace in Northern Ireland in a bid to persuade the Conservative Party that reaching a deal in the autumn is the best option Ms Adler added : “ EU attitude right now is to continue trade negotiations with UK to try to conclude a trade deal but if internal market bill becomes law in UK and is enacted by the government , then EU could suspend the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Prime Minister attempts to win backing for his UK Internal Market Bill .
A number of Conservative MPs have condemned the Brexit legislation , which could break international law by flouting the Withdrawal Agreement .
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Tory MPs create new Whatapp group Writing for the Telegraph , Mr Johnson warned Brussels could “ carve up ” the UK and ” seriously endanger peace and stability '' in Northern Ireland if the Bill is not passed .
And the Prime Minister insisted the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reduced if Tory rebels block the legislation .
The Prime Minister said the EU would use an `` extreme interpretation '' of the Northern Ireland protocol to impose `` a full-scale trade border down the Irish Sea '' that could stop the transport of food from Britain to Northern Ireland .
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’ Verhofstadt mocked over Brexit rant [ INSIGHT ] Boris urged to target Australia @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal [ POLL ] He added : `` Let 's remove this danger to the very fabric of the United Kingdom .
“ Let 's make the EU take their threats off the table .
“ And let 's get this Bill through , back up our negotiators , and protect our country.
” Mr Johnson on Friday held a conference call with around 250 MPs to drum up support for the Bill .

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The BBC’s Europe editor claimed EU bosses believe the Prime Minister is accusing Brussels of threatening the UK and jeopardising peace in Northern Ireland in a bid to persuade the Conservative Party that reaching a deal in the autumn is the best option. Ms Adler tweeted: “Opinion amongst EU diplomats is broadly that IF PM is talking about EU threatening integrity of UK endangering peace in NIreland etc IN ORDER to eventually sell idea to Tory party that doing a trade deal with EU this autumn is the best way to avoid all this .. then ‘so be it’ say EU diplomats.
“General consensus here is that they’re not bothered how PM dresses up or presents a deal as long as there is one.” Her post comes as Mr Johnson attempts to push through controversial legislation to override parts of the Brexit deal he reached with Brussels last October. In a Twitter thread, the BBC’s Europe editor said both the UK and the EU have “played hardball” in post-Brexit trade talks. But she warned Brussels sees the UK Internal Market Bill as breaking international law rather than “negotiating hardball”.
Katya Adler has set out how EU diplomats think they have uncovered Boris Johnson’s Brexit plan
The BBC’s Europe editor claimed EU bosses believe the Prime Minister is accusing Brussels of threatening the UK and jeopardising peace in Northern Ireland in a bid to persuade the Conservative Party that reaching a deal in the autumn is the best option
Ms Adler added: “EU attitude right now is to continue trade negotiations with UK to try to conclude a trade deal but if internal market bill becomes law in UK and is enacted by the government, then EU could suspend the trade deal.” Her tweets come as the Prime Minister attempts to win backing for his UK Internal Market Bill. A number of Conservative MPs have condemned the Brexit legislation, which could break international law by flouting the Withdrawal Agreement. READ MORE: 'What the f*** is going on?' Tory MPs create new Whatapp group
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Mr Johnson warned Brussels could “carve up” the UK and ”seriously endanger peace and stability" in Northern Ireland if the Bill is not passed
Writing for the Telegraph, Mr Johnson warned Brussels could “carve up” the UK and ”seriously endanger peace and stability" in Northern Ireland if the Bill is not passed. And the Prime Minister insisted the chances of a Canada-style deal would be reduced if Tory rebels block the legislation. The Prime Minister said the EU would use an "extreme interpretation" of the Northern Ireland protocol to impose "a full-scale trade border down the Irish Sea" that could stop the transport of food from Britain to Northern Ireland. DON'T MISS
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Opinion amongst EU diplomats is broadly that IF PM is talking about EU threatening integrity of UK endangering peace in NIreland etc IN ORDER to eventually sell idea to Tory party that doing a trade deal with EU this autumn is the best way to avoid all this .. then “so be it” /1 — Katya Adler (@BBCkatyaadler) September 12, 2020
He added: "Let's remove this danger to the very fabric of the United Kingdom. “Let's make the EU take their threats off the table. “And let's get this Bill through, back up our negotiators, and protect our country.” Mr Johnson on Friday held a conference call with around 250 MPs to drum up support for the Bill.
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-12--BBC Brexit row: Peter Bone explodes at 'irrelevant' EU 'threat' over trade deal

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The Government 's Internal Market Bill will soon become “ an irrelevance ” , according to Conservative MP Peter Bone .
Mr Bone assured BBC Newsnight that he believed there would definitely be a Brexit trade deal agreed between the UK and EU before the December deadline .
This follows days of fury after the Government announced its intention to override certain parts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Northern Ireland with new legislation .
Mr Bone told Newsnight : `` If we have a comprehensive free trade agreement then this Internal Markets Bill is irrelevant because we 've done a comprehensive trade deal .
`` So why would the European Union Parliament be asked to ratify something that has n't been agreed ?
That just does n't make any sense .
`` First of all , this Bill has n't even reached the House of Commons .
`` It starts its process on Monday with a second reading .
Then we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the floor of the House . ''
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Brexit: Internal Market Bill is ‘irrelevant’ claims Peter Bone
The Government's Internal Market Bill will soon become “an irrelevance”, according to Conservative MP Peter Bone. Mr Bone assured BBC Newsnight that he believed there would definitely be a Brexit trade deal agreed between the UK and EU before the December deadline. This follows days of fury after the Government announced its intention to override certain parts of the withdrawal agreement to do with Northern Ireland with new legislation.
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Mr Bone told Newsnight: "If we have a comprehensive free trade agreement then this Internal Markets Bill is irrelevant because we've done a comprehensive trade deal. "So why would the European Union Parliament be asked to ratify something that hasn't been agreed? That just doesn't make any sense. "First of all, this Bill hasn't even reached the House of Commons. "It starts its process on Monday with a second reading. Then we have days and days in committee on the floor of the House." READ MORE: EU at 'crunch point' over eurozone - recovery fund sparks 'decision'
BBC Brexit row: Peter Bone explodes at EU 'threat' over trade deal - 'It's irrelevant!'
'First of all, this Bill hasn't even reached the House of Commons.'
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He continued: "Then it will have to go into the Lords and come back again. "It's going to be weeks and weeks before any decision. "We will get a deal, which is in the interest of both the UK and the EU, probably before this Bill becomes an Act of Parliament. "This is only a safety net so if we get a comprehensive free trade agreement, this is an irrelevance." Can't see this Brexit poll? Click here to open in your browser
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-13--EU cracks under Brexit pressure as Irish minister loses it on BBC's Marr – 'Let me finish'

The Irish foreign minister was visibly furious during his tense interview with the BBC 's Andrew Marr this morning .
Simon Coveney erupted in anger at several points during the exchange , amid growing EU frustration towards Boris Johnson 's Brexit plan .
At one point , Marr tried to interrupt Mr Coveney , prompting the Irish politician to fire back : `` Let me finish ! ''
The fiery interview comes after the British Government put forward a bill that will rewrite elements of the Northern Ireland protocol included in the Withdrawal Agreement signed by both the UK and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said the UK government 's actions had created `` enormous tension '' in the negotiations in the `` very little time left to get a deal '' .
The Minister for Foreign Affairs said `` trust has been damaged and eroded '' between the two sides and blamed the `` hugely irresponsible '' actions of the British Government .
He also accused No10 of whipping up `` inflammatory language '' after Boris Johnson 's claimed that the EU had threatened to block goods entering Northern Ireland from Britain .
JUST IN : Boris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' EU-Remainer plot Mr Coveney denied this claim , saying it was entirely `` spin and not the truth '' .
He added : `` I think this is backfiring and we 'll see what happens in the British Parliament this week in terms of debating this approach . ''
Marr pointed out that Ireland has a lot to lose from giving up on Brexit trade talks , explaining : `` You are saying that trust has broken down , but is n't it true that Ireland and the EU need these talks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would be catastrophic for Ireland .
One study showed 50,000 jobs would be lost from your economy very quickly .
Do n't both sides need to get on and come to an agreement ? ''
The Irish foreign minister responded : `` We all need this negotiation to succeed .
Britain does , Ireland does , and to a lesser extent the EU does too .
`` Britain and Ireland will be the two countries that suffer the most from a no deal .
`` We need to behave as modern democracies should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to get a trade agreement , it will probably be a basic , pretty thin trade agreement , but it is possible to do that .
`` We can do a deal that prevents tariffs and quotas being imposed on trade between the UK and the EU and the UK and Ireland in the future . ''
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Brexit: Simon Coveney tells Marr to ‘let me finish’ in BBC clash
The Irish foreign minister was visibly furious during his tense interview with the BBC's Andrew Marr this morning. Simon Coveney erupted in anger at several points during the exchange, amid growing EU frustration towards Boris Johnson's Brexit plan. At one point, Marr tried to interrupt Mr Coveney, prompting the Irish politician to fire back: "Let me finish!"
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The fiery interview comes after the British Government put forward a bill that will rewrite elements of the Northern Ireland protocol included in the Withdrawal Agreement signed by both the UK and the EU last year. Mr Coveney said the UK government's actions had created "enormous tension" in the negotiations in the "very little time left to get a deal". The Minister for Foreign Affairs said "trust has been damaged and eroded" between the two sides and blamed the "hugely irresponsible" actions of the British Government. He also accused No10 of whipping up "inflammatory language" after Boris Johnson's claimed that the EU had threatened to block goods entering Northern Ireland from Britain. JUST IN: Boris desperate 'to rescue Brexit' from 'sinister' EU-Remainer plot
The Irish foreign minister was visibly furious during his tense interview with the BBC's Andrew Marr
Coveney accused No10 of putting out "inflammatory language"
Mr Coveney denied this claim, saying it was entirely "spin and not the truth". He added: "I think this is backfiring and we'll see what happens in the British Parliament this week in terms of debating this approach." Marr pointed out that Ireland has a lot to lose from giving up on Brexit trade talks, explaining: "You are saying that trust has broken down, but isn't it true that Ireland and the EU need these talks to succeed? "A no deal would be catastrophic for Ireland. One study showed 50,000 jobs would be lost from your economy very quickly. Don't both sides need to get on and come to an agreement?"
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Coveney said "trust has been damaged and eroded" between the EU and the UK
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The Irish foreign minister responded: "We all need this negotiation to succeed. Britain does, Ireland does, and to a lesser extent the EU does too. "Britain and Ireland will be the two countries that suffer the most from a no deal. "We need to behave as modern democracies should. In my view it is possible to get a trade agreement, it will probably be a basic, pretty thin trade agreement, but it is possible to do that. "We can do a deal that prevents tariffs and quotas being imposed on trade between the UK and the EU and the UK and Ireland in the future." DON'T MISS: Ewan McGregor backs SNP bid for Scottish independence [VIDEO]
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Coveney erupted in anger at several points during the exchange


thedailyexpress--2020-09-13--Brexit poll: Are Tony Blair and John Major right to intervene in Boris’s Brexit plan? VOTE

Express.co.uk readers can vote in our poll on whether they think the Conservative and Labour grandees are right to speak out on the Prime Minister ’ s new Brexit legislation .
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Mr Blair and Sir John ’ s dramatic intervention comes as Mr Johnson is attempting to win support for his UK Internal Market Bill .
The new legislation has proved controversial as it could break international law by flouting the Withdrawal Agreement the Prime Minister struck with Brussels last October .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ criticise the Bill in an article for the Sunday Telegraph .
The pro-Remain pair claimed the Brexit legislation threatens the Irish peace process , will make trade negotiations harder and damages Britain ’ s integrity .
Express.co.uk readers can vote in our poll on whether they think the Conservative and Labour grandees are right to speak out on the Prime Minister ’ s new Brexit legislation Sir John and Mr Blair said : `` It puts the Good Friday Agreement at risk , because it negates the predictability , political stability and legal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ balance between the north and south of Ireland that is at the core of the peace process .
`` This has wide-ranging ramifications .
It will not only make negotiation with the EU more difficult , but also any trade negotiations with other nations , including the United States .
`` We both opposed Brexit .
We both accept it is now happening .
READ MORE : Boris desperate 'to rescue Brexit ' from 'sinister ' EU-Remainer plot Ex-Brexit Party MEP Rupert Lowe blasted : “ Tony Blair and John Major working together @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Blair is an insufferable man desperate to be relevant .
There 's a reason he 's so wildly unpopular - stay out of it Tony !
” Another Twitter user fumed : “ Blair and Major reminding 17.4million people why they voted for # Brexit.
” One more hit out : “ I remember the last time Blair and Major joined forces to persuade everyone to vote remain .
”

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Mr Blair and Sir John’s dramatic intervention comes as Mr Johnson is attempting to win support for his UK Internal Market Bill. The new legislation has proved controversial as it could break international law by flouting the Withdrawal Agreement the Prime Minister struck with Brussels last October. The former Conservative and Labour leader united to criticise the Bill in an article for the Sunday Telegraph. The pro-Remain pair claimed the Brexit legislation threatens the Irish peace process, will make trade negotiations harder and damages Britain’s integrity.
Tony Blair and Sir John Major have hit out at Boris Johnson’s Brexit plan
Express.co.uk readers can vote in our poll on whether they think the Conservative and Labour grandees are right to speak out on the Prime Minister’s new Brexit legislation
Sir John and Mr Blair said: "It puts the Good Friday Agreement at risk, because it negates the predictability, political stability and legal clarity that are integral to the delicate balance between the north and south of Ireland that is at the core of the peace process. "This has wide-ranging ramifications. It will not only make negotiation with the EU more difficult, but also any trade negotiations with other nations, including the United States. “Once trust is undermined, distrust becomes prevalent. "We both opposed Brexit. We both accept it is now happening. READ MORE: Boris desperate 'to rescue Brexit' from 'sinister' EU-Remainer plot
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Mr Blair and Sir John’s dramatic intervention comes as Mr Johnson is attempting to win support for his UK Internal Market Bill
The pro-Remain pair claimed the Brexit legislation threatens the Irish peace process, will make trade negotiations harder and damages Britain’s integrity
Ex-Brexit Party MEP Rupert Lowe blasted: “Tony Blair and John Major working together, what a team that is. “Blair is an insufferable man desperate to be relevant. There's a reason he's so wildly unpopular - stay out of it Tony!” Another Twitter user fumed: “Blair and Major reminding 17.4million people why they voted for #Brexit.” One more hit out: “I remember the last time Blair and Major joined forces to persuade everyone to vote remain.”
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