thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Labour brilliantly exposed in stunning outburst during BBC QT clash - 'You got smashed!'

Mr Lewis was quizzed about why he gave Jeremy Corbyn such high marks when asked by a journalist what he rates the Labour leader out of ten .
He was also asked about why Labour suffered such a grave defeat - but Mr Lewis was unable to come up with a satisfactory answer , according to Ms McElvoy .
Ms McElvoy blasted the Labour leader candidate on his response .
She said : “ While Clive is more open about what went wrong , I still think that his analysis is fundamentally flawed .
“ I would have never expected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where I used to Iive in the north east .
“ Historically , it ’ s always been a dry run for Conservatives .
READ MORE : BBC Question Time LIVE : Fiery clashes as panel clash on Iran “ They ’ d come up and then end up scuttling back down south , to Oxfordshire or somewhere .
She added : “ This [ the general election ] was really a huge change in the political landscape .
“ And for Labour to say they can try and get round it by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for changes to the electoral system , they might be good things to do , but they ’ re not the answer to the scale of the defeat of which you have suffered .
“ Jeremy Corbyn , you gave him six out of ten .
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“ The things you hold dear - inequality , poverty alleviation , I respect you very much for that .
“ But the trouble is , the right-of-centre has learned from its mistakes , but you haven ’ t learned at your end of the spectrum - and that ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will need to think very hard and fast about how you come back from it.
” The Labour Party suffered one of the worst defeats since the 1930s .
Many feel the blame lies in the fact that the party went too far left .
As a result , Corbyn will be stepping down as Labour leader , but will not leave his position until the position has been filled .
Mr Lewis is in the running to be the next Labour leader .

Question Time: Anne McElvoy says Labour Party got ‘smashed’
Mr Lewis was quizzed about why he gave Jeremy Corbyn such high marks when asked by a journalist what he rates the Labour leader out of ten. He was also asked about why Labour suffered such a grave defeat - but Mr Lewis was unable to come up with a satisfactory answer, according to Ms McElvoy.
Clive Lewis struggled to come up with answers.
It was the first Question Time of 2020.
Ms McElvoy blasted the Labour leader candidate on his response. She said: “While Clive is more open about what went wrong, I still think that his analysis is fundamentally flawed. “I would have never expected to see the Conservative Party winning seats where I used to Iive in the north east. “Historically, it’s always been a dry run for Conservatives. READ MORE: BBC Question Time LIVE: Fiery clashes as panel clash on Iran
Mr Lewis is one of the Labour leaders candidates.
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Mr Lewis gave Mr Corbyn a 'six out of ten'
Mr Lewis was grilled by fellow panelists in Question Time.
“My goodness. How many seats in parts of the country who have never voted Tory in my living memory would you have to lose before you could say it was nought out of ten, because that is the real position that the Labour Party is in. “The things you hold dear - inequality, poverty alleviation, I respect you very much for that. “But the trouble is, the right-of-centre has learned from its mistakes, but you haven’t learned at your end of the spectrum - and that’s why you got smashed.
“You will need to think very hard and fast about how you come back from it.” The Labour Party suffered one of the worst defeats since the 1930s. Many feel the blame lies in the fact that the party went too far left. As a result, Corbyn will be stepping down as Labour leader, but will not leave his position until the position has been filled. Mr Lewis is in the running to be the next Labour leader.
Mr Lewis could be the next Labour leader.
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Britons furious as Von Der Leyen threatens Brexit DELAY ‘trying every trick in the book!'

Speaking at the London School of Economics , where she previously studied , the president of the European Commission said said the UK and EU will still have an “ unbreakable ” after Brexit .
But Ms von der Leyen added the UK will have to accept compromises over leaving the EU at the end of this month .
She said in her speech : “ Our partnership can not and will not be the same as before .
“ It will not be as close as before because with every choice comes a consequence .
With every decision , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ free movement of people , you can not have the free movement of capital , goods and services .
“ Without a level playing field on environment , labour and state aid , you can not have the highest quality access to the world ’ s largest single market .
“ The more divergence there is , the more distant the partnership will be.
” Ms von der Leyen added the EU may have to “ prioritise ” different aspects of a deal .
She said : “ Without an extension of transition @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to agree on every single aspect of our partnership .
“ We will have to prioritise.
” But responding to the news on the Express.co.uk ’ s Facebook account , readers declared “ enough is enough ” over the latest comments .
Jay M Steele said : “ We ’ ve been trying to get things sorted for four years .
“ Enough is enough , they are trying every trick in the book to get the result overturned and make us stay.
” James Robertson added : “ If you and your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ de-rail our resolve and more time in taking us seriously you wouldn ’ t now be in a state of panic .
Von der Leyen faces crippling Euro problems which ‘ will never go away ' [ REVEALED ] Brexit news : I will never extend trade talks , Boris warns EU ’ s Ursula [ WARNING ] Brexit LIVE : Brussels to REFUSE opening up trade talks with UK [ LIVE ] “ Whatever happens is our gain and your loss.
“ And Janet Cordwell simply said : “ The EU needs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Readers were quick to dismiss Ms Von der Leyen ’ s comments as “ failing to understand democracy ” .
Michael Lawrence said : “ Prioritise as much as you want Ursula , Britain is leaving the building !
” Paul Nuttall added : “ Time really is money , the longer the EU can hang on to the UK the more it will cost us .
“ The more extensions the better , as far as the EU is concerned .
“ They have had nearly four years to sort Brexit , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ place the negotiating teams on both sides can start earning their money , instead of playing for more time over and over again.
” Philip Calvert blasted the EU for not understanding the word “ democracy ” .
He said : “ They do not understand Democracy in the European union .
“ We voted to leave , yes leave , the European union its institutions rules and regulations .
”

Boris Johnson meets Ursula von der Leyen at Downing Street
Speaking at the London School of Economics, where she previously studied, the president of the European Commission said said the UK and EU will still have an “unbreakable” after Brexit. But Ms von der Leyen added the UK will have to accept compromises over leaving the EU at the end of this month. She said in her speech: “Our partnership cannot and will not be the same as before.
“It will not be as close as before because with every choice comes a consequence. With every decision, comes a trade-off. “Without the free movement of people, you cannot have the free movement of capital, goods and services. “Without a level playing field on environment, labour and state aid, you cannot have the highest quality access to the world’s largest single market. “The more divergence there is, the more distant the partnership will be.”
Ursula von der Leyen has been blasted for holding the UK to ransom over a trade deal
Ms von der Leyen added the EU may have to “prioritise” different aspects of a deal. She said: “Without an extension of transition period beyond 2020 you cannot expect to agree on every single aspect of our partnership. “We will have to prioritise.” But responding to the news on the Express.co.uk’s Facebook account, readers declared “enough is enough” over the latest comments. READ MORE: Brexit panic: Michel issues EU unity warning ahead of UK trade talks
The President of the European Commission spoke at the London School of Economics
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Boris Johnson met Ursula as she visited London this week
“Whatever happens is our gain and your loss.“ And Janet Cordwell simply said: “The EU needs us more than we need them.” Readers were quick to dismiss Ms Von der Leyen’s comments as “failing to understand democracy”. Michael Lawrence said: “Prioritise as much as you want Ursula, Britain is leaving the building!” Paul Nuttall added: “Time really is money, the longer the EU can hang on to the UK the more it will cost us. “The more extensions the better, as far as the EU is concerned.
Ursula warned a trade deal between the UK and European Union is at risk unless Boris Johnson delays
“They have had nearly four years to sort Brexit, now with a proper time scale in place the negotiating teams on both sides can start earning their money, instead of playing for more time over and over again.” Philip Calvert blasted the EU for not understanding the word “democracy”. He said: “They do not understand Democracy in the European union. “We voted to leave, yes leave, the European union its institutions rules and regulations.”
Mr Johnson’s EU Withdrawal Agreement Bill cleared the Commons with a majority of 99
Meanwhile, Mr Johnson’s EU Withdrawal Agreement Bill cleared the Commons with a majority of 99 this evening. The Prime Minister was able to rely on help from new Tory MPs that entered Parliament at the general election. The legislation will then head to the upper chamber next week. Downing Street has urged the unelected House of Lords to take on board the December general election result which delivered Mr Johnson’s 80-seat Commons majority.
Readers were quick to dismiss Ms Von der Leyen’s comments
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Labour leadership: What the Labour Party will look like if THESE candidates get elected

As the candidates vary in political ideology from one another , Express.co.uk spoke with Dr Patrick Diamond , a senior lecturer in British politics from Queen Mary University London ’ s School of Politics and International Relations , to discuss what Labour ’ s approach will be under each leader .
First , the candidates must earn 22 nominations from Labour MPs and MEPs before Monday to compete in the race .
So far , four of the six MPs to have declared have secured the required nominations .
Sir Keir Starmer , the bookies ’ favourite to win , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – 63 nominations , as well as the support from trade union Unison , which Dr Diamond called “ a boost for him psychologically ” .
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How is the deputy elected ?
Dr Diamond said : “ Keir Starmer being favourite in the YouGov poll was surprising because many thought Rebecca Long-Bailey would be the frontrunner.
” That was down to the current Labour membership , a proportion of whom will have joined in time for the last leadership contests @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is considered to be a continuity candidate , hence her popularity among members .
“ It will be interesting to see how the entry of new members will change the race , ” Dr Diamond added .
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[ EXPLAINER ] Rebecca Long-Bailey gives Corbyn '10 out of 10 ' despite for election loss [ VIDEO ] What Labour ’ s policies will be under @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Diamond said : “ As a cabinet member , it was always widely known that Starmer disagreed with Corbyn on issues .
“ Although he was a strong advocate of a second referendum before the general election , it looks as if he will accept Brexit .
“ But he will argue that the Government ’ s deal is flawed and problematic .
“ That ’ s important because it means Labour will be moving on from the Brexit debate.
” Dr Diamond believes Starmer will push for a closer economic relationship with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ form of Brexit .
On immigration , Dr Diamond suggests Sir Keir will probably adopt a tough position in line with the Government but that will be somewhat inevitable because of Brexit .
In so far as Corbyn ’ s manifesto is concerned , Sir Keir will “ want to keep the popular elements ” said Dr Diamond , in particular , the green new deal .
“ But he will look to move away from the scale of nationalisation and tax and want to be more pro-business , ” said Dr Diamond @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was devised by Long-Bailey and shadow chancellor John McDonell .
Having led that project , she will be determined to continue pushing its agenda .
Long-Bailey , the Shadow Business Secretary said she believes “ investment in good , unionised jobs and the re-industrialisation of our regions and nations ” is the best way to tackle the climate crisis .
Prominent backbencher Jess Phillips , the Birmingham Yardley MP and vocal , long-time Corbyn critic , has criticised the Labour manifesto .
“ She feels that the manifesto had far too much in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” said Dr Diamond .
“ Her commitment to free social care at the point of access means she ’ s likely to want to raise taxes.
” The 38-year-old made a swift U-turn on Brexit after claiming she could see the possibility of the UK rejoining the EU if it was “ economically viable ” , but later said a pledge to reuniting with the bloc would not be in the party ’ s next manifesto .
“ Rhetorically she ’ s very much moving away from Corbyn , ” said Dr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ necessarily mean a return to Blairite policies but she ’ ll want to favour economic competence and trust.
” Ms Phillips quit the Labour party over the Iraq war , signing back up in time for the 2010 election .
“ She has a strong sense of what people that aren ’ t from richer areas and the south want , ” said Dr Diamond .
“ She wants to emphasise giving power back to towns.
” He added : “ Nandy wants to bring to the centre a much clearer image of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and that means some quite significant changes to the Jeremy Corbyn manifesto policies.
” Dr Diamond sees Emily Thornberry closer to the centre of the party .
But the Shadow Defence Secretary has struggled to gain nominations from her colleagues and is unlikely to make it onto the final ballot .
“ The reason she ’ s found it difficult is because of Keir Starmer ’ s dominance in the centre , ” said Dr Diamond .
“ She ’ s tried to differentiate herself by being critical of Donald Trump but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ She was loyal to Mr Corbyn and recently described him as a man of “ many , many talents ” , but refused to say whether he was a good leader .
“ I ’ m not sure she would completely reject the 2019 policies .
“ She thinks , like Keir Starmer , there was too much in the manifesto so she would want to cut down the number of commitments.
” Ms Thornberry is a long shot to win the contest with odds of 100/1 with most bookmakers .

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Six candidates have put themselves forward to take over from Jeremy Corbyn, who announced his intention to resign after a crushing defeat in December’s general election, which saw the Conservative Party earn a dominant 80-seat majority. The new leader will be announced on April 4.
As the candidates vary in political ideology from one another, Express.co.uk spoke with Dr Patrick Diamond, a senior lecturer in British politics from Queen Mary University London’s School of Politics and International Relations, to discuss what Labour’s approach will be under each leader. First, the candidates must earn 22 nominations from Labour MPs and MEPs before Monday to compete in the race. So far, four of the six MPs to have declared have secured the required nominations. Sir Keir Starmer, the bookies’ favourite to win, has – at the time of writing – 63 nominations, as well as the support from trade union Unison, which Dr Diamond called “a boost for him psychologically”. READ MORE: Labour leadership rules: How is the leader elected? How is the deputy elected?
Labour leadership: What the Labour Party will look like if THESE candidates get elected
What the Labour Party will look like if THESE candidates get elected
READ MORE Labour leadership hopeful Rebecca Long-Bailey vows to 'ABOLISH Lords' Rebecca Long-Bailey, the Salford and Eccles MP, has garnered 26 nominations. Lisa Nandy and Jess Phillips have received 24 and 22 nominations respectively. Shadow foreign secretary Emily Thornberry currently has nine nominations. And lagging behind is Norwich MP Clive Lewis, with just four nominations.
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Sir Keir Starmer is the most likely candidate to replace Jeremy Corbyn
Rebecca Long-Bailey
Dr Diamond said: “Keir Starmer being favourite in the YouGov poll was surprising because many thought Rebecca Long-Bailey would be the frontrunner.” That was down to the current Labour membership, a proportion of whom will have joined in time for the last leadership contests, being largely pro-Corbyn. Ms Long-Bailey is considered to be a continuity candidate, hence her popularity among members. “It will be interesting to see how the entry of new members will change the race,” Dr Diamond added. DON'T MISS:
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READ MORE Labour’s new leader will continue to ‘keep Britain shackled to EU’ What Labour’s policies will be under each candidate On Keir Starmer, Dr Diamond said: “As a cabinet member, it was always widely known that Starmer disagreed with Corbyn on issues. “Although he was a strong advocate of a second referendum before the general election, it looks as if he will accept Brexit. “But he will argue that the Government’s deal is flawed and problematic. “That’s important because it means Labour will be moving on from the Brexit debate.”
Keir Starmer
Dr Diamond believes Starmer will push for a closer economic relationship with the EU and disagree with a harder form of Brexit. On immigration, Dr Diamond suggests Sir Keir will probably adopt a tough position in line with the Government but that will be somewhat inevitable because of Brexit. In so far as Corbyn’s manifesto is concerned, Sir Keir will “want to keep the popular elements” said Dr Diamond, in particular, the green new deal. “But he will look to move away from the scale of nationalisation and tax and want to be more pro-business,” said Dr Diamond.
READ MORE Anti-Corbyn Labour MP backs 'honest and direct' Jess Phillips Long-Bailey, a close ally of Corbyn’s, will not abandon the Labour Party’s 2019 manifesto policies, says Dr Diamond. “She said Labour lost because they were unconvincing on Brexit,” he said. But according to the senior lecturer, once Brexit has happened Long-Bailey will claim the 2019 policies were popular before the UK leaving the European Union, so she’ll continue to champion them after. One policy, in particular, stands out among the ones she’ll stick to.
Labour’s green new deal was devised by Long-Bailey and shadow chancellor John McDonell. Having led that project, she will be determined to continue pushing its agenda. Long-Bailey, the Shadow Business Secretary said she believes “investment in good, unionised jobs and the re-industrialisation of our regions and nations” is the best way to tackle the climate crisis.
Jess Phillips and Lisa Nandy both received enough nominations to make the ballot
Prominent backbencher Jess Phillips, the Birmingham Yardley MP and vocal, long-time Corbyn critic, has criticised the Labour manifesto. “She feels that the manifesto had far too much in it and was uncomfortable with it,” said Dr Diamond. “She talks a lot about public services and social care. “Her commitment to free social care at the point of access means she’s likely to want to raise taxes.” The 38-year-old made a swift U-turn on Brexit after claiming she could see the possibility of the UK rejoining the EU if it was “economically viable”, but later said a pledge to reuniting with the bloc would not be in the party’s next manifesto. “Rhetorically she’s very much moving away from Corbyn,” said Dr Diamond. “That doesn’t necessarily mean a return to Blairite policies but she’ll want to favour economic competence and trust.” Ms Phillips quit the Labour party over the Iraq war, signing back up in time for the 2010 election.
READ MORE Labour MP blasted as she denies supporting Corbyn ahead of election Lisa Nandy, the third favourite in the contest, will also likely look to raise taxes to fund her policies says Dr Diamond. “She advocates measures to tackle economic inequality through higher taxes on the rich,” said the 45-year-old senior lecturer. The Wigan MP criticised Labour’s free broadband policy arguing that people in more rural or deprived areas would prefer better buses and public transport over an internet connection. Speaking to the BBC recently, Ms Nandy said bus routes were the more pressing issue in people’s lives and stressed the importance of relevant policies.
“She has a strong sense of what people that aren’t from richer areas and the south want,” said Dr Diamond. “She wants to emphasise giving power back to towns.” He added: “Nandy wants to bring to the centre a much clearer image of what people feel about their public services, and that means some quite significant changes to the Jeremy Corbyn manifesto policies.”
Norwich MP Clive Lewis
Emily Thornberry
Based on previous comments made by Clive Lewis, Dr Diamond thinks the Norwich MP would focus on two areas: green issues and the constitution. “He would, like Long-Bailey, keep all of the manifesto policies,” said Dr Diamond. “On green issues, he could take a more radical approach. “That’s likely to mean more reductions in carbon emissions and a move to a mix of energy. “He’ll want to work more closely with the Green Party.” Dr Diamond said Mr Lewis is an advocate of proportional representation for elections and would support reform of the House of Lords. “He doesn’t believe the Labour Party can win the next election on its own,” said Dr Diamond. “So he wants to make deals with parties sympathetic with Labour policies.” And that could mean potential support for a second independence referendum in Scotland to get the SNP on side.
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Panicking EU threatens to make UK pay if fishing access is blocked after Brexit

Fishing communities the length and breadth of the UK have repeatedly called for European trawlers to be kicked out after the UK leaves the bloc while fishermen on the continent have threatened to retaliate with a blockade of ports .
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic , whose country holds the rotating six-month presidency of the EU , made clear the team of negotiators who will kick off talks with Britain after January 31 will push for continued access .
Mr Plenkovic said : “ We want to avoid any fisheries skirmishes in the Atlantic .
“ We have seen them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to see them again.
” During the 1970s a series of cod wars between Britain and Iceland saw UK boats lose access to rich fishing area around the Nordic country .
And last summer saw tensions flare in the English Channel between British fishermen and their French counterparts over scallops .
Boats collided and stones were hurled form one vessel to another in a bitter dispute over the harvesting of the shellfish .
The French accused British boats of plundering their stocks 12 nautical miles off the coast of Normandy .
Being the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Croatia will head up the post-Brexit talks to thrash out a trade deal before the end of the transition period on December .
Speaking alongside Mr Plenkovic at a press concerned in Zagreb , European Council president Charles Michel backed him up , saying the bloc would “ promote and defend ” its interests in the discussions .
READ MORE : Brexit LIVE : Brussels to REFUSE opening up trade talks with UK One EU diplomat warned the first meeting will “ be the day that reality hits home ” for the British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK will fin itself in an “ impossible ” position if it thinks all aspects of a deal can be finalised before the end of the year .
Speaking at the London School of Economics this week before meeting Boris Johnson , the president of the European Commission cast doubt on his timetable for an agreement defining the long-term post-Brexit relationship between the UK and the EU .
“ The transition time is very , very tight ... so it is basically impossible to negotiate all that I have been mentioning , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” she said .

Brexit: Fishing will see ‘last minute concessions’ says Barnard
Fishing communities the length and breadth of the UK have repeatedly called for European trawlers to be kicked out after the UK leaves the bloc while fishermen on the continent have threatened to retaliate with a blockade of ports. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic, whose country holds the rotating six-month presidency of the EU, made clear the team of negotiators who will kick off talks with Britain after January 31 will push for continued access. Mr Plenkovic said: “We want to avoid any fisheries skirmishes in the Atlantic.
“We have seen them before, we don’t want to see them again.” During the 1970s a series of cod wars between Britain and Iceland saw UK boats lose access to rich fishing area around the Nordic country. And last summer saw tensions flare in the English Channel between British fishermen and their French counterparts over scallops. Boats collided and stones were hurled form one vessel to another in a bitter dispute over the harvesting of the shellfish.
Croatian PM Andrej Plenkovic, pictured with Emmanuel Macron, has warned about fishing wars
French and British boats collided in the bitter sea clashes over scallops off the coast of Normandy
The French accused British boats of plundering their stocks 12 nautical miles off the coast of Normandy. Being the current holder of the EU presidency means Croatia will head up the post-Brexit talks to thrash out a trade deal before the end of the transition period on December. Speaking alongside Mr Plenkovic at a press concerned in Zagreb, European Council president Charles Michel backed him up, saying the bloc would “promote and defend” its interests in the discussions. READ MORE: Brexit LIVE: Brussels to REFUSE opening up trade talks with UK
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The French accused the British of plundering their scallop stocks
The French government described the scallop war as 'extremely tense'
French fishermen clashed with British fishermen in the Channel last summer over scallops
One EU diplomat warned the first meeting will “be the day that reality hits home” for the British. Ursula von der Leyen has said the UK will fin itself in an “impossible” position if it thinks all aspects of a deal can be finalised before the end of the year.
During the 1970s cod war with Iceland, British boats lost access to waters around the Nordic country
Speaking at the London School of Economics this week before meeting Boris Johnson, the president of the European Commission cast doubt on his timetable for an agreement defining the long-term post-Brexit relationship between the UK and the EU. “The transition time is very, very tight ... so it is basically impossible to negotiate all that I have been mentioning, so we will have to prioritise,” she said.
British fishing communities have long called for foreign boats to be booted out of UK waters
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Brexit LIVE: Boris Johnson sends meddling House of Lords warning ahead of Brexit vote

The Prime Minister ’ s Brexit deal was approved by the House of Commons on Thursday , with MPs voting 330 to 231 in favour of moving the bill to the upper house .
It will now be debated there next week in the next crucial stage as Boris Johnson vows to meet his general election pledge to British voters to “ get Brexit done ” by January 31 .
Parliamentary oversight will likely be the most important topic for peers , some of whom are concerned about the Prime Minister ’ s removal from the bill of an entire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the negotiations with the European Union .
This has seen Stephen Barclay has send a stern warning to the Lords , urging them to follow the “ resounding message from the British people on December 12 ” , which saw the Conservative Party crush its political rivals and Remain-backing parties in the general election .
He warned : “ I anticipate constructive scrutiny , as we would expect in the other place ( the Lords ) , but I have no doubt that their lordships will have heard the resounding message from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Johnson 's deal was savaged in a report from the House of Lords European Union Committee , which warned the revised withdrawal agreement and political declaration “ fail to provide accountability for the next stages of Brexit ” .
The Prime Minister 's problems also lie further away from the UK , with several EU bureaucrats - including Guy Verhofstadt - who is set to launch one last desperate bid to wreck Brexit with a demand for Brussels to leverage market access in order to maintain freedom of movement between the UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen - have warned Mr Johnson a full trade deal can not be completed by his intended target of December 2020 unless Brexit is delayed again .
BBC News political editor Laura Kuenssberg revealed Whitehall officials are trying to break down the trade talks between the EU and the UK into a list of priorities to be agreed by the end of the year , only to delay the finalisation of the trade deal after the December 31 deadline .
Speaking on Brexitcast , Laura Kuenssberg @ @ @ @ @ @ @ similar to that in Brussels after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen claimed it would be impossible to agree on every aspect of the post-Brexit trade deal by the end of 2020 .
The BBC editor claimed Whitehall officials are excogitating ways to ensure Boris Johnson will look to have kept the promise of a trade deal by the end of the year , whilst leaving the final details of the agreement until after the promised deadline .
She said : “ I think there are a lot of clues from her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that how this is likely to play out - this is the expectation around Whitehall - is that basically it is very likely to be what Ursula von der Leyen described as ‘ priorities ’ .
“ There will be different layers of agreement and I know already that in Whitehall there have been officials talking about basically how do you get something by the end of year .
“ So that you can say you ’ ve met the promise and some bits of the deal will be done but then there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ What was described to me today as ‘ how do you sequence layers of agreement , how do you choreograph it ’ so that the political promise can be kept , the deal can be done but with other bits to be tied up.
” Boris Johnson has been dealt a huge blow after the House of Lords warned his revised withdrawal agreement and political declaration “ fail to provide accountability for the next stages of Brexit ” .
The House of Lords European Union Committee has published its report on the revised @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it warns key components of the agreement , including the work of the new UK/EU Joint Committee that will oversee the working of the withdrawal agreement , “ lack appropriate transparency or parliamentary oversight ” .
The committee said this is a “ particular concern given the extensive powers of the Joint Committee to amend the Withdrawal Agreement and to make decisions affecting Northern Ireland , including on key issues such as customs arrangements ” .
The report describes the UK/EU Joint Committee as a “ uniquely powerful and influential body ” that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ noting its decisions will be legally binding on both the UK and EU .
But the report “ expresses concern that the Joint Committee will not be subject to any Parliamentary oversight or scrutiny , its meetings may take place in secret , and its decisions may not even be published ” .
The Committee also raises concerns over Parliament ’ s ability to scrutinise the negotiations on the future relationship with the EU .
It adds the previous version of the withdrawal agreement provided a framework for Parliament to approve the future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but this has been omitted from the current text .
Lord Kinnoull , Chair of the House of Lords EU Committee , said : “ The revised EU Withdrawal Agreement Bill has significantly weaker arrangements for transparency and democratic oversight .
“ We are concerned that so much of the detail of the Withdrawal Agreement is being left to the UK/EU Joint Committee , a body that will not be subject to any parliamentary oversight and that may not even publish details of the decisions it reaches .
“ The lack of any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Parliament to scrutinise the future relationship negotiations is set in harsh relief compared to the role the European Parliament will play .
“ MEPs will be able to undertake detailed and transparent scrutiny of future EU/UK negotiations while parliamentarians in Westminster will be reduced to passive observers .
“ This lack of symmetry runs counter to the spirit and letter of ministerial undertakings given to parliament previously . ''
Brexit could have British fishermen increase their catch `` sevenfold '' once EU vessels are no longer allowed to roam freely in UK waters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The UK ’ s departure from the EU has been hailed as a great opportunity for British fishermen to take back control of waters and get rid of the controversial Common Fisheries Policy ( CFP ) regulating catch quotas .
Speaking to the Today Programme , Mr Aldous said : `` We ’ d see a sevenfold increase of what our quota stocks , those fishing stocks that are subject to quota , are and can actually be caught by UK vessels in the south and north sea . ''
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’ US Ambassador to UK says America not trying to ‘ buy ’ the NHS The US is not trying to “ buy ” the NHS in a post-Brexit trade deal , the country ’ s ambassador to the UK Woody Johnson has insisted .
When asked on LBC if the US wanted to buy the NHS , Mr Johnson said : `` No , no , and double no .
`` The President said if you gave it to him on a silver platter he would n't take it .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with health care .
It 's a major , major issue .
`` The President wants to concentrate on his health issues that he has , the national health issues .
You have Obama care and converting it into something that gives people choices .
`` You can solve the NHS issues .
And I think the Prime Minister has been very clear that he wants to emphasis improving health care and efficiency .
And more hospitals and more nurses , which is great . ''
Every candidate competing to replace Jeremy corbyn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ against Boris Johnson ’ s Brexit deal in the House of Commons on Thursday , Leave Means Leave has said .
Sir Keir Starmer , Rebecca Long-Bailey , Jess Phillips , Lisa Nandy , Emily Thornberry and Clive Lewis are all competing to be the party ’ s next leader .
“ They will struggle to win back the trust of the British people within the next decade.
” 9.25am update : Pound remains at near two-week lows but expected to rise in 2020 Steering has edged down against the US dollar , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continues .
The pound was down slightly at 0.1 percent in early trade at $ 1.3059 , holding close to Thursday 's rate of $ 1.3014 , the lowest level since December 27 .
Analysts have said the British currency is now being kept weak due to uncertainty around the UK ’ s future trade relationship with the EU after a transition period expires at the end of the year .
But a poll of nearly 60 forex strategists by Reuters found the pound is still expected to gain more than three percent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by hopes of a smooth departure from the EU .
8.57am update : ‘ Why are they always on the EU ’ s side ?
’ Redwood lashes out at BBC The Conservative MP and Brexiteer tweeted : “ The BBC Today programme was pressing to give away our fish to the EU , telling us it unrealistic to take back control .
“ Why are they always on the EU 's side ?
“ Catching our own fish and selling it at home or to the wider world is one of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deliver.
” 8.30pm update : SNP Ian Blackford launches furious rant on Brexit bill win - 'We will have our referendum ! '
Ian Blackford unleashed a furious rant directed at Boris Johnson demanding a Scottish independence referendum following the passing of the Brexit bill .
The SNP MP pointed to last December 's election results as evidence that the people of Scotland are standing by his party .
Mr Blackford told the House of Commons `` Scotland will remain an independent European country '' as well as calling for the Prime Minister @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Scottish people to choose their future .
He said : ” This is an important point in the election we held last December the people of Scotland stood by the SNP on the basis of our right to choose .
`` We will not accept being taken out of the European Union .
`` I say to the Prime Minister respect democracy , respect the election result , respect the right of the people of Scotland to choose our future .
`` We will have our referendum Prime Minister.
” 7.50am update @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as PM declares 'time for UK to move forward ' Britain ’ s future outside the European Union was secured last night in a momentous Commons vote .
Jubilant Boris Johnson smiled as MPs marched through the voting lobbies to give their backing to the Brexit Bill , marking an end to three years of bitter wrangling .
He said the Bill will restore sovereignty and insisted “ now is the time to move forwards ” .
The Prime Minister told the Commons : “ This Bill will secure our departure from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ certainty to businesses , protects the rights of our citizens and ensures we regain control of our money , our borders , our laws and our trade policy .
“ Three years ago Parliament entrusted the decision of our relationship with the EU to the British people .
“ By passing this Bill we will send a clear message that we have listened and we have acted and in doing so we will restore trust in this House and trust in democracy .
“ Once Brexit is delivered on January 31 , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other national priorities .
”

Brexit: EU agreeing trade deal will be ‘difficult’ says expert
Mr Johnson has said discussions about the future must be completed by the end of 2020 and that there is ample time to agree a wide-ranging deal. France's EU minister was sceptical and said it could take three times longer. Amelie de Montchalin said EU member states would bide their time even if that risks causing a chaotic no-deal transition at the end of the year.
"If Boris Johnson says it must end in 11 months from now and we need 15, 24 or 36 months, the 27 will take their time," she said. It has already taken the UK more than three-and-a-half years to leave the EU following its June 2016 Brexit referendum. Britain is scheduled to leave the EU on January 31, at which point it enters a standstill period whereby it remains within the European single market and customs union until the end of 2020. After Brexit day, official discussions are set to begin on the future relationship between Britain and the EU - since the Brexit vote in June 2016, discussions have only centred on aspects related to the divorce such as citizens' rights and Britain's financial liability.
Forging a comprehensive free trade agreement between the EU and a third country usually takes years, not months, and Mr Johnson's timeline is viewed as unrealistic across the bloc. The European Commission has said it might be possible to tackle some selected items in 2020, such as fishing rights, but that comprehensive discussions from trade to security would need longer. French President Emmanuel Macron said earlier this week that in light of Mr Johnson's insistence that negotiations on the future have to be over by the year's end, Britain will need to show "flexibility in line with that ambitious schedule". SEE BELOW FOR UPDATES...
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Brexit latest: The Prime Minister's deal has been savaged by the House of Lords
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6pm update: EU threatens to make UK pay if fishing access is blocked after Brexit Britain could find itself embroiled in another ‘cod war’ after Brexit if it expels foreign boats from its waters, the European Union has warned. Fishing communities the length and breadth of the UK have repeatedly called for European trawlers to be kicked out after the UK leaves the bloc while fishermen on the continent have threatened to retaliate with a blockade of ports. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic, whose country holds the rotating six-month presidency of the EU, made clear the team of negotiators who will kick off talks with Britain after January 31 will push for continued access. Mr Plenkovic said: “We want to avoid any fisheries skirmishes in the Atlantic. “We have seen them before, we don’t want to see them again.”
Brexit to increase fish 'sevenfold' for UK fisherman says Aldous
5pm update: Northern Ireland to get devolved government following Brexit negotiations The main Irish nationalist and pro-British unionist parties in Northern Ireland agreed to return to a power-sharing government on Friday after a three-year hiatus, ending a standoff that had threatened a key part of the province's 1998 peace settlement. Sinn Fein, the largest nationalist party, followed its rival, the Democratic Unionist Party, in backing a draft deal brokered by the Irish and British governments to end the devolved assembly's suspension. 4pm update: Sterling suffers two-week low over Brexit trade battle The pound edged lower today, holding near two-week lows against the dollar as a second policymaker joined Bank of England governor Mark Carney in signalling a potential rate cut. Bank of England policymaker Silvana Tenreyro said she would be inclined to back an interest rate cut in the coming months if growth does not pick up, adding to suggestions that the central bank is edging towards pumping more stimulus into the economy. Amelie de Montchalin said EU member states would bide their time even if that risks causing a chaotic no-deal transition at the end of the year. "If Boris Johnson says it must end in 11 months from now and we need 15, 24 or 36 months, the 27 will take their time," she said. It has already taken the UK more than three-and-a-half years to leave the EU following its June 2016 Brexit referendum. Britain is scheduled to leave the EU on January 31, at which point it enters a standstill period whereby it remains within the European single market and customs union until the end of 2020. 3.02pm update: Boris sent warning by furious MEP as trade battle begins Boris Johnson has been sent a furious warning by livid MEPs who have demanded he guarantee the free movement of Europeans after Brexit. Brussels’ Green MEP Sven Giegold told a German publication dropouts - in a reference to Britain leaving the bloc - should guarantee free movement to prevent social dumping. He then scolded the Prime Minister, adding the “time for cherry-picking is over”. He said: “With all good will for a quick agreement with London, it must be clear: The time of cherry picking is over. “There must be no special rules for the access to the EU single market.”
2.01pm update: UK to keep ban on chlorinated chicken after Brexit - fresh doubts over trade deal The Government will continue to ban the import of chlorine-washed chicken and hormone-injected beef after Brexit, the Environment Secretary has said. Theresa Villers said the Government would adopt an EU ban on both products following the UK’s departure from the EU. But this could put a huge stumbling block in a trade deal between the UK and US, with Washington expected to demand access to UK markets for US food producers. 12.58pm update: Brussels demands TWO conditions before talks with UK can continue Brexit talks may be compromised by new EU red lines outlined by Brussels' chief negotiator Michel Barnier on Thursday as the bloc may threaten the UK to sign "two conditional deals" before agreeing to move onto trade negotiations, claimed BBC's Adam Fleming. Speaking on Brexitcast, the BBC Brussels correspondent claimed Mr Barnier gave a huge clue of what is to come in the upcoming post-Brexit trade negotiations between the UK and the EU. Mr Fleming claimed that the EU chief Brexit negotiator has made it clear the UK will have to sign to "two conditional deals" before being able to negotiate the final future trading relationship between the two parties. “Michel Barnier gave a speech in Stockholm where he basically said a lot of similar stuff to Ursula von der Leyen but went into a bit more detail. “I really got the impression from him that he was saying the deal on all the other stuff is going to be conditional on two other deals been done first. “One: the fisheries deal, which they want to have done and dusted by the summer. “And also, an arrangement and an agreement on the so-called level playing field, how you manage economic competition between the two sides. “And I really got the impression from him that it’s only when those two things are agreed that he would be prepared to move onto te other stuff. “Doesn’t that sound very familiar? Like the withdrawal agreement phase one: ‘sort out citizens rights, money and the Irish border before we move onto the other big juicier stuff’.”
Brexit latest: Stephen Barclay issued a warning to peers in the House of Lords
11.40am update: BBC's Laura Kuenssberg reveals Boris Johnson's secret plan to DELAY Brexit talks with EU BBC News political editor Laura Kuenssberg revealed Whitehall officials are trying to break down the trade talks between the EU and the UK into a list of priorities to be agreed by the end of the year, only to delay the finalisation of the trade deal after the December 31 deadline. Speaking on Brexitcast, Laura Kuenssberg claimed the mood at Westminster is very similar to that in Brussels after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen claimed it would be impossible to agree on every aspect of the post-Brexit trade deal by the end of 2020. The BBC editor claimed Whitehall officials are excogitating ways to ensure Boris Johnson will look to have kept the promise of a trade deal by the end of the year, whilst leaving the final details of the agreement until after the promised deadline. She said: “I think there are a lot of clues from her and also clues on the British side that how this is likely to play out - this is the expectation around Whitehall - is that basically it is very likely to be what Ursula von der Leyen described as ‘priorities’. “There will be different layers of agreement and I know already that in Whitehall there have been officials talking about basically how do you get something by the end of year. “So that you can say you’ve met the promise and some bits of the deal will be done but then there will be layers of agreement. “What was described to me today as ‘how do you sequence layers of agreement, how do you choreograph it’ so that the political promise can be kept, the deal can be done but with other bits to be tied up.”
Brexit latest: Talks may be reportedly compromised by new EU red lines outlined by Michel Barnier
10.34am update: Boris dealt crashing blow as House of Lords savages Brexit deal Boris Johnson has been dealt a huge blow after the House of Lords warned his revised withdrawal agreement and political declaration “fail to provide accountability for the next stages of Brexit”. The House of Lords European Union Committee has published its report on the revised agreement and accompanying political declaration. But it warns key components of the agreement, including the work of the new UK/EU Joint Committee that will oversee the working of the withdrawal agreement, “lack appropriate transparency or parliamentary oversight”. The committee said this is a “particular concern given the extensive powers of the Joint Committee to amend the Withdrawal Agreement and to make decisions affecting Northern Ireland, including on key issues such as customs arrangements”. The report describes the UK/EU Joint Committee as a “uniquely powerful and influential body” that can amend the withdrawal agreement unilaterally, noting its decisions will be legally binding on both the UK and EU. But the report “expresses concern that the Joint Committee will not be subject to any Parliamentary oversight or scrutiny, its meetings may take place in secret, and its decisions may not even be published”. The Committee also raises concerns over Parliament’s ability to scrutinise the negotiations on the future relationship with the EU. It adds the previous version of the withdrawal agreement provided a framework for Parliament to approve the future relationship between the UK and EU, but this has been omitted from the current text. Lord Kinnoull, Chair of the House of Lords EU Committee, said: “The revised EU Withdrawal Agreement Bill has significantly weaker arrangements for transparency and democratic oversight. “We are concerned that so much of the detail of the Withdrawal Agreement is being left to the UK/EU Joint Committee, a body that will not be subject to any parliamentary oversight and that may not even publish details of the decisions it reaches. “The lack of any provision in the Bill for the UK Parliament to scrutinise the future relationship negotiations is set in harsh relief compared to the role the European Parliament will play. “MEPs will be able to undertake detailed and transparent scrutiny of future EU/UK negotiations while parliamentarians in Westminster will be reduced to passive observers. “This lack of symmetry runs counter to the spirit and letter of ministerial undertakings given to parliament previously."
Brexit latest: Donald Trump as insisted the US does not want the NHS as part of any post-Brexit trade deal
10.14am update: Fishing victory: Huge UK boost as British fishermen celebrate end of 'c**p deal' Brexit could have British fishermen increase their catch "sevenfold" once EU vessels are no longer allowed to roam freely in UK waters, Tory MP Peter Aldous claimed. The UK’s departure from the EU has been hailed as a great opportunity for British fishermen to take back control of waters and get rid of the controversial Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) regulating catch quotas. Speaking to the Today Programme, Mr Aldous said: "We’d see a sevenfold increase of what our quota stocks, those fishing stocks that are subject to quota, are and can actually be caught by UK vessels in the south and north sea." 9.56am update: ‘No, no and double no!’ US Ambassador to UK says America not trying to ‘buy’ the NHS The US is not trying to “buy” the NHS in a post-Brexit trade deal, the country’s ambassador to the UK Woody Johnson has insisted. When asked on LBC if the US wanted to buy the NHS, Mr Johnson said: "No, no, and double no. "The President said if you gave it to him on a silver platter he wouldn't take it. "We have got our own issues dealing with health care. It's a major, major issue. "The President wants to concentrate on his health issues that he has, the national health issues. You have Obama care and converting it into something that gives people choices. "You can solve the NHS issues. And I think the Prime Minister has been very clear that he wants to emphasis improving health care and efficiency. And more hospitals and more nurses, which is great." 9.48am update: Labour leadership candidates voted against Brexit deal in Commons Every candidate competing to replace Jeremy corbyn as leader of the Labour Party voted against Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal in the House of Commons on Thursday, Leave Means Leave has said. Sir Keir Starmer, Rebecca Long-Bailey, Jess Phillips, Lisa Nandy, Emily Thornberry and Clive Lewis are all competing to be the party’s next leader. Leave Means Leave tweeted: “Every Labour leadership candidate voted against Brexit last night. “They will struggle to win back the trust of the British people within the next decade.”
Brexit latest: John Redwood lashed out at the BBC
9.25am update: Pound remains at near two-week lows but expected to rise in 2020 Steering has edged down against the US dollar, holding near two-week lows as Brexit uncertainty continues. The pound was down slightly at 0.1 percent in early trade at $1.3059, holding close to Thursday's rate of $1.3014, the lowest level since December 27. Analysts have said the British currency is now being kept weak due to uncertainty around the UK’s future trade relationship with the EU after a transition period expires at the end of the year. But a poll of nearly 60 forex strategists by Reuters found the pound is still expected to gain more than three percent against the dollar this year, supported by hopes of a smooth departure from the EU. 8.57am update: ‘Why are they always on the EU’s side?’ Redwood lashes out at BBC The Conservative MP and Brexiteer tweeted: “The BBC Today programme was pressing to give away our fish to the EU, telling us it unrealistic to take back control. “Why are they always on the EU's side? “Catching our own fish and selling it at home or to the wider world is one of the big wins from Brexit which we must deliver.”
Brexit latest: Britain is due to leave the EU on January 31
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Brexit latest: Britain's farewell to the EU as MPs vote to quit

MPs marched through the voting lobbies to give their backing to the Brexit Bill which sailed through by 330 votes to 231 – a thumping majority of 99 .
Brexit Secretary Stephen Barclay said the vote sent a clear message to the public that the Government has “ listened and we have acted ” .
He confirmed he will be out of his job within weeks because his department will be scrapped once Britain severs the ties with the bloc on January 31 .
Mr Barclay said : “ This Bill will secure our departure from the European Union with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , protects the rights of our citizens and ensures we regain control of our money , our borders , our laws and our trade policy .
“ Three years ago Parliament entrusted the decision of our relationship with the EU to the British people .
“ By passing this Bill we will send a clear message that we have listened and we have acted and in doing so we will restore trust in this House and trust in democracy.
” The Withdrawal Agreement Bill will go before peers on Monday and they could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But even if they agree amendments to the legislation , Boris Johnson ’ s 80-strong Commons majority means the alterations will be immediately killed off by MPs .
Mr Barclay urged peers not to drag their feet when they get hold of the Bill and stressed the clear mandate for pushing Brexit through secured by the Tories at the general election .
He said : “ I anticipate constructive scrutiny as we would expect in the Lords , but I have no doubt that their Lordships will have heard the resounding message from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ And they will have seen the clear will of this House as expressed by the sizeable majorities in the committee votes.
” Tory former minister Mark Francois called for Big Ben to chime at 11pm on January 31 to mark the UK ’ s departure and has won backing from 55 MPs .
The chimes have been largely silenced since 2017 for the safety of workers involved in a four-year restoration scheme of the Elizabeth Tower housing the bell .
Mr Francois said : “ We will leave the European Union at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we leave at a precise specified time , those who wish to celebrate will need to look to a clock to mark the moment .
“ It seems inconceivable to me and many colleagues that that clock should not be the most iconic timepiece in the world , Big Ben.
” Scottish nationalists made a futile last bid to sabotage the Bill because Holyrood has refused to consent to it .
But the attempt was resoundingly rejected by a majority of 267 .
The leader of the SNP in Westminster Ian Blackford has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ European country ” .
He told MPs : “ This is a constitutional crisis , because we will not and we can not accept what is being done to us.
” The UK is ready to start negotiations with Brussels on future trade relations the week after Brexit .

Triumphant: Prime Minister Boris Johnson
MPs marched through the voting lobbies to give their backing to the Brexit Bill which sailed through by 330 votes to 231 – a thumping majority of 99. Brexit Secretary Stephen Barclay said the vote sent a clear message to the public that the Government has “listened and we have acted”. He confirmed he will be out of his job within weeks because his department will be scrapped once Britain severs the ties with the bloc on January 31.
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Mr Barclay said: “This Bill will secure our departure from the European Union with a deal that gives certainty to businesses, protects the rights of our citizens and ensures we regain control of our money, our borders, our laws and our trade policy. “Three years ago Parliament entrusted the decision of our relationship with the EU to the British people. “By passing this Bill we will send a clear message that we have listened and we have acted and in doing so we will restore trust in this House and trust in democracy.” The Withdrawal Agreement Bill will go before peers on Monday and they could try to make changes to it. But even if they agree amendments to the legislation, Boris Johnson’s 80-strong Commons majority means the alterations will be immediately killed off by MPs.
Scene in the Commons as majority for triumphal Mr Johnson ensures a vote without any hitches
Mr Barclay urged peers not to drag their feet when they get hold of the Bill and stressed the clear mandate for pushing Brexit through secured by the Tories at the general election. He said: “I anticipate constructive scrutiny as we would expect in the Lords, but I have no doubt that their Lordships will have heard the resounding message from the British people on December 12. “And they will have seen the clear will of this House as expressed by the sizeable majorities in the committee votes.” Tory former minister Mark Francois called for Big Ben to chime at 11pm on January 31 to mark the UK’s departure and has won backing from 55 MPs. The chimes have been largely silenced since 2017 for the safety of workers involved in a four-year restoration scheme of the Elizabeth Tower housing the bell.
Brexit Secretary Stephen Barclay
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Mr Francois said: “We will leave the European Union at 11pm on January 31. “As we leave at a precise specified time, those who wish to celebrate will need to look to a clock to mark the moment. “It seems inconceivable to me and many colleagues that that clock should not be the most iconic timepiece in the world, Big Ben.” Scottish nationalists made a futile last bid to sabotage the Bill because Holyrood has refused to consent to it. But the attempt was resoundingly rejected by a majority of 267. The leader of the SNP in Westminster Ian Blackford has said Scotland will “remain an independent European country”. He told MPs: “This is a constitutional crisis, because we will not and we cannot accept what is being done to us.” The UK is ready to start negotiations with Brussels on future trade relations the week after Brexit.
Stephen Barclay confirms his department will be scrapped once Britain cuts ties with the bloc


thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Labour humiliation: Clive Lewis silenced after bizarre Tory put down - 'Like Rasputin!'

Mr Lewis , who is a Labour leader candidate , went on a wild rant when the panel and audience were questioning the need for political parties to have special advisors .
Mr Cummings came up in conversation , and Mr Lewis did not hold back in giving his opinion about him , using many dated cultural references .
“ I can ’ t get out of my head that he ’ s the undead Jonathan Harker , which I find quite amusing .
He added : “ I think Boris Johnson and the government are quite happy because he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to take all the flak .
“ But actually , what this comes down to , is a lack of accountability from our government .
“ Also what it comes down really when you analyse it , is that Dominic Cummings ultimately wields power because he ’ s allowed to be the executive to the Prime Minister .
“ He has this power because Johnson has given him that power.
” MP Brandon Lewis provided his thoughts as to why special advisors can be a great benefit He said : “ I think @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phenomenal , having got special advisors in , is what delivers for our country .
It comes Cummins vowed to eradicate gender identity targets from No10 in an announcement on his blog .
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[ ANALYSIS ] Dominic Grieve OUT : Remainer MP LOSES seat to Conservative [ COMMENT ] “ They are usually babbling about ‘ gender identity diversity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ needs is not more drivel about ‘ identity ’ and ‘ diversity ’ from Oxbridge humanities graduates but more genuine cognitive diversity.
” “ We need some true wild cards , artists , people who never went to university and fought their way out of an appalling hell hole , weirdos from William Gibson novels like that girl hired by Bigend as a brand ‘ diviner ’ who feels sick at the sight of Tommy Hilfiger or that Chinese-Cuban free runner from a crime family hired by the KGB .
“ I ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t fit — don ’ t complain later because I made it clear now.
” He said via his website that the government was looking to hire project managers , data scientists and policy experts but made sure that the readers knew his mentioning of the word “ diversity ” in the job description was reference to “ genuine cognitive diversity.
” It read : “ People in SW1 talk a lot about ‘ diversity ’ but they rarely mean ‘ true cognitive diversity ’ .
“ If you want to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do , or how international criminal gangs might exploit holes in our border security , you don ’ t want more Oxbridge English graduates who chat about Lacan at dinner parties with TV producers and spread fake news about fake news .
“ By definition I don ’ t really know what I ’ m looking for but I want people around No10 to be on the lookout for such people.
” He called on applicants to send their CVs to ideasfornumber10 @ gmail.com .
He continued : “ I ’ ll have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t apply unless you can commit to at least 2 years .

Question Time: Clive Lewis compares Cummings to Rasputin
Mr Lewis, who is a Labour leader candidate, went on a wild rant when the panel and audience were questioning the need for political parties to have special advisors. Mr Cummings came up in conversation, and Mr Lewis did not hold back in giving his opinion about him, using many dated cultural references.
Mr Lewis went on a bizarre rant.
Mr Lewis could be the next Labour leader.
“I can’t get out of my head that he’s the undead Jonathan Harker, which I find quite amusing. “He’s like a Rasputin-type character. He added: “I think Boris Johnson and the government are quite happy because he isn’t accountable and he gets to take all the flak. “But actually, what this comes down to, is a lack of accountability from our government. READ MORE: Andrew Neil grills Labour leader candidate Lewis over Corbyn support
Mr Lewis rated Jeremy Corbyn 'six out of ten.'
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Dominic Cummings has been advising the Prime Minister
Mr Cummings requested job applications on his blog.
“They are usually babbling about ‘gender identity diversity blah blah’. “What SW1 needs is not more drivel about ‘identity’ and ‘diversity’ from Oxbridge humanities graduates but more genuine cognitive diversity.” “We need some true wild cards, artists, people who never went to university and fought their way out of an appalling hell hole, weirdos from William Gibson novels like that girl hired by Bigend as a brand ‘diviner’ who feels sick at the sight of Tommy Hilfiger or that Chinese-Cuban free runner from a crime family hired by the KGB. “I’ll bin you within weeks if you don’t fit — don’t complain later because I made it clear now.” He said via his website that the government was looking to hire project managers, data scientists and policy experts but made sure that the readers knew his mentioning of the word “diversity”in the job description was reference to “genuine cognitive diversity.” It read: “People in SW1 talk a lot about ‘diversity’ but they rarely mean ‘true cognitive diversity’.
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“If you want to figure out what characters around Putin might do, or how international criminal gangs might exploit holes in our border security, you don’t want more Oxbridge English graduates who chat about Lacan at dinner parties with TV producers and spread fake news about fake news. “By definition I don’t really know what I’m looking for but I want people around No10 to be on the lookout for such people.” He called on applicants to send their CVs to ideasfornumber10@gmail.com. He continued: “I’ll have to spend time helping you so don’t apply unless you can commit to at least 2 years.
Cummings was likened to Rasputin
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-11--‘Mad as a box of FROGS!’ Britons’ fury at Clive Lewis’s demand for Royal Family referendum

Mr Lewis , in the running to replace Jeremy Corbyn , made the suggestion in the wake of the royal crisis surrounding not only Meghan Markle and Prince Harry ’ s shock decision to quit as senior royals , but also the scandal surrounding Prince Andrew .
Mr Lewis said : “ I completely respect the right of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to do what they have done .
It is a matter for them .
It is extremely unfortunate and a sign of the media we have that they feel they have to do this .
“ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But if you look at the intrusion on their lives , if you look at the racism that Meghan Markle has experienced in the British media , then I can understand why , given what ’ s happened , given the difficulties within their family , it can ’ t be easy being a royal.
” He added : “ Why not have a referendum in this country on the future of the Royal Family ?
“ We are a democracy .
I ’ d rather see us as citizens rather than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were furious with the suggestion and took to social media to condemn Mr Lewis .
One , referring to Mr Lewis , said : “ The guy is as mad as a box of frogs.
” Another added : “ I vote for a referendum to be held on whether to hold any more referendums.
” A third said : “ The Labour Party should take action with that clown for even making that suggestion , and now that he is out of the leadership contention , maybe it is time to remove @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is temporarily.
” Another said : “ What a hypocrite , served as a British Army Officer so would have sworn allegiance to Her Majesty .
So did he lie when he took it ?
” A fifth added : “ I think our Queen will deal with Harry and Meghan .
We don ’ t need to take action.
” READ NOW : Royals under threat : How one Labour MP wants to ‘ scale down ' monarchy [ NEWS ] It comes as the Queen , 93 , last night @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wales , 71 , the Duke of Cambridge , 37 , to deal with the Harry and Meghan crisis .
Meghan , 38 , flew back to Canada on Thursday to be with eight-month-old Archie as Harry dealt with the task at hand .
The Queen has told all four working royal households to find a “ workable solution ” after the Sussexes dropped the bombshell on Wednesday that they were quitting as senior royals .
Mr Lewis said , “ a lot of people would like to see the monarchy scaled down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Labour 's Emily Thornberry was attacked for divisive Iran comments [ NEWS ] ‘ Labour FAR too connected to woke metro UK ’ Ex-Lab candidate stunned [ ANALYSIS ] Labour MP praises Sir Keir Starmer 's Brexit position despite rejection [ INSIGHT ]

Labour leadership: Lewis calls for ‘referendum on the monarchy’
Mr Lewis, in the running to replace Jeremy Corbyn, made the suggestion in the wake of the royal crisis surrounding not only Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s shock decision to quit as senior royals, but also the scandal surrounding Prince Andrew. Mr Lewis said: “I completely respect the right of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to do what they have done. It is a matter for them. It is extremely unfortunate and a sign of the media we have that they feel they have to do this. “I know it is not the only reason. But if you look at the intrusion on their lives, if you look at the racism that Meghan Markle has experienced in the British media, then I can understand why, given what’s happened, given the difficulties within their family, it can’t be easy being a royal.”
He added: “Why not have a referendum in this country on the future of the Royal Family? “We are a democracy. I’d rather see us as citizens rather than subjects in the 21st Century.” Britons were furious with the suggestion and took to social media to condemn Mr Lewis. One, referring to Mr Lewis, said: “The guy is as mad as a box of frogs.”
Britons have erupted with rage at Labour leadership hopeful Clive Lewis
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will quit as senior royals
Another added: “I vote for a referendum to be held on whether to hold any more referendums.” A third said: “The Labour Party should take action with that clown for even making that suggestion, and now that he is out of the leadership contention, maybe it is time to remove him from the party, even if it is temporarily.” Another said: “What a hypocrite, served as a British Army Officer so would have sworn allegiance to Her Majesty. So did he lie when he took it?” A fifth added: “I think our Queen will deal with Harry and Meghan. We don’t need to take action.” READ NOW: Royals under threat: How one Labour MP wants to ‘scale down' monarchy [NEWS]
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Mr Lewis wants to be leader of the Labour Party
It comes as the Queen, 93, last night demanded crisis talks with the Prince of Wales, 71, the Duke of Cambridge, 37, to deal with the Harry and Meghan crisis. Meghan, 38, flew back to Canada on Thursday to be with eight-month-old Archie as Harry dealt with the task at hand. The Queen has told all four working royal households to find a “workable solution” after the Sussexes dropped the bombshell on Wednesday that they were quitting as senior royals. Mr Lewis said, “a lot of people would like to see the monarchy scaled down”. DON'T MISS:
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--EU crisis: Hungary’s Orban threatens to destroy EU’s biggest party to take on Macron

Mr Orban also hit out at the largest party in the European Parliament , the European People ’ s Party ( EPP ) , as he called for its total reconstruction .
The Hungarian Prime Minister has been a thorn in the side of Brussels , with his ruling party , Fidesz being suspended from the EPP last March .
Mr Orban said : “ We are not interested in the EPP as it is today .
“ We are interested in the future EPP , and the future EPP should be different .
“ If EPP is unable to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think in the future European politics will need a new European initiative which is Christian Democrat .
“ If we can not reach a change inside EPP , we will initiate something new in the European politics.
” He also claimed the EPP , despite being the biggest party in Parliament , was “ losing influence and getting weaker ” .
Moreover , he argued the party was shifting from its traditional base and was becoming too “ liberal ” and “ socialist ” .
During his press conference the Hungarian Prime Minister @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” in the European party landscape .
With his party ’ s membership currently suspended , Mr Orban called for a reconstructing of the group or even the possibility of a new group combining Fidesz , Italy ’ s League Party and Poland ’ s Law and Justice party ( PiS ) .
JUST IN : Boris shuts down EU ’ s Brexit demands in crunch von der Leyen meeting All three party ’ s have been critics of the EU , with the ruling PiS threatening withdraw from the bloc completely .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a senior official in the Fidesz party told Politico they were considering the EPP .
Poland ’ s PiS party , is part of the European Conservatives and Reformists group within the EU Parliament while Italy ’ s League Party is a member of the far-right Identity & Democracy group .
In a sign of the potential break up of the EU Parliament , a senior ECR official told Politico , Mr Orban may want to join the group .
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Following the impending departure of the UK from the EU , Mr Orban also praised Boris Johnson this week .
Mr Orban termed the Prime Minister as “ one of the bravest European politicians ” as the UK prepares to leave the trade @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Prime Minister , claimed Brexit was a “ fantastic opportunity ” , as he lavished praise on Mr Johnson .
In his speech , he added : “ I believe a generous and strategic cooperation is needed with the British in the coming period when they are no longer members of the EU .
“ I regard Boris Johnson as one of the bravest European politicians .
”

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Mr Orban also hit out at the largest party in the European Parliament, the European People’s Party (EPP), as he called for its total reconstruction. The Hungarian Prime Minister has been a thorn in the side of Brussels, with his ruling party, Fidesz being suspended from the EPP last March.
Mr Orban said: “We are not interested in the EPP as it is today. “We are interested in the future EPP, and the future EPP should be different. “If EPP is unable to change itself in another direction, I think in the future European politics will need a new European initiative which is Christian Democrat. “If we cannot reach a change inside EPP, we will initiate something new in the European politics.”
EU news: Viktor Orban hits out at EU
EU news: Viktor Orban calls for change
He also claimed the EPP, despite being the biggest party in Parliament, was “losing influence and getting weaker”. Moreover, he argued the party was shifting from its traditional base and was becoming too “liberal” and “socialist”. During his press conference the Hungarian Prime Minister, also told of “dramatic changes” in the European party landscape. With his party’s membership currently suspended, Mr Orban called for a reconstructing of the group or even the possibility of a new group combining Fidesz, Italy’s League Party and Poland’s Law and Justice party (PiS). JUST IN: Boris shuts down EU’s Brexit demands in crunch von der Leyen meeting
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The also added the Hungarian Prime Minister wanted to “create something bigger” with three parties. Following the impending departure of the UK from the EU, Mr Orban also praised Boris Johnson this week. Mr Orban termed the Prime Minister as “one of the bravest European politicians” as the UK prepares to leave the trade bloc on January 31. The Hungarian Prime Minister, claimed Brexit was a “fantastic opportunity”, as he lavished praise on Mr Johnson.
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In his speech, he added: “I believe a generous and strategic cooperation is needed with the British in the coming period when they are no longer members of the EU. “I regard Boris Johnson as one of the bravest European politicians.”
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Briton’s fear House of Lords will BLOCK Boris Johnson’s Brexit bill – ‘Delayed for weeks!’

On Thursday night MPs voted 300 to 231 in favour of moving Boris Johnson ’ s Brexit Bill to the House of Lords , in a huge victory for the Prime Minister .
But an Express.co.uk has revealed that readers are worried peers may prevent and block the Bill from becoming law , as the Government doesn ’ t hold a majority in the upper house .
Under Theresa May ’ s Government , peers repeatedly blocked bills from progressing to the final stage .
The poll , carried out from 12-9pm January 10 , asked : “ Do you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brexit ?
” Of 4,610 respondents , 59 percent ( 2,710 people ) said they were concerned peers would block the Prime Minister ’ s Brexit Bill .
41 percent ( 1,900 people ) opted for “ no , this does not worry me ” .
Writing in the comments , one reader feared the peers could delay the Brexit process by adding amendments to the Bill .
They wrote : “ The Lords are bound to put through more Brexit scuppering amendments .
“ This could delay the process by weeks.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bill for two years but said : “ However , the Parliament Act thankfully removed from the House of Lords the power to veto a Bill !
” Many readers said they were not worried about the Lords blocking the Bill , as it could result in the UK leaving on World Trade Organisation ( WTO ) terms - without a deal .
JUST IN : Rory Stewart HUMILIATED as BBC brutally make him re-watch terribly wrong Brexit prediction One person wrote : “ If the Withdrawal Agreement ( WA ) doesn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at midnight on the 31st only WITHOUT the WA and its horrible bits .
“ We get the No Deal so many of us want .
So please , block away !
” Another person said : “ We win either way , blocked , no deal WTO , otherwise Boris gets his way and we still leave.
” One person warned that blocking the Bill would lead to calls for the upper house to be dismantled .
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” Downing Street has urged the upper house to back the Bill and support the millions of voters who voted for the UK to leave the European Union .
Mr Johnson ’ s official spokesman said : “ The country did deliver a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be resolved.
” Brexit Secretary Steven Barclay has also warned the House of Lords not to undo the hard work of the Government as it reaches its next stage .

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On Thursday night MPs voted 300 to 231 in favour of moving Boris Johnson’s Brexit Bill to the House of Lords, in a huge victory for the Prime Minister. But an Express.co.uk has revealed that readers are worried peers may prevent and block the Bill from becoming law, as the Government doesn’t hold a majority in the upper house. Under Theresa May’s Government, peers repeatedly blocked bills from progressing to the final stage.
The poll, carried out from 12-9pm January 10, asked: “Do you fear the House of Lords will block Brexit?” Of 4,610 respondents, 59 percent (2,710 people) said they were concerned peers would block the Prime Minister’s Brexit Bill. 41 percent (1,900 people) opted for “no, this does not worry me”. Writing in the comments, one reader feared the peers could delay the Brexit process by adding amendments to the Bill.
Britons fear the House of Lords will block the Brexit Bill
The poll asked 'Do you fear the House of Lords will block Brexit?'
They wrote: “The Lords are bound to put through more Brexit scuppering amendments. “This could delay the process by weeks.” Another person warned they could delay the Bill for two years but said: “However, the Parliament Act thankfully removed from the House of Lords the power to veto a Bill!” Many readers said they were not worried about the Lords blocking the Bill, as it could result in the UK leaving on World Trade Organisation (WTO) terms - without a deal. JUST IN: Rory Stewart HUMILIATED as BBC brutally make him re-watch terribly wrong Brexit prediction
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They said: “If they do block it there will be a push throughout the country to get it abolished once and for all.” Downing Street has urged the upper house to back the Bill and support the millions of voters who voted for the UK to leave the European Union. Mr Johnson’s official spokesman said: “The country did deliver a very clear message that they want Brexit to be resolved.” Brexit Secretary Steven Barclay has also warned the House of Lords not to undo the hard work of the Government as it reaches its next stage.
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--Jacob Rees-Mogg's brilliant reply to being told off causes Commons to erupt in laughter

Leader of the House of Commons Jacob Rees-Mogg was criticised for mispronouncing Labour MP Chris Bryant 's constituency in Parliament .
Mr Bryant represents Rhondda , a former coal mining area in South Wales .
However , the MP for North East Somerset gave a hilarious reply to Mr Bryant , one which the Labour MP was not expecting , sparking laughter in the chamber .
After correcting Mr Rees-Mogg 's pronunciation , Mr Bryant said : “ I hope you 'll practice it in front of a mirror later on today.
” Mr Rees-Mogg did not back down and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the member for Na h-Eileanan an Iar very generously , when I was newly elected , took me to the smoking room and gave me a couple of glasses of Scotland 's finest produce to help me learn how to pronounce his constituency .
“ The honourable gentleman , the member for Rhondda merely bellows at me across the chamber .
“ I think I shall try harder on Na h-Eileanan an Iar than I may do on Rhondda for that reason.
” READ MORE : John McDonnell lashes out at 'unforgiveable @ @ @ @

Jacob Rees-Mogg grilled over pronunciation of constituency
Leader of the House of Commons Jacob Rees-Mogg was criticised for mispronouncing Labour MP Chris Bryant's constituency in Parliament. Mr Bryant represents Rhondda, a former coal mining area in South Wales. However, the MP for North East Somerset gave a hilarious reply to Mr Bryant, one which the Labour MP was not expecting, sparking laughter in the chamber.
After correcting Mr Rees-Mogg's pronunciation, Mr Bryant said: “I hope you'll practice it in front of a mirror later on today.” Mr Rees-Mogg did not back down and shot back: “The honourable gentleman, the member for Na h-Eileanan an Iar very generously, when I was newly elected, took me to the smoking room and gave me a couple of glasses of Scotland's finest produce to help me learn how to pronounce his constituency. “The honourable gentleman, the member for Rhondda merely bellows at me across the chamber. “I think I shall try harder on Na h-Eileanan an Iar than I may do on Rhondda for that reason.” READ MORE: John McDonnell lashes out at 'unforgiveable arrogance' of Rees-Mogg
Jacob Rees-Mogg brilliant reply to being told off causes Commons to erupt in laughter
Mr Bryant represents Rhondda, a former coal mining area in South Wales.
The Commons erupted into laughter, but was also abuzz on Thursday for different reasons as well. MPs voted 330 to 231 to proceed with the Withdrawal Agreement Bill and finally deliver Brexit for the UK in an historic moment. The government's Brexit bill passed its first hurdle in Parliament after the Conservatives won a majority in the December general election. The Brexit date - when the UK leaves the EU - is currently set for January 31, 2020.
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Leader of the House of Commons Jacob Rees-Mogg was criticised for mispronouncing Rhondda
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Brexit Secretary, Stephen Barclay said in a speech to Parliament before the vote: “This bill was secure our departure from the European Union with a deal that gives certainty to businesses. It protects the rights of our citizens and ensures that we regain control of our money, our borders, our laws and our trade policy. “Once this bill has been passed, and the withdrawal agreement ratified, we will proceed swiftly to the completion of a free trade deal with the EU by the end of December 2020. “As laid out in our manifesto, bringing the supremacy of EU law to an end and restoring permanently the sovereignty of this place.” DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-01-10--‘WE ARE CLEAR!’ Boris sent warning by furious MEP as trade battle begins

Brussels ’ Green MEP Sven Giegold told a German publication dropouts - in a reference to Britain leaving the bloc - should guarantee free movement to prevent social dumping .
He then scolded the Prime Minister , adding the “ time for cherry-picking is over ” .
He said : “ With all good will for a quick agreement with London , it must be clear : The time of cherry picking is over .
“ There must be no special rules for the access to the EU single market.
” He then said there would only be fair competition @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rights and obligations were balanced .
He added : “ Without free movement of people , there can be no full market access for capital and services .
“ It is good that Ursula von der Leyen made it clear to the new EU Commission in her speech in London.
” This is a reference to new President of the Commission Ms von der Leyen , who demanded Britain extend the post-Brexit transition phase until the end of 2020 .
She told Mr Johnson it would be “ basically impossible ” to work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the year .
Mr Giegold added : “ As Greens , we will not allow environmental and social dumping in the European Parliament .
“ Europe ’ s high standards must not be called into question in the negotiations.
” READ NOW : Brexit timetable : What happens next ?
MPs FINALLY approve WAB [ NEWS ] In the report from the House of Lords European Union Committee , they stated fears the UK/EU Joint Committee lacks transparency or any potential “ democratic oversight ” .
The UK/EU Joint Committee has the ability @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decisions emanating from the group will be legally binding for the UK and the EU without any Parliamentary guidance .
Ultimately , the House of Lords committee has expressed concerns over Parliament ’ s ability to scrutinise the withdrawal agreement while MEPs will have a much stronger role in being able to assess the Brexit deal in Brussels .
Commenting on the report , Lord Kinnoull , Chair of the House of Lords EU Committee , said : “ The revised EU Withdrawal Agreement Bill has significantly weaker arrangements for transparency and democratic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so much of the detail of the Withdrawal Agreement is being left to the UK/EU Joint Committee , a body that will not be subject to any parliamentary oversight and that may not even publish details of the decisions it reaches .
“ The lack of any provision in the Bill for the UK Parliament to scrutinise the future relationship negotiations is set in harsh relief compared to the role the European Parliament will play .
“ MEPs will be able to undertake detailed and transparent scrutiny of future EU/UK negotiations while parliamentarians @ @ @ @ @ @ @ observers .
“ This lack of symmetry runs counter to the spirit and letter of ministerial undertakings given to parliament previously .
”

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Brussels’ Green MEP Sven Giegold told a German publication dropouts - in a reference to Britain leaving the bloc - should guarantee free movement to prevent social dumping. He then scolded the Prime Minister, adding the “time for cherry-picking is over”. He said: “With all good will for a quick agreement with London, it must be clear: The time of cherry picking is over.
“There must be no special rules for the access to the EU single market.” He then said there would only be fair competition between the EU and the UK if rights and obligations were balanced. He added: “Without free movement of people, there can be no full market access for capital and services. “It is good that Ursula von der Leyen made it clear to the new EU Commission in her speech in London.”
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Mr Johnson welcomed Ms Von der Leyen to No10
This is a reference to new President of the Commission Ms von der Leyen, who demanded Britain extend the post-Brexit transition phase until the end of 2020. She told Mr Johnson it would be “basically impossible” to work on all topics by the end of the year. Mr Giegold added: “As Greens, we will not allow environmental and social dumping in the European Parliament. “Europe’s high standards must not be called into question in the negotiations.” READ NOW: Brexit timetable: What happens next? MPs FINALLY approve WAB [NEWS]
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In the report from the House of Lords European Union Committee, they stated fears the UK/EU Joint Committee lacks transparency or any potential “democratic oversight”. The UK/EU Joint Committee has the ability to amend the withdrawal agreement unilaterally while decisions emanating from the group will be legally binding for the UK and the EU without any Parliamentary guidance. Ultimately, the House of Lords committee has expressed concerns over Parliament’s ability to scrutinise the withdrawal agreement while MEPs will have a much stronger role in being able to assess the Brexit deal in Brussels. Commenting on the report, Lord Kinnoull, Chair of the House of Lords EU Committee, said: “The revised EU Withdrawal Agreement Bill has significantly weaker arrangements for transparency and democratic oversight.
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“We are concerned that so much of the detail of the Withdrawal Agreement is being left to the UK/EU Joint Committee, a body that will not be subject to any parliamentary oversight and that may not even publish details of the decisions it reaches. “The lack of any provision in the Bill for the UK Parliament to scrutinise the future relationship negotiations is set in harsh relief compared to the role the European Parliament will play. “MEPs will be able to undertake detailed and transparent scrutiny of future EU/UK negotiations while parliamentarians in Westminster will be reduced to passive observers. “This lack of symmetry runs counter to the spirit and letter of ministerial undertakings given to parliament previously.”
The UK will leave the EU at the end of this month