thedailyexpress--2020-10-23--Fishing war: Brexit battle as FIVE EU states team up to force Boris U-turn

Ireland , France , Belgium , Denmark and the Netherlands will “ remain united ” in their position that coastal communities across the continent must be protected under any post-Brexit free trade deal .
Boats from the five nations have benefitted massively from fishing in Britain ’ s rich waters and as trade talks enter the final phase leaders are wary of losing access .
Ireland ’ s marine minister Charlie McConalogue touched on the contentious issue of fishing rights as he addressed the Brexit Stakeholder Consultative Committee .
He noted his recent bilateral meetings with fisheries ministers from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s Agriculture and Fisheries Council in Luxembourg .
He said it is vital that the five countries support each other in their tough fishing stance .
Mr McConalogue said : “ As we reach a critical point in the negotiations , I highlighted that , now more than ever , it is vital that member states continue to remain united in order to protect the EU ’ s fishing industry and coastal communities .
“ Unity , co-operation and solidarity between member states are vital at this critical juncture.
” As Lord Frost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thrashing out a deal this morning , Ireland ’ s foreign minister said he believed Britain and Brussels could reach an agreement with the resumption of discussions .
However , Simon Coveney added the issues of fair competition and fisheries hampering an accord were `` still very much there '' .
He added : `` When we got a deal done this time last year , a lot of people were predicting that there would be a no-deal Brexit .
READ MORE : Von der Leyen to meet Rutte as tensions over fishing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a deal , he admitted that both sides remained `` miles apart '' on fishing .
The chief Brexit negotiators will tackle the thorny issue during their talks today after Mr Barnier said both sides would need to compromise for a deal to be reached .
Fishing rights remains the main bone of contention after some progress on competition guarantees including state aid rules were made in previous talks .
Boris Johnson has insisted on taking back control over British waters while the EU wants continued access to the fishing waters .
Asked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ junior finance minister Stephen Barclay said : `` I hope so . ''
He added : `` But that deal needs to reflect that fact that we 're leaving the EU , we will regain control of our fisheries .
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Boris Johnson told to 'take back your fishing waters' by MEP
Ireland, France, Belgium, Denmark and the Netherlands will “remain united” in their position that coastal communities across the continent must be protected under any post-Brexit free trade deal. Boats from the five nations have benefitted massively from fishing in Britain’s rich waters and as trade talks enter the final phase leaders are wary of losing access.
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Ireland’s marine minister Charlie McConalogue touched on the contentious issue of fishing rights as he addressed the Brexit Stakeholder Consultative Committee. He noted his recent bilateral meetings with fisheries ministers from the other four nations at this week’s Agriculture and Fisheries Council in Luxembourg. He said it is vital that the five countries support each other in their tough fishing stance. Mr McConalogue said: “As we reach a critical point in the negotiations, I highlighted that, now more than ever, it is vital that member states continue to remain united in order to protect the EU’s fishing industry and coastal communities.
Five EU nations, including Ireland and France, have teamed up on a call for fishing rights
Michel Barnier arrives in London for talks
“Unity, co-operation and solidarity between member states are vital at this critical juncture.” As Lord Frost and Mr Barnier got to work on thrashing out a deal this morning, Ireland’s foreign minister said he believed Britain and Brussels could reach an agreement with the resumption of discussions. However, Simon Coveney added the issues of fair competition and fisheries hampering an accord were "still very much there". He added: "When we got a deal done this time last year, a lot of people were predicting that there would be a no-deal Brexit. READ MORE: Von der Leyen to meet Rutte as tensions over fishing near crunch point
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The EU's chief negotiator chose a mask with the EU flag for his London trip
Boris Johnson has said the UK must take back control of its waters
David Frost arrives for talks on Friday
Despite being optimistic about a deal, he admitted that both sides remained "miles apart" on fishing. The chief Brexit negotiators will tackle the thorny issue during their talks today after Mr Barnier said both sides would need to compromise for a deal to be reached.
Fishing rights remains the main bone of contention after some progress on competition guarantees including state aid rules were made in previous talks.
EU countries most reliant on the UK for fishing
Boris Johnson has insisted on taking back control over British waters while the EU wants continued access to the fishing waters.
Asked if there would be a deal, junior finance minister Stephen Barclay said: "I hope so." He added: "But that deal needs to reflect that fact that we're leaving the EU, we will regain control of our fisheries.”
Lord Frost will discuss fishing rights with Mr Barnier on Friday


thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--Brexit PAYBACK: Fury as petty EU threatens Britons with hours of airport queues after exit

The European Commission has told member states visitors from the UK won ’ t be allowed to use passport e-gates from January 1 .
Britons will be forced to join long queues of arrivals from the rest of the world , including the US and China .
And the European Tourism Association has warned it means just one plane arriving from the UK at popular destinations , such as Faro , Alicante or Tenerife , could take nearly five hours to pass through a single passport lane .
British negotiators had asked Brussels to let European countries carry on giving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now .
E-gates electronically scan biometric passports meaning travellers don ’ t have to be physically checked by a border guard .
They are in place at airports across the UK and Europe , as well as Eurostar terminals in Paris , Brussels and London .
They can only be used by citizens of the EU ’ s 27 member states , as well as those from Norway , Switzerland , Iceland , and Liechtenstein .
The Commission has rejected Britain ’ s offer to maintain reciprocal access to the fast lanes after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on December 31 .
At a private Brussels meeting this month , a top Eurocrat told capitals : “ EU law currently reserves use of e-gates to holders of EU/EEA/CH passports.
” UK officials have warned EU counterparts their intransigence could lead to retaliation against European travellers arriving in Britain .
British ministers have previously said they will continue to let EU citizens keep access to fast lanes when arriving in the country after Brexit .
The row was confirmed by British and EU sources close to the wrangling over the future relationship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ negotiating team said : “ We have offered to discuss access to e-gates in line with our previously published positions.
” Access to EU gates has not been discussed in the formal trade negotiations so far .
In line with the Political Declaration agreed between the Prime Minister and the EU last year , the UK Government has indicated a willingness to discuss reciprocal arrangements as part of the EU ’ s wider interest in international mobility .
British officials are keeping future arrangements for EU citizens at UK border gates under review @ @ @ @ @ @ @ THREE EU countries facing hardest hit from Brexit Visitors arriving from Australia , Canada , Japan , New Zealand , the US , Singapore and South Korea are all allowed to use fast lanes in UK airports .
A senior EU diplomat said : “ Having grown up in Brussels , Boris Johnson values the ability to travel freely to the continent .
So it is perfectly apt that the UK is now asking the EU to change its own laws to accommodate London on someday it always had .
“ We are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ‘ EU is being unfair ’ , ‘ we ’ re only asking for a Canada-style deal ’ .
It isn ’ t. ” A Brexiteer Tory MP said threats of border queues would likely fall away once the UK and EU agree any post-Brexit trade deal .
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The European Commission has told member states visitors from the UK won’t be allowed to use passport e-gates from January 1. Britons will be forced to join long queues of arrivals from the rest of the world, including the US and China. And the European Tourism Association has warned it means just one plane arriving from the UK at popular destinations, such as Faro, Alicante or Tenerife, could take nearly five hours to pass through a single passport lane.
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British negotiators had asked Brussels to let European countries carry on giving British holidaymakers the same preferential treatment as now. E-gates electronically scan biometric passports meaning travellers don’t have to be physically checked by a border guard. They are in place at airports across the UK and Europe, as well as Eurostar terminals in Paris, Brussels and London. They can only be used by citizens of the EU’s 27 member states, as well as those from Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.
Britons face huge queues after EU rejects fast lane passport offer
Michel Barnier's negotiators said the EU can't allow British tourists to use e-gates
The Commission has rejected Britain’s offer to maintain reciprocal access to the fast lanes after the end of the post-Brexit transition period on December 31. At a private Brussels meeting this month, a top Eurocrat told capitals: “EU law currently reserves use of e-gates to holders of EU/EEA/CH passports.” UK officials have warned EU counterparts their intransigence could lead to retaliation against European travellers arriving in Britain. British ministers have previously said they will continue to let EU citizens keep access to fast lanes when arriving in the country after Brexit. The row was confirmed by British and EU sources close to the wrangling over the future relationship pact.
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Busy European airports could leave Britons stuck for over an hour in queues
A source in the UK negotiating team said: “We have offered to discuss access to e-gates in line with our previously published positions.” Access to EU gates has not been discussed in the formal trade negotiations so far. In line with the Political Declaration agreed between the Prime Minister and the EU last year, the UK Government has indicated a willingness to discuss reciprocal arrangements as part of the EU’s wider interest in international mobility. British officials are keeping future arrangements for EU citizens at UK border gates under review. MUST READ: German bank reveals THREE EU countries facing hardest hit from Brexit
Lord Frost and Michel Barnier are holding Brexit talks this weekend
Visitors arriving from Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, the US, Singapore and South Korea are all allowed to use fast lanes in UK airports. A senior EU diplomat said: “Having grown up in Brussels, Boris Johnson values the ability to travel freely to the continent. So it is perfectly apt that the UK is now asking the EU to change its own laws to accommodate London on someday it always had. “We are probably in for another re-run of the ‘EU is being unfair’, ‘we’re only asking for a Canada-style deal’. It isn’t.” A Brexiteer Tory MP said threats of border queues would likely fall away once the UK and EU agree any post-Brexit trade deal. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--EU blasted for 'trying to recreate Common Fisheries Policy' as stubborn Macron savaged

Conservative MP David Jones warned Brussels will have to back down on its fishing demands and finally accept Britain is going to be an independent coastal state to reach a deal .
The former Brexit minister hit out at the EU for trying to “ recreate ” the CFP - which British fishermen say has decimated their livelihoods .
Mr Jones , who is deputy chair of the influential European Research Group ( ERG ) of Tory MPs , told Express.co.uk : “ They are going to have to drop demands , for example , of full access to British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trying to do is to recreate the CFP .
“ It ’ s almost as if they haven ’ t actually accepted the fact we ’ ve left the EU .
“ At the end of the year , we ’ re going to be an independent coastal state and they need to negotiate with us on an annual basis as they do , for example , with Norway.
” Conservative MP David Jones warned Brussels will have to back down on its fishing demands and finally accept Britain is going to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal The Tory MP hit out at French President Emmanuel Macron ’ s stubbornness over fishing .
Mr Macron , who is under pressure from French fishermen fearing they will lose access to British waters , has taken a hard line over the issue - which is a key stumbling block in trade talks between the UK and EU .
Mr Jones said : “ President Macron has been particularly unhelpful in this connection because he has got elections coming up .
“ He has probably been the most obstructive to discussing the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brexit news : EU set to ‘ give ground ’ over fishing demands The Brexiteer added that a transition period on fishing could be an option while the UK builds up its capacity .
Mr Jones said : “ I have no doubt that we ’ d be prepared to let them continue have access provided they pay for it for a short transitional period of say three years .
“ We need to build up our own fishing capacity which has been so badly affected by membership of the EU over the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MISS Brexit Britain a ‘ beacon of hope ’ after Finnish MEP ’ s stunning speech [ VIDEO ] 'Nigel 's getting ready ! '
Brexit Party will RETURN to take on Boris [ INSIGHT ] Boris Johnson issued stark 'message ' from MEP to 'defend UK fishing ' [ ANALYSIS ] Mr Jones ’ s comments come as intensive Brexit talks led by UK chief negotiator Lord Frost and his EU counterpart Michel Barnier are continuing over the weekend .
Negotiations resumed on Thursday after Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned earlier this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal unless there was a major change in approach from Brussels .
Fishing remains one of the outstanding differences between the two sides .
The UK has insisted it will hold the right to control who can fish in British waters when the transition period comes to a close at the end of the year .

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Conservative MP David Jones warned Brussels will have to back down on its fishing demands and finally accept Britain is going to be an independent coastal state to reach a deal. The former Brexit minister hit out at the EU for trying to “recreate” the CFP - which British fishermen say has decimated their livelihoods.
Mr Jones, who is deputy chair of the influential European Research Group (ERG) of Tory MPs, told Express.co.uk: “They are going to have to drop demands, for example, of full access to British fishing waters. “What they are trying to do is to recreate the CFP. “It’s almost as if they haven’t actually accepted the fact we’ve left the EU. “At the end of the year, we’re going to be an independent coastal state and they need to negotiate with us on an annual basis as they do, for example, with Norway.” Local lockdowns: Government answers 10 biggest questions about what you can and cannot do
The EU has been accused of trying to “recreate” the CFP in post-Brexit trade talks with the UK
Conservative MP David Jones warned Brussels will have to back down on its fishing demands and finally accept Britain is going to be an independent coastal state to reach a deal
The Tory MP hit out at French President Emmanuel Macron’s stubbornness over fishing. Mr Macron, who is under pressure from French fishermen fearing they will lose access to British waters, has taken a hard line over the issue - which is a key stumbling block in trade talks between the UK and EU. Mr Jones said: “President Macron has been particularly unhelpful in this connection because he has got elections coming up. “He has probably been the most obstructive to discussing the new fishing arrangements.” READ MORE: Brexit news: EU set to ‘give ground’ over fishing demands
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The Tory MP hit out at French President Emmanuel Macron’s stubbornness over fishing
The Brexiteer added that a transition period on fishing could be an option while the UK builds up its capacity. Mr Jones said: “I have no doubt that we’d be prepared to let them continue have access provided they pay for it for a short transitional period of say three years. “We need to build up our own fishing capacity which has been so badly affected by membership of the EU over the last almost 50 years.” DON'T MISS
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Intensive Brexit talks led by UK chief negotiator Lord Frost and his EU counterpart Michel Barnier are continuing over the weekend
Negotiations resumed on Thursday after Boris Johnson warned earlier this month that Britain would prepare for no deal unless there was a major change in approach from Brussels
Mr Jones’s comments come as intensive Brexit talks led by UK chief negotiator Lord Frost and his EU counterpart Michel Barnier are continuing over the weekend. Negotiations resumed on Thursday after Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned earlier this month that Britain would prepare for no deal unless there was a major change in approach from Brussels. Fishing remains one of the outstanding differences between the two sides. The UK has insisted it will hold the right to control who can fish in British waters when the transition period comes to a close at the end of the year.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-23--Nicola Sturgeon fury: SNP told to 'stop picking fights' with No10 after Rishi Sunak attack

Douglas Ross slammed Scotland 's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon for failing to get the £700million worth of funding from Chancellor Rishi Sunak out to Scottish businesses .
He added that businesses in Scotland are struggling due to the strict coronavirus restrictions imposed by the Scottish Government .
Mr Ross said : `` I was really concerned that the First Minister and the Scottish Government seemed to be looking to pick fights with the UK Government over funding when we all know £700million was made available to the Scottish Government by Chancellor Rishi Sunak very recently .
`` But that money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` So my question to the First Minister is , why is that funding not getting out to businesses right now ?
`` Pick your fights in the future with the UK Government , if you want to , but let ’ s prioritise getting support out to businesses now .
`` There are hundreds of millions of pounds available to the Scottish Government that could be directed to businesses right now , today .
`` We need to get that money out and we need to get it out now to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now . ''
Earlier today , Ms Sturgeon raged at Chancellor Rishi Sunak as she accused the UK Government of failing to support Scotland through the coronavirus pandemic .
Ms Sturgeon insisted that Scotland has seen `` not a penny so far '' in support as she demanded further action to help face the financial consequences of the COVID-19 crisis .
As she announced new support measures for business , Ms Sturgeon said : `` This support package matches that announced by the Chancellor for businesses in England .
Businesses in Scotland deserve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I am duty-bound to make today .
`` The Chancellor 's commitment to England was open-ended , he will pay whatever the demand for business is for as long as necessary .
`` I think that 's right and proper .
He 's able to do that because he can borrow the money to do it .
The Scottish Government ca n't do that .
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Nicola Sturgeon accused of 'picking fights' by Douglas Ross
Douglas Ross slammed Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon for failing to get the £700million worth of funding from Chancellor Rishi Sunak out to Scottish businesses. He added that businesses in Scotland are struggling due to the strict coronavirus restrictions imposed by the Scottish Government.
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Mr Ross said: "I was really concerned that the First Minister and the Scottish Government seemed to be looking to pick fights with the UK Government over funding when we all know £700million was made available to the Scottish Government by Chancellor Rishi Sunak very recently. "But that money is not getting out to businesses yet. "So my question to the First Minister is, why is that funding not getting out to businesses right now? "Pick your fights in the future with the UK Government, if you want to, but let’s prioritise getting support out to businesses now. READ MORE: Horrifying NHS leak exposes hidden crisis - 'Absolutely terrifying'
Douglas Ross is the leader of the Scottish Conservative Party
Nicola Sturgeon has been Scotland's First Minister for over half a decade
"There are hundreds of millions of pounds available to the Scottish Government that could be directed to businesses right now, today. "We need to get that money out and we need to get it out now to support the businesses that are struggling right now." Earlier today, Ms Sturgeon raged at Chancellor Rishi Sunak as she accused the UK Government of failing to support Scotland through the coronavirus pandemic. Ms Sturgeon insisted that Scotland has seen "not a penny so far" in support as she demanded further action to help face the financial consequences of the COVID-19 crisis.
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Nicola Sturgeon calls for Scottish business funding guarantees
As she announced new support measures for business, Ms Sturgeon said: "This support package matches that announced by the Chancellor for businesses in England. Businesses in Scotland deserve nothing less but there is one point I am duty-bound to make today. "The Chancellor's commitment to England was open-ended, he will pay whatever the demand for business is for as long as necessary. "I think that's right and proper. He's able to do that because he can borrow the money to do it. The Scottish Government can't do that. DON'T MISS:
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-23--Fishing CAVE-IN: French minister breaks cover to admit EU facing DEFEAT over UK waters

French President Emmanuel Macron is preparing for a climbdown on his hardline demands for access to Britain ’ s coastal waters , it has emerged .
In private meetings with fishing industry chiefs , the government have hinted at a possible compromise in the wrangling over an EU-UK future relationship pact .
Ministers said fishermen should brace for impact after the end of the post-Brexit transition period on December 31 .
After the meeting , Fishermen Jerome Vicquelin said : “ I was rather blunt and said : 'It 's all well and good you came , but I 'm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cut in turnover ... would be a disaster over the long term .
`` They were blunt too .
They said it wo n't be the same as before .
For me it 's clear , they just want to try to limit damages as much as possible.
” Publicly President Macron has warned he would not accept a Brexit deal that “ sacrifices our fishermen ” .
But after last week ’ s EU summit in Brussels , he conceded no deal would mean losing all access to British waters .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal , European fishermen will have no access to British waters whatsoever .
That is the reality .
`` If there is a deal , will the situation be the same as it is today ?
No , that 's for sure . ''
France has a total of 20,000 fishermen , including an extra 10,000 people working in fish processing jobs .
One average between 2011 and 2015 , some 98,000 tonnes of fish were caught in British waters , representing some €171 million in turnover .
A fourth of France ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in British waters , according to a recent French parliament report .
MUST READ : Fishing war : Brexit battle as FIVE EU states team up But Brussels sources signalled Mr Macron was still ready to force through a no-deal Brexit unless he can secure sufficent access to the UK 's coastal waters for his fishers .
Michel Barnier is under pressure from Paris to take a hardline approach against Britain to make it appear the bloc is n't pandering to Boris Johnson 's threat to walk out of the trade talks .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to leave the door open for at least the next three weeks to give negotiations the best chance of succeeding .
A diplomatic source said : `` Barnier will stress time is running out between now and November 16 , but his communication will leave enough basis to continue the talks .
`` France has signalled that this side should be ready to accept no deal , that said our overarching interest is to get an agreement . ''
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French President Emmanuel Macron is preparing for a climbdown on his hardline demands for access to Britain’s coastal waters, it has emerged. In private meetings with fishing industry chiefs, the government have hinted at a possible compromise in the wrangling over an EU-UK future relationship pact. Ministers said fishermen should brace for impact after the end of the post-Brexit transition period on December 31.
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After the meeting, Fishermen Jerome Vicquelin said: “I was rather blunt and said: 'It's all well and good you came, but I'm worried because...just a 10-15% cut in turnover... would be a disaster over the long term. "They were blunt too. They said it won't be the same as before. For me it's clear, they just want to try to limit damages as much as possible.” Publicly President Macron has warned he would not accept a Brexit deal that “sacrifices our fishermen”.
Emmanuel Macron is preparing for a climbdown on fisheries in Brexit talks
Emmanuel Macron was said to be prepared for a no-deal Brexit
But after last week’s EU summit in Brussels, he conceded no deal would mean losing all access to British waters. He said: "If there is no deal, European fishermen will have no access to British waters whatsoever. That is the reality. "If there is a deal, will the situation be the same as it is today? No, that's for sure."
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French European minister Clement Beaune suggested France could still pursue no-deal Brexit
France has a total of 20,000 fishermen, including an extra 10,000 people working in fish processing jobs. One average between 2011 and 2015, some 98,000 tonnes of fish were caught in British waters, representing some €171 million in turnover. A fourth of France’s catch in the northeastern Atlantic was in British waters, according to a recent French parliament report. MUST READ: Fishing war: Brexit battle as FIVE EU states team up
Michel Barnier is in London for Brexit talks
But Brussels sources signalled Mr Macron was still ready to force through a no-deal Brexit unless he can secure sufficent access to the UK's coastal waters for his fishers. Michel Barnier is under pressure from Paris to take a hardline approach against Britain to make it appear the bloc isn't pandering to Boris Johnson's threat to walk out of the trade talks. But the EU's Brexit chief wants to leave the door open for at least the next three weeks to give negotiations the best chance of succeeding. A diplomatic source said: "Barnier will stress time is running out between now and November 16, but his communication will leave enough basis to continue the talks. "France has signalled that this side should be ready to accept no deal, that said our overarching interest is to get an agreement." DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-23--POLL: Do you think Boris was ever truly ready to follow through no-deal Brexit threat?

The EU ’ s chief negotiator Michel Barnier said both sides had a `` common responsibility '' to strike a deal as he returned to London this week .
He added both sides needed to find a compromise on issues including fishing arrangements as neither side has so far been willing to back down .
He said : `` I think we have a huge common responsibility .
Every day counts . ''
However , Number 10 warned `` significant gaps '' remain between the two sides , so it was `` entirely possible that negotiations will not succeed '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Barclay added a deal must respect UK sovereignty .
When asked if there would be a trade deal , Mr Barclay told Sky News : `` I hope so .
`` But that deal needs to reflect that fact that we 're leaving the EU , we will regain control of our fisheries - it was a key issue for many of your viewers during the Brexit debate and it is important that the deal reflects that . ''
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Truss sends warning to EU Despite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from talks , he may not follow through with his no-deal Brexit threat .
The new talks are now aiming to be completed by mid-November ahead of the transition period ending on December 31 .
What do you think : if a Brexit deal is not completed by mid-November should Boris Johnson walk away for good ?
Mr Johnson previously promised a deal would be reached by mid-October in order to allow time for ratification .
However , there was no breakthrough on fishing rights , the governance of any deal and the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't see the poll below ?
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French President Emmanuel Macron has also proved to be a huge sticking point as he wants France to keep the same access in UK waters it has now .
European fishermen catch more than 90 percent of Channel cod , with France claiming 84 percent of this haul .
Mr Barnier said fishing is one of the EU ’ s top priorities , as the bloc is pushing for any future deal with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s common fisheries policy .
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Brexit Party will RETURN to take on Boris [ REVEALED ] Pound to euro exchange rate : GBP unchanged despite new Brexit talks [ FINANCE ] However , the UK wants long-term fishing rights to come under a system called “ zonal attachment ” .
The EU has been worried over this proposal as it would dramatically cut the European catch .
But @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to compromise in order to agree a deal with the UK .
Do you think Michel Barnier is strong enough to convince Emmanuel Macron to drop his hardline fishing demands ?
The UK also sent a subtle warning to the EU this week that it could thrive with no deal .
Trade Secretary Liz Truss announced the `` dawn of a new era of free trade '' as she reached a trade agreement with Japan 's Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi when they both signed the UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` How fitting it is to be in the Land of the Rising Sun to welcome in the dawn of a new era of free trade . ''
She later added the deal was a `` landmark moment for Britain '' .
She said : `` It shows what we can do as an independent trading nation , as we secure modern and bespoke provisions in areas like tech and services that are critical to the future of our country and the reshaping of our economy .
`` Trade is a powerful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care about .

Brexit: Barclay says deal must reflect importance of fisheries
Prime Minister Boris Johnson offered the bloc a final-chance lifeline after previously vowing to walk away from negotiations over a fishing stalemate. But do you think Boris Johnson was ever truly ready to follow through with no-deal Brexit threat?
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The EU’s chief negotiator Michel Barnier said both sides had a "common responsibility" to strike a deal as he returned to London last week. He added both sides needed to find a compromise on issues including fishing arrangements as neither side has so far been willing to back down. He said: "I think we have a huge common responsibility. Every day counts." However, Number 10 warned "significant gaps" remain between the two sides, so it was "entirely possible that negotiations will not succeed". Chief Secretary to the Treasury Stephen Barclay added a deal must respect UK sovereignty. When asked if there would be a trade deal, Mr Barclay told Sky News: "I hope so. "But that deal needs to reflect that fact that we're leaving the EU, we will regain control of our fisheries - it was a key issue for many of your viewers during the Brexit debate and it is important that the deal reflects that." READ MORE: Get ready for Singapore-on-Tyne! Truss sends warning to EU
POLL: If Brexit deal is not completed by mid-November should Boris walk away for good?
Despite Mr Johnson's threats to walk away from talks, he may not follow through with his no-deal Brexit threat. The new talks are now aiming to be completed by mid-November ahead of the transition period ending on December 31. What do you think: if a Brexit deal is not completed by mid-November should Boris Johnson walk away for good? Mr Johnson previously promised a deal would be reached by mid-October in order to allow time for ratification. However, there was no breakthrough on fishing rights, the governance of any deal and the "level playing field". Can't see the poll below? Click here
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Michel Barnier returned to London for another round of trade talks last week
This is aimed at preventing unfair competition, including state subsidies. French President Emmanuel Macron has also proved to be a huge sticking point as he wants France to keep the same access in UK waters it has now. European fishermen catch more than 90 percent of Channel cod, with France claiming 84 percent of this haul. Mr Barnier said fishing is one of the EU’s top priorities, as the bloc is pushing for any future deal with the UK to uphold the bloc’s common fisheries policy. DON'T MISS
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However, the UK wants long-term fishing rights to come under a system called “zonal attachment”. The EU has been worried over this proposal as it would dramatically cut the European catch. But Mr Barnier knows he must force France to compromise in order to agree a deal with the UK. Do you think Michel Barnier is strong enough to convince Emmanuel Macron to drop his hardline fishing demands? The UK also sent a subtle warning to the EU last week that it could thrive with no deal. Trade Secretary Liz Truss announced the "dawn of a new era of free trade" as she reached a trade agreement with Japan's Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi when they both signed the UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
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Ms Truss said after the signing ceremony: "How fitting it is to be in the Land of the Rising Sun to welcome in the dawn of a new era of free trade." She later added the deal was a "landmark moment for Britain". She said: "It shows what we can do as an independent trading nation, as we secure modern and bespoke provisions in areas like tech and services that are critical to the future of our country and the reshaping of our economy. "Trade is a powerful way to deliver the things people really care about.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--Careful, Rishi! Sunak's tax hike plan could backfire disastrously, warns expert

Pieter Cleppe , a Brussels-based research fellow with the think tank Property Rights Alliance , said the Chancellor should instead identify areas where he could save money .
During an online question and answer session at the Conservative Party conference earlier this month , Mr Sunak refused to rule out increases to VAT , income tax and National Insurance to cover the cost of borrowing which totalled £174billion in the first five months of the year alone .
Mr Cleppe provided a number of examples of how rules imposed in response to the coronavirus pandemic have exposed the impact high @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of individual countries .
Norway 's consumption taxes at high rates of VAT typically mean food is typically 35 percent more expensive than in neighbouring Sweden .
As a result , large numbers of people cross the border to shop , with the result that Norway loses out on an estimated £320million in tax revenue .
In the Netherlands , a tax hike on classic cars which involved restricting the number of cars exempt from car taxes was estimated to have cost the Government €80million because many owners decided to export or no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 2014 , Sweden abolished its inheritance tax and gift tax , a decision taken unanimously by its Parliament .
The tax ratio declined from 51 percent of GDP in 2000 to 44 percent in 2014 , even as tax income increased by SEK 260 billion , adjusted for inflation .
JUST IN : World War 3 - Australia respond to China 'land-grab' This was triggered by the repeal of gift and inheritance taxation , the abolition of net wealth taxes and the introduction of the in-work tax credit , incentivising finding a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Cleppe told Express.co.uk : `` These European examples demonstrate that the Government should think very deeply before increasing taxes .
`` In many instances , jacking up taxes may end up hurting government income , counter-intuitively .
DO N'T MISS Brexit LIVE : EU must drop THREE demands before Boris Johnson returns [ LIVE ] Our political masters are knowingly OPRESSING us - ANN WIDDECOMBE [ COMMENT ] Storm Barbara forecast : Severe gales to batter UK with 50mm rainfall [ FORECAST ] '' The phenomenon whereby higher taxes result in lower @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Laffer effect '' , after economist Arthur Laffer .
`` One can never be sure when the Laffer point is reached , but as the economy has been badly hurt by COVID-19 and its effects , it is likely to see it playing out with post-COVID-19 tax hikes . ''
He added : `` When an ordinary household ends up in a crisis of some sort and is forced to make big expenses , it will need to find the money to finance this afterwards , and this may include scrapping whatever expenses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ happened .
This is not different for governments .
`` Instead of hiking taxes , the government should look at trimming government spending from inefficiencies .
`` The regular reports of the National Audit Office can perhaps offer inspiration here , as it has singled out projects like Crossrail , probation and smart meters as well as the Ministry of Defence as areas where improved spending is possible . ''
During his speech to the conference , Mr Sunak told delegates : `` We will protect the public finances , over the medium @ @ @ @ @ @ @ under control .
`` We have a sacred responsibility to future generations to leave the public finances strong , and through careful management of our economy , this Conservative Government will always balance the books .
`` If instead we argue there is no limit on what we can spend , that we can simply borrow our way out of any hole , what is the point in us ?

Rishi Sunak grilled by Dan Walker on potential UK tax rises
Pieter Cleppe, a Brussels-based research fellow with the think tank Property Rights Alliance, said the Chancellor should instead identify areas where he could save money. During an online question and answer session at the Conservative Party conference earlier this month, Mr Sunak refused to rule out increases to VAT, income tax and National Insurance to cover the cost of borrowing which totalled £174billion in the first five months of the year alone.
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Mr Cleppe provided a number of examples of how rules imposed in response to the coronavirus pandemic have exposed the impact high rates of taxation have on the economies of individual countries. Norway's consumption taxes at high rates of VAT typically mean food is typically 35 percent more expensive than in neighbouring Sweden. As a result, large numbers of people cross the border to shop, with the result that Norway loses out on an estimated £320million in tax revenue.
Rishi Sunak has been warned of the risks of increasing taxes
A supermarket in Norway
In the Netherlands, a tax hike on classic cars which involved restricting the number of cars exempt from car taxes was estimated to have cost the Government €80million because many owners decided to export or no longer register their vehicles. Conversely, in 2014, Sweden abolished its inheritance tax and gift tax, a decision taken unanimously by its Parliament. The tax ratio declined from 51 percent of GDP in 2000 to 44 percent in 2014, even as tax income increased by SEK 260 billion, adjusted for inflation. JUST IN: World War 3 - Australia respond to China 'land-grab'
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A classic car show in Nijmegen in the Netherlands
These European examples demonstrate that the Government should think very deeply before increasing taxes Pieter Cleppe
Rishi Sunak has said spending to mitigate the pandemic must be offset
Mr Sunak has hinted that taxes could rise
"The phenomenon whereby higher taxes result in lower state income has been dubbed the "Laffer effect", after economist Arthur Laffer. "One can never be sure when the Laffer point is reached, but as the economy has been badly hurt by COVID-19 and its effects, it is likely to see it playing out with post-COVID-19 tax hikes." He added: "When an ordinary household ends up in a crisis of some sort and is forced to make big expenses, it will need to find the money to finance this afterwards, and this may include scrapping whatever expenses it was used to before that crisis happened. This is not different for governments. "Instead of hiking taxes, the government should look at trimming government spending from inefficiencies.
Coronavirus figures in the UK as of yesterday
"The regular reports of the National Audit Office can perhaps offer inspiration here, as it has singled out projects like Crossrail, probation and smart meters as well as the Ministry of Defence as areas where improved spending is possible." During his speech to the conference, Mr Sunak told delegates: "We will protect the public finances, over the medium term getting our borrowing and debt back under control. "We have a sacred responsibility to future generations to leave the public finances strong, and through careful management of our economy, this Conservative Government will always balance the books. "If instead we argue there is no limit on what we can spend, that we can simply borrow our way out of any hole, what is the point in us?
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--EU chaos: Macron set for humiliating fisheries U-turn after member-states turn on France

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French President Emmanuel Macron 's hardline stance on fisheries remains the key stumbling block in the deadlocked Brexit talks .
A Bloomberg reporter questioned Ireland ’ s Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath on whether Mr Macron `` has to give some substantial ground on fish to get this deal done '' .
The Irish minister responded Ireland 's economy depended @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and urged `` movement on fisheries to get a deal over the line '' .
The Bloomberg journalist said : `` Irish foreign minister Simon Coveney said that the two sides are miles apart on fish .
`` Is President Macron of France coming to have to give some substantial ground on fish to get this deal done ? ''
Mr McGrath said : `` Well , I welcome the fact that the talks have now resumed .
`` From an Irish perspective securing a trade deal is in our economic interest and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the UK . ''
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Brexit: Securing trade deal is 'vital' for Ireland says McGrath
French President Emmanuel Macron's hardline stance on fisheries remains the key stumbling block in the deadlocked Brexit talks. A Bloomberg reporter questioned Ireland’s Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath on whether Mr Macron "has to give some substantial ground on fish to get this deal done". The Irish minister responded Ireland's economy depended on a trade deal going through, and urged "movement on fisheries to get a deal over the line".
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The Bloomberg journalist said: "Irish foreign minister Simon Coveney said that the two sides are miles apart on fish. "Is President Macron of France coming to have to give some substantial ground on fish to get this deal done?" Mr McGrath said: "Well, I welcome the fact that the talks have now resumed. "From an Irish perspective securing a trade deal is in our economic interest and it is also in the economic interest of the UK." JUST IN: BBC panic over license fee revolt: Britons pledge to cancel TV licence
Macron's hardline stance on fisheries remain the key stumbling block in the deadlocked Brexit talks
The ongoing Brexit deadlock over fisheries has dragged EU member-states into a bitter internal row
The Irish minister continued: "We do want to avoid no trade deal scenario on the 1st January. "That would have a hugely disruptive impact on the UK economy, on the Irish economy, and to varying degrees on economies of different EU countries too." "There will have to be movement to get a deal over the line." This comes amid breakthrough claims that Emmanuel Macron is laying down the framework for an embarrassing climbdown on French fisheries demands.
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Macron's government has bluntly told France’s politically influential fishing industry to brace for impact
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Industry members said on Friday that France is preparing its fishing industry for a smaller catch after Brexit. Privately, Mr Macron's government told France’s politically influential fishing industry to brace for impact in comments that instantly pushed sterling and British bond yields higher. A fishermen who attended the meeting said: “They were blunt. They said it won’t be the same as before. For me it’s clear, they just want to try to limit damages as much as possible." DON'T MISS: BBC panic over license fee revolt: Britons pledge to cancel TV licence [INTERVIEW]
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--UK forced to pay £117k for EU's OWN Covid test centre despite having ZERO MEPs

The European Parliament has splurged £900,000 of taxpayers ’ cash to ensure MEPs and thousands of support staff have readily available COVID-19 tests .
In a memo , seen by Express.co.uk , top officials pleaded with Euro MPs and their staff to keep details of the taxpayer-funded scheme secret from the public , many of whom have struggled to access tests during the pandemic .
In Belgium , where the EU Parliament ’ s facility is based , costs vary between £120 for rapid tests to £43 for regular tests carried out by GPs , hospitals or laboratories .
Many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t get a test unless they are showing symptoms of the virus .
The “ state-of-the-art screening centre ” has an initial capacity for 200 tests per day for MEPs and their staff , according to an internal document .
Eurocrats promise “ good air circulation ” and that “ ample physical distancing is ensured and all necessary hygienic measures are in place ” at the facility .
The swabs have been made available to anyone , regardless of whether they are asymptomatic or have been in recent contact with someone with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last year ’ s EU Withdrawal Agreement , UK taxpayers will pick up a bill for around £117,000 , despite British MEPs having lost their jobs in January .
Euro politicians and their staff are encouraged to take two tests when arriving into Belgium from “ so-called red zones ” .
They are also allowed to request a swab if they are planning to leave the country for work or pleasure .
In Brussels , the public can only access a test if they are symptomatic after the authorities clamped down on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mass-testing villages where the test results are often returned after more than a five-day wait .
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He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that the European Parliament spends a huge amount of money on special treatment for MEPs and staff while tax-paying people across Europe find it virtually impossible to get a test .
“ If you follow the money trail in the EU , you ’ ll find that it ’ s Brussels bureaucrats that are important and the European Union is a racket to take money off the taxpayer to give its employees a pampered lifestyle .
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The European Parliament has splurged £900,000 of taxpayers’ cash to ensure MEPs and thousands of support staff have readily available COVID-19 tests. In a memo, seen by Express.co.uk, top officials pleaded with Euro MPs and their staff to keep details of the taxpayer-funded scheme secret from the public, many of whom have struggled to access tests during the pandemic. In Belgium, where the EU Parliament’s facility is based, costs vary between £120 for rapid tests to £43 for regular tests carried out by GPs, hospitals or laboratories.
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Many locals have complained that they can’t get a test unless they are showing symptoms of the virus. The “state-of-the-art screening centre” has an initial capacity for 200 tests per day for MEPs and their staff, according to an internal document. Eurocrats promise “good air circulation” and that “ample physical distancing is ensured and all necessary hygienic measures are in place” at the facility.
EU Parliament forks out £900,000 on special coronavirus test facilities
The swabs have been made available to anyone, regardless of whether they are asymptomatic or have been in recent contact with someone with a positive test result. As part of last year’s EU Withdrawal Agreement, UK taxpayers will pick up a bill for around £117,000, despite British MEPs having lost their jobs in January. Euro politicians and their staff are encouraged to take two tests when arriving into Belgium from “so-called red zones”.
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The 'state-of-the-art' test facility is at the EU Parliament in Brussels
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--UK fishermen face 'shed loads of chaos' on Brexit Day with 'quadruple whammy' of problems

David Dickens , chief executive of The Fishermen ’ s Mission , said Britain ’ s long-suffering fishing industry could be hit by a fourth blow in what he called a “ quadruple whammy ” of unfortunate events over the past year .
His candid comments came as the EU and the UK embarked on an “ intensified phase of talks ” in London after Michel Barnier said a compromise would be needed on both sides , not just in Britain , in order to reach an agreement .
Mr Dickens heads the charity which provides financial , practical and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ across the UK .
He said many fishermen he deals with have expressed confusion over which certificates they will need to sell their fish to Europe after December 31 .
The advice published on the Government ’ s website says an export health certificate and catch certificate will be needed to transport seafood to mainland Europe – but it tells fishermen and wholesalers that other papers may be required for their product to pass-through ports .
The charity boss said the information from DEFRA has left many fishermen scratching their heads while others @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the big changes lying around the corner .
While he said there is “ lots of guidance out there ” , it is simply not sufficient for many exporters who will be hit with major changes to the way they operate in just a few short weeks .
And he said while for the past few months “ the focus has been on the deal ” , many figures in the industry are set for a giant shock at ports come January 1 – deal or no deal .
Mr Dickens told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ COVID-19 price cuts and uncertainty regarding what will happen with Brexit and if the fishermen don ’ t get things done there may be a shed load of chaos in January .
“ We have predicted being very busy as a charity .
“ There is a lot of guidance out there but the issue , particularly for rank and file fishermen , is which certificates are needed.
” READ MORE : Mark Rutte 'traumatised by Brexit as he fears Nexit could be on cards' He said fishermen up and down the country @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over the past 12 months and any port chaos caused by a lack of Brexit planning could be the final straw for some of them .
Unsettled weather throughout last winter affected trawlers ’ ability to catch and just weeks into the new year the industry began suffering the effects of the coronavirus pandemic .
The public health crisis seriously affected tourism in Britain and on mainland Europe , causing demand for some species to plummet .
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UK ramps up fishing pressure EU panic [ INSIGHT ] Fishermen were faced with a noticeable drop in market prices for their catch as they struggled to keep afloat during the epidemic .
These factors together with the uncertainty over a post-Brexit trade deal that continued throughout the summer served as a “ triple whammy ” to the fishing industry , said Mr Dickens .
And he warned if sufficient preparations for the end of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and wholesalers sending a product to Europe could be hit by a fourth blow in a “ quadruple whammy ” .
So , could chaos at ports cause some members of the industry to go under ?
Mr Dickens said : “ From the experience of the downturn in demand from Europe as a result of COVID-19 , many sectors of the industry understand that their businesses rely significantly on access to European markets .
“ Some elements of the supply chain , especially for fresh product , could be adversely affected by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

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David Dickens, chief executive of The Fishermen’s Mission, said Britain’s long-suffering fishing industry could be hit by a fourth blow in what he called a “quadruple whammy” of unfortunate events over the past year. His candid comments came as the EU and the UK embarked on an “intensified phase of talks” in London after Michel Barnier said a compromise would be needed on both sides, not just in Britain, in order to reach an agreement.
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Mr Dickens heads the charity which provides financial, practical and spiritual support for fishermen and their families across the UK. He said many fishermen he deals with have expressed confusion over which certificates they will need to sell their fish to Europe after December 31. The advice published on the Government’s website says an export health certificate and catch certificate will be needed to transport seafood to mainland Europe – but it tells fishermen and wholesalers that other papers may be required for their product to pass-through ports. The charity boss said the information from DEFRA has left many fishermen scratching their heads while others feel reluctant to start the process required for the big changes lying around the corner.
David Dickens said many people in the fishing industry have been confused by advice from No10
The head of The Fishermen's Mission said there may be 'chaos' at Dover on January 1
While he said there is “lots of guidance out there”, it is simply not sufficient for many exporters who will be hit with major changes to the way they operate in just a few short weeks. And he said while for the past few months “the focus has been on the deal”, many figures in the industry are set for a giant shock at ports come January 1 – deal or no deal. Mr Dickens told Express.co.uk: “There’s been COVID-19 price cuts and uncertainty regarding what will happen with Brexit and if the fishermen don’t get things done there may be a shed load of chaos in January. “We have predicted being very busy as a charity. “There is a lot of guidance out there but the issue, particularly for rank and file fishermen, is which certificates are needed.” READ MORE: Mark Rutte 'traumatised by Brexit as he fears Nexit could be on cards'
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Michel Barnier donned an EU flag face mask ahead of the talks in London
He said fishermen up and down the country have weathered their fair share of storms over the past 12 months and any port chaos caused by a lack of Brexit planning could be the final straw for some of them. Unsettled weather throughout last winter affected trawlers’ ability to catch and just weeks into the new year the industry began suffering the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. The public health crisis seriously affected tourism in Britain and on mainland Europe, causing demand for some species to plummet. DON'T MISS
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Fishermen have long called for the UK to take back control of its waters
Fishermen were faced with a noticeable drop in market prices for their catch as they struggled to keep afloat during the epidemic. These factors together with the uncertainty over a post-Brexit trade deal that continued throughout the summer served as a “triple whammy” to the fishing industry, said Mr Dickens. And he warned if sufficient preparations for the end of the transition period were not made, fishermen and wholesalers sending a product to Europe could be hit by a fourth blow in a “quadruple whammy”.
EU countries most reliant on Britain for fishing
So, could chaos at ports cause some members of the industry to go under? Mr Dickens said: “From the experience of the downturn in demand from Europe as a result of COVID-19, many sectors of the industry understand that their businesses rely significantly on access to European markets. “Some elements of the supply chain, especially for fresh product, could be adversely affected by non-tariff delays, such as border controls.
David Dickens said fish exporters are unsure exactly what they will need to continue to send product to the EU


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thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--EU SPLIT: France & Germany CLASH on UK deal 'Sacrificing French fishing for German profit'

Nicolas Bay also the row exposed the problems chief negotiator Michel Barnier faces in trying to represent 27 member states , admitting : `` You can not please everyone '' .
Mr Bay outlined his views during a passionate speech in the European Parliament on Wednesday , during which he suggested a no-deal outcome would be `` much worse for the EU than the UK '' .
Specifically , he appealed for an agreement which guaranteed ongoing access to UK waters for French fishermen .
Speaking to Express.co.uk subsequently stressed : `` The problem of fishing is absolutely fundamental .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well as for the United Kingdom . ''
Referring to the chamber of the European Parliament , he added : `` When I am in the hemicycle , I speak as a French deputy , elected to defend the interests of France .
`` As such , my speech is necessarily partisan , and it is especially so since I am also elected to the Regional Council of Normandy .
`` However , Norman fishermen critically need access to British waters ; the opposite is also true for certain products such as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ branded 'childish ' for offering Japan better terms than UK Just as the British voted in 2016 to quit the bloc in order to `` better defend their interests '' , Mr Bay said he had a similar responsibility to his countrymen .
He explained : `` Just as the British decided , by referendum , to leave the EU to better defend their interests , I must ensure that French interests are preserved .
`` I fully understand the position of London , but this is a competition , it 's every @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU warned of collapse - 'Northern states could form new group ' [ INSIGHT ] EU warned economic split could 'blow the whole thing up ' [ ANALYSIS ] EU split as Macron and Varadkar slam trade deal - 'They lied to us ! '
[ INSIGHT ] '' And it is indeed by negotiating , so that everyone can best defend their needs , that we can reach a compromise that is beneficial for all . ''
He added : `` This is why the attitude of Germany , which has limited @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Berlin seems ready to sacrifice French fishing in the name of an agreement that will maximise German profits in other sectors such as the automotive industry !
`` That ’ s the whole downside of these kinds of negotiations , which we have to do between ourselves first , the 27 .
`` You can put the national interest first , but we can not please everyone . ''
Access to British waters after Brexit is a key sticking point .

Brexit: French MEP says no deal is ‘much worse for EU than UK’
Nicolas Bay also exposed the problems chief negotiator Michel Barnier faces in trying to represent 27 member states, admitting: "You cannot please everyone". Mr Bay outlined his views during a passionate speech in the European Parliament on Wednesday, during which he suggested a no-deal outcome would be "much worse for the EU than the UK".
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Specifically, Mr Bay, the general secretary of the right-wing National Rally party led by Marine Le Pen, appealed for an agreement that guaranteed ongoing access to UK waters for French fishermen. Speaking to Express.co.uk subsequently he stressed: "The problem of fishing is absolutely fundamental. "It is a priority for France as well as for the United Kingdom."
Mr Bay's comments indicate a division of opinion between Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel
Nicolas Bay speaking in the European Parliament on Wednesday
Referring to the chamber of the European Parliament, he added: "When I am in the hemicycle, I speak as a French deputy, elected to defend the interests of France. "As such, my speech is necessarily partisan, and it is especially so since I am also elected to the Regional Council of Normandy. "However, Norman fishermen critically need access to British waters; the opposite is also true for certain products such as scallops." JUST IN: EU branded 'childish' for offering Japan better terms than UK
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Michel Barnier, the EU's Brexit negotiator
French fishermen want to retain access to British waters after Brexit
Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel are likely to have different priorities
"And it is indeed by negotiating, so that everyone can best defend their needs, that we can reach a compromise that is beneficial for all." He added: "This is why the attitude of Germany, which has limited fishing interests, is shocking. "Berlin seems ready to sacrifice French fishing in the name of an agreement that will maximise German profits in other sectors such as the automotive industry!
Exclusive economic zones related to fishing
"That’s the whole downside of these kinds of negotiations, which we have to do between ourselves first, the 27. "You can put the national interest first, but we cannot please everyone." Access to British waters after Brexit is a key sticking point.
The issue of fishing rights has been central to the Brexit debat


thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--Michael Portillo issues damning prediction for US election as Biden races ahead in polls

Michael Portillo has issued a damning prediction about the state of democracy , as the US election approaches .
The former Conservative MP opened his Times Radio show on Friday by suggesting `` the absence of serious presidential candidates in the US saps the morale of democrats everywhere '' .
He hit out at both Joe Biden and Donald Trump , claiming that neither were worthy of winning the White House .
Joe Biden holds a steady lead in polls ahead of rival Donald Trump with the vote on 3 November .
Mr Portillo said : `` The US will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ man wholly unworthy of the office , or Joe Biden , whose aged fragility ought to exclude him .
`` The loser is democracy .
Governments like China 's , who loathe freedom , will snigger and gain advantage from America 's embarrassment and weakness .
`` In the modern world , democracy has been but a brief phenomenon so far . ''
JUST IN : Donald Trump may ‘ set up his own radio show ’ if he loses US election The former cabinet minister said : `` In 1941 , there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and now there is about 100 .
`` So , most countries have little experience with democracy and its roots are not deep .
`` When the Berlin Wall fell , it was possible to imagine that democracy would gradually sweep across the world , but not now .
`` China and Russia actively suppress freedom where they have power , and undermine democracies abroad .
`` The Covid pandemic will be cited as evidence , since it has produced much worse medical and economic outcomes in Europe and the US , where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leads politicians to overpromise , bribing the electorate with money that must be paid for by future generations .
Another phenemmon made worse by Covid .
`` As we have given up our civil liberties with hardly a whimper in the campaign against Covid , those who enjoy the benefits of freedom have shown little concern to protect their privilege . ''
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Michael Portillo has issued a damning prediction about the state of democracy, as the US election approaches. The former Conservative MP opened his Times Radio show on Friday by suggesting "the absence of serious presidential candidates in the US saps the morale of democrats everywhere". He hit out at both Joe Biden and Donald Trump, claiming that neither were worthy of winning the White House.
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Joe Biden holds a steady lead in polls ahead of rival Donald Trump with the vote on 3 November. Mr Portillo said: "The US will soon either elect Donald Trump, a man wholly unworthy of the office, or Joe Biden, whose aged fragility ought to exclude him. "The loser is democracy. Governments like China's, who loathe freedom, will snigger and gain advantage from America's embarrassment and weakness. "In the modern world, democracy has been but a brief phenomenon so far." JUST IN: Donald Trump may ‘set up his own radio show’ if he loses US election
Michael Portillo has issued a damning prediction about the state of democracy
Joe Biden holds a steady lead in polls ahead of rival Donald Trump with the vote on 3 November
The former cabinet minister said: "In 1941, there were 11 democracies in the world, and now there is about 100. "So, most countries have little experience with democracy and its roots are not deep. "When the Berlin Wall fell, it was possible to imagine that democracy would gradually sweep across the world, but not now. "China and Russia actively suppress freedom where they have power, and undermine democracies abroad.
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Question Time: Michael Portillo questions the 'cost' of human life
Portillo hit out at both Joe Biden and Donald Trump, claiming that neither were worthy of winning the White House
"The Covid pandemic will be cited as evidence, since it has produced much worse medical and economic outcomes in Europe and the US, where governments are less dictatorial. "Democracy leads politicians to overpromise, bribing the electorate with money that must be paid for by future generations. Another phenemmon made worse by Covid. "As we have given up our civil liberties with hardly a whimper in the campaign against Covid, those who enjoy the benefits of freedom have shown little concern to protect their privilege." DON'T MISS: Ex-Bank of England chief dismantles Sturgeon's plot to rejoin the EU [VIDEO]
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Portillo has repeatedly criticised the level of lockdown rules


thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--SNP hopes dashed: Ex-Bank of England chief brilliantly dismantles Sturgeon's 'costly' plot

Mervyn King took apart SNP claims about its plans for independence for Scotland , claiming Nicola Sturgeon would be forced to impose drastic tax rises across Scotland .
The former Bank of England governor told BBC Any Questions that the EU would frown upon Scotland for its soaring economic deficit .
This followed claims from a senior SNP figure and MSP Fiona Hyslop , who revealed plans to rejoin the EU .
Ms Hyslop told BBC host Chris Mason that the SNP wanted Scotland to rejoin the EU after breaking away from the rest of the UK .
She said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Scotland is inside the EU .
`` They understand Scotland 's situation , and we think that 's the best prospect for Scotland .
It would an economic advantage as well . ''
She denied claims that the SNP would seek to join the euro currency , instead arguing to have an independent Scottish currency .
JUST IN : SNP shamed : Sturgeon savaged for 'appalling ' independence plot Ms Hyslop added : `` We have a currency .
It is called Sterling .
We will then move as fast as we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , to have the central bank and financial regulation .
`` This is essential .
We can not go down with Britain and allow ourselves to be cut off from the biggest market in the world .
`` We want to be part of that family of cooperation , rather than stepping away from it . ''
However Lord King disputed these claims after Chris Mason inquired about the `` economic viability '' of an independent Scotland .

Scotland adopting new currency will be 'very costly' says expert
Mervyn King took apart SNP claims about its plans for independence for Scotland, claiming Nicola Sturgeon would be forced to impose drastic tax rises across Scotland. The former Bank of England governor told BBC Any Questions that the EU would frown upon Scotland for its soaring economic deficit. This followed claims from a senior SNP figure and MSP Fiona Hyslop, who revealed plans to rejoin the EU.
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Ms Hyslop told BBC host Chris Mason that the SNP wanted Scotland to rejoin the EU after breaking away from the rest of the UK. She said: "We think the best future for Scotland is inside the EU. "They understand Scotland's situation, and we think that's the best prospect for Scotland. It would an economic advantage as well." She denied claims that the SNP would seek to join the euro currency, instead arguing to have an independent Scottish currency. JUST IN: SNP shamed: Sturgeon savaged for 'appalling' independence plot
Lord King claims Nicola Sturgeon would be forced to impose drastic tax rises across Scotland
Mervyn King dismantled the SNP's hopes for independence
Ms Hyslop added: "We have a currency. It is called Sterling. We will then move as fast as we can to set up our own currency, to have the central bank and financial regulation. "This is essential. We cannot go down with Britain and allow ourselves to be cut off from the biggest market in the world. "We want to be part of that family of cooperation, rather than stepping away from it." However Lord King disputed these claims after Chris Mason inquired about the "economic viability" of an independent Scotland.
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The former Bank of England governor told BBC Any Questions that the EU would frown upon Scotland
Michael Gove accuses SNP’s Wishart of ‘inappropriate’ comment
A senior SNP figure and MSP Fiona Hyslop, who laid out plans to rejoin the EU.


thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--SNP shamed: Sturgeon savaged for 'appalling' plot to rush through independence in a year

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The Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross was stunned after a senior SNP cabinet minister refused to rule out a second independence referendum next year .
Mr Ross told BBC 's Any Questions that Scottish people will find the idea of a referendum next year `` galling and appalling '' .
He said that dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic should be the SNP 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who serves as the Scottish Government 's Economy , Fair Work and Culture Secretary , told the BBC panel discussion that she wanted a new referendum on independence `` as quickly as possible '' .
She refused to rule out holding it next year if the SNP are returned to Holyrood with a majority in the elections next May .
Ms Hyslop explained : `` I want it as quickly as possible because Brexit is careering towards us and we have to have an opportunity for Scotland to build its own economy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are next year .
If the Scottish people vote for a referendum , they should get a referendum . ''
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SNP shamed over plans for independence vote next year

Scotland: Calls for IndyRef2 in 2021 are 'appalling' says Ross
The Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross was stunned after a senior SNP cabinet minister refused to rule out a second independence referendum next year. Mr Ross told BBC's Any Questions that Scottish people will find the idea of a referendum next year "galling and appalling". He said that dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic should be the SNP's priority - not independence.
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Fiona Hyslop, who serves as the Scottish Government's Economy, Fair Work and Culture Secretary, told the BBC panel discussion that she wanted a new referendum on independence "as quickly as possible". She refused to rule out holding it next year if the SNP are returned to Holyrood with a majority in the elections next May. Ms Hyslop explained: "I want it as quickly as possible because Brexit is careering towards us and we have to have an opportunity for Scotland to build its own economy. "Let's see where we are next year. If the Scottish people vote for a referendum, they should get a referendum." JUST IN: Unbelievable! SNP shamed over plans for independence vote next year
Ross said that dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic should be the SNP's priority - not independence
The Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross was stunned after a senior SNP cabinet minister refused to rule out a second independence referendum
Mr Ross took issue with this response, telling the BBC's Chris Mason: "You asked when the SNP wanted the referendum and she didn't answer. "She has not ruled out holding another independence referendum next year, even as we continue to see people lose their lives in Scotland as a result of COVID-19. "We continue to see people be infected at an alarming rate due to a global pandemic. "We continue to see businesses put under pressure, jobs under threat and an economy stretched to the limit."
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Michael Gove accuses SNP’s Wishart of ‘inappropriate’ comment
Ms Hyslop now becomes the second senior cabinet minister in the Scottish Goverenment this week alone to suggest a referendum could take place next year
He pointed out that Ms Hyslop now becomes the second senior cabinet minister in the Scottish Goverenment this week alone to suggest a referendum could take place next year. The SNP’s constitutional spokesman, Mike Russell, claimed earlier this week that a second vote could be held next year if the party wins a majority in the 2021 Holyrood election. Mr Ross added: "I think people find that galling and appalling." DON'T MISS: Royal revenge? Prince William 'set Harry up to fail' [INSIGHT]
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Mike Russell claimed a second vote could be held next year if the party wins a majority in the 2021 Holyrood election


thedailyexpress--2020-10-25--'Rip it up!' Withdrawal Agreement means UK to have WORSE EU trade terms than Australia

The paper by the Centre for Brexit Policy has questioned Boris Johnson ’ s claim that the UK will go to “ Australia rules ” on World Trade Organisation terms if a deal is not struck with the EU .
It comes after talks reopened between Britain ’ s Lord Frost and the EU ’ s chief negotiator Michel Barnier in a last ditch effort to come to an agreement .
The report backed by senior Brexiteers including Tory MPs in the European Research Group is adding to the pressure to repeal the Withdrawal Agreement if the EU refuses to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a senior minister has told the Sunday Express that repealing the Withdrawal Agreement is “ more trouble than it is worth.
” The minister noted : “ It is an international agreement so we are entitled to interpret it in the context of our constitutional arrangements so it is not that problematic .
“ Added to that as time goes on and it becomes more distant the agreement becomes less relevant.
” However , the paper by the CBP has raised concerns about the long term impact of the WA .
It concludes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ already given to Brussels mean that Mr Johnson ’ s fall-back option can not be secured without a radical overhaul of past commitments .
The CBP also points out that unless there is a big change of tack , the Government risks breaking promises it made in the 2019 Conservative election manifesto to “ take back control ” of the nation ’ s laws , borders and money .
The report , The 'Australia deal ’ : Another Impossible Dream , underlines the damaging impact of the WA and associated Northern Ireland Protocol @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year ago .
This part of the agreement , which is legally binding in international law and would give Brussels lawyers a field day , binds the UK so close to the EU that it will not be able to match even the bare-bones trading agreement that Australia has with the EU .
CBP Director General John Longworth declared : “ The Government is caught between a rock and a hard place .
A Canada-style deal remains elusive .
`` Even the far less attractive Aussie-style agreement with the EU , which amounts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rules , looks like a pipe-dream while the WA exists .
“ The only way out of this mess is to accept that the legacy deal done a year ago , which at least broke the Brexit logjam that paralysed the previous Parliament and sparked Boris ’ s stunning election victory , is deeply flawed and needs to be consigned to the scrapheap of history .
“ Only by scrapping the WA/NIP and driving a new hard bargain with Europe can Boris deliver on his twin key promises : taking back control and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ DO N'T MISS Brexit breakthrough as trade talks could enter crucial new phase [ INSIGHT ] Starmer 's Brexit stance triggers 'tears of anger ' to Corbyn loyalist [ REVEALED ] EU row : France & Germany CLASH on UK deal 'Sacrificing French fishing ' [ VIDEO ]

Brexit: Barclay says deal must reflect importance of fisheries
The paper by the Centre for Brexit Policy has questioned Boris Johnson’s claim that the UK will go to “Australia rules” on World Trade Organisation terms if a deal is not struck with the EU. It comes after talks reopened between Britain’s Lord Frost and the EU’s chief negotiator Michel Barnier in a last ditch effort to come to an agreement. The report backed by senior Brexiteers including Tory MPs in the European Research Group is adding to the pressure to repeal the Withdrawal Agreement if the EU refuses to come to reasonable terms.
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However, a senior minister has told the Sunday Express that repealing the Withdrawal Agreement is “more trouble than it is worth.” The minister noted: “It is an international agreement so we are entitled to interpret it in the context of our constitutional arrangements so it is not that problematic. “Added to that as time goes on and it becomes more distant the agreement becomes less relevant.” However, the paper by the CBP has raised concerns about the long term impact of the WA.
Brext Withdrawal Agreement means UK to have worse EU trade terms than Australia
It concludes that the legal guarantees the Government has already given to Brussels mean that Mr Johnson’s fall-back option cannot be secured without a radical overhaul of past commitments. The CBP also points out that unless there is a big change of tack, the Government risks breaking promises it made in the 2019 Conservative election manifesto to “take back control” of the nation’s laws, borders and money. The report, The 'Australia deal’: Another Impossible Dream, underlines the damaging impact of the WA and associated Northern Ireland Protocol (NIP) signed into law a year ago. This part of the agreement, which is legally binding in international law and would give Brussels lawyers a field day, binds the UK so close to the EU that it will not be able to match even the bare-bones trading agreement that Australia has with the EU. READ MORE: Boris Johnson handed Brexit trade deal warning
The UK and EU have failed to reach an agreement on fishing
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CBP Director General John Longworth declared: “The Government is caught between a rock and a hard place. A Canada-style deal remains elusive. "Even the far less attractive Aussie-style agreement with the EU, which amounts to little more than trading under WTO rules, looks like a pipe-dream while the WA exists. “The only way out of this mess is to accept that the legacy deal done a year ago, which at least broke the Brexit logjam that paralysed the previous Parliament and sparked Boris’s stunning election victory, is deeply flawed and needs to be consigned to the scrapheap of history. “Only by scrapping the WA/NIP and driving a new hard bargain with Europe can Boris deliver on his twin key promises: taking back control and getting a real Brexit done." DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--Barnier under pressure to strike Brexit deal as EU27 finally realise UK market IS valuable

But Dr Kumin ’ s comments show that capitals in Europe are beginning to fear the consequences of a no @ @ @ @ @ hit badly by the coronavirus pandemic .
He said : “ We all have a @ @ @ @ @ sides .
It ’ s also the interest of the EU , sometimes it feels @ @ @ @ @ to have an agreement.
” He highlighted the impact on car makers who produce around @ @ @ @ @ Hungary for big producers including Mercedes-Benz , Suzuki , Audi , BMW , Skoda , @ @ @ @ @ , Ford , Chevrolet , Citroen , Peugeot , Renault and Opel , many of @ @ @ @ @ British market .
He said : “ We are the producers of many , many @ @ @ @ @ premium cars which are well considered here in the UK market .
We do not @ @ @ @ @ to this industry because that will hit immediately the Hungarian economy as a whole .

But Dr Kumin’s comments show that capitals in Europe are beginning to fear the consequences of a no deal on their economies already hit badly by the coronavirus pandemic.
He said: “We all have a lot to lose on both sides. It’s also the interest of the EU, sometimes it feels like we forget this, to have an agreement.”
He highlighted the impact on car makers who produce around 400,000 vehicles a year in Hungary for big producers including Mercedes-Benz, Suzuki, Audi, BMW, Skoda, SEAT, Volkswagen, Fiat, Ford, Chevrolet, Citroen, Peugeot, Renault and Opel, many of which end up in the British market.
He said: “We are the producers of many, many automotive products, cars, premium cars which are well considered here in the UK market. We do not want to have any hit to this industry because that will hit immediately the Hungarian economy as a whole.


thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--Sturgeon’s ‘party political broadcasts’ shamed as SNP FM ordered to ‘RESIGN’

The First Minister has used the televised address from Holyrood to keep the public up to date with developments in the country ’ s fight against COVID-19 .
But some Scots see the press conferences as an attempt by Ms Sturgeon to improve her ratings and whip up support for the SNP .
And now former Labour MP George Galloway has touched on the public uproar over the SNP leader ’ s briefings .
He responded “ now !
” to a tweet put out by The Majority calling on the First Minister to step down .
The tweet posted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ Once again , we get NO discussion in Parliament , NO alternative proposals discussed , NO amendments and NO votes .
“ NO business consultation .
NO scientific evidence produced or challenged .
READ MORE : Ex-Bank of England chief dismantles Sturgeon 's plot to rejoin the EU “ This isn ’ t democracy , it ’ s a ONE-WOMAN farce .
“ Retweet to say NO MORE.
” The tweet was finished off with the hashtag # ResignSturgeon .
Mr Galloway also retweeted a tweet by the same group claiming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sturgeon 's pontification with no alternative views or opposition pushback.
” One person said : “ Apparently Nicola Sturgeon ’ s five tier plan is being criticised for a lack of details – to be fair , the fact that we know the actual number of tiers in the plan makes it more detailed than her plan for independence.
# ResignSturgeon # SNPOut2021.
” Another disappointed viewer of Ms Sturgeon ’ s public addresses said of the SNP : “ We need them gone , Scotland needs them gone.
” Adding the hashtag @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We can do so much better.
” On Friday Ms Sturgeon said that the virus was almost eliminated in Scotland during the summer and was partly reseeded by travellers from elsewhere .
She said : `` This is a virus that obviously travels across borders very easily and I suspect over the summer we did get very close to elimination in Scotland and then , not entirely , but we 've reseeded it from travel across the UK and internationally so border control I think is an important consideration here . ''
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to decide to seal itself off , it then becomes a question of how long you do that for as that comes with costs for areas like trade and the economy .

Nicola Sturgeon accused of 'picking fights' by Douglas Ross
The First Minister has used the televised address from Holyrood to keep the public up to date with developments in the country’s fight against COVID-19. But some Scots see the press conferences as an attempt by Ms Sturgeon to improve her ratings and whip up support for the SNP.
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And now former Labour MP George Galloway has touched on the public uproar over the SNP leader’s briefings.
He responded “now!” to a tweet put out by The Majority calling on the First Minister to step down.
The tweet posted by the Scottish anti-nationalist Twitter account read: “Once again, we get NO discussion in Parliament, NO alternative proposals discussed, NO amendments and NO votes.
“NO business consultation. NO scientific evidence produced or challenged.
Nicola Sturgeon has been accused of using her COVID press events as political broadcasts
Scotland is in the grips of a second wave
READ MORE: Ex-Bank of England chief dismantles Sturgeon's plot to rejoin the EU “This isn’t democracy, it’s a ONE-WOMAN farce.
“Retweet to say NO MORE.”
The tweet was finished off with the hashtag #ResignSturgeon.
Mr Galloway also retweeted a tweet by the same group claiming the press events were full of “Sturgeon's pontification with no alternative views or opposition pushback.”
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The First Minister this week unveiled her five tier lockdown plan
Scots are facing increasing restrictions due to COVID
One person said: “Apparently Nicola Sturgeon’s five tier plan is being criticised for a lack of details – to be fair, the fact that we know the actual number of tiers in the plan makes it more detailed than her plan for independence.#ResignSturgeon #SNPOut2021.” Another disappointed viewer of Ms Sturgeon’s public addresses said of the SNP: “We need them gone, Scotland needs them gone.” Adding the hashtag #ResignSturgeon, they said: “We can do so much better.”
Jason Leitch grilled on Scotland's 'eye-rolling' tier system
On Friday Ms Sturgeon said that the virus was almost eliminated in Scotland during the summer and was partly reseeded by travellers from elsewhere. She said: "This is a virus that obviously travels across borders very easily and I suspect over the summer we did get very close to elimination in Scotland and then, not entirely, but we've reseeded it from travel across the UK and internationally so border control I think is an important consideration here." She said that even if a country were to decide to seal itself off, it then becomes a question of how long you do that for as that comes with costs for areas like trade and the economy.
Nicola Sturgeon has been accused of using anti-English rhetoric


thedailyexpress--2020-10-24--Boris Johnson handed Brexit trade deal warning - do not sign us back up

The EU ’ s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier arrived in London on Thursday for last minute negotiations .
This came after Mr Johnson lifted the block on talks after the October deadline came and went .
There are only two weeks left before it would be impossible to get a deal in place by the end of the transition period in December .
But now , Wokingham MP John Redwood has issued a warning to the Prime Minister not to sign Britain back up to the European Union .
He tweeted : “ We voted to leave the single @ @ @ @ @ @ @ government must not negotiate us back into these damaging arrangements.
” Earlier this month , Mr Redwood urged the Prime Minister to walk away from crucial last minute negotiations .
The Tory MP claimed the EU had not been negotiating in “ good faith ” .
He tweeted : “ The EU have not negotiated in good faith .
“ Time to end the talks as promised.
” READ MORE : Brexit breakthrough as trade talks could enter crucial new phase Others also urged Mr Johnson to step away from negotiations including former @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ Macron , the trumped-up Napoleon , states ‘ on no account will out fisherman be scarified for Brexit .
“ Well , that ’ s that , then .
It ’ s time to walk away from these ludicrous talks and take back control of our fishing waters .
“ Anything else will be a sell-out.
” DO N'T MISS EU row : France & Germany CLASH on UK deal 'Sacrificing French fishing ' [ REVEAL ] EU branded 'childish ' for offering Japan better terms than UK [ INSIGHT ] @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fishermen of smaller catches [ COMMENT ] Brexit Party chairman Richard Tice also previously called for talks to be left behind .
He said : `` Boris did say that if a deal was n't agreed by mid-October , then that was it , end of negotiations .
`` And he should stick to that .
And he should make it very clear we are where we are and that 's it , and everybody can plan .
`` If we have n't got a deal , we mean it , we 're @ @ @ @ @ @ @ resolve something in the next 24 hours , otherwise we 're done , folks , we 're out of here .

BBC: Broadcaster accused of 'alienating leave voters' by MP
The EU’s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier arrived in London on Thursday for last minute negotiations. This came after Mr Johnson lifted the block on talks after the October deadline came and went.
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There are only two weeks left before it would be impossible to get a deal in place by the end of the transition period in December. But now, Wokingham MP John Redwood has issued a warning to the Prime Minister not to sign Britain back up to the European Union.
He tweeted: “We voted to leave the single market and customs union. “The government must not negotiate us back into these damaging arrangements.”
Boris Johnson handed Brexit trade deal warning
Tory MP John Redwood
Earlier this month, Mr Redwood urged the Prime Minister to walk away from crucial last minute negotiations. The Tory MP claimed the EU had not been negotiating in “good faith”. He tweeted: “The EU have not negotiated in good faith. “Time to end the talks as promised.” READ MORE: Brexit breakthrough as trade talks could enter crucial new phase
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EU chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier
Economic loss per EU state in Brexit no deal
Brexit Party chairman Richard Tice also previously called for talks to be left behind. He said: "Boris did say that if a deal wasn't agreed by mid-October, then that was it, end of negotiations. "And he should stick to that. And he should make it very clear we are where we are and that's it, and everybody can plan. "If we haven't got a deal, we mean it, we're stopping negotiations. If you want to resolve something in the next 24 hours, otherwise we're done, folks, we're out of here.
UK chief Brexit negotiator David Frost