thedailyexpress--2020-03-07--‘Snowflake central!’ Fury as Oxford University women’s group no-platforms Amber Rudd

The event , called “ In Conversation : Amber Rudd ” , was organised by the university ’ s UN Women society and was due to take place last night as part of its UN Women ’ s 2020 Trailblazer Series .
She was expected to discuss her earlier role as minister for women and equalities and was due to speak about encouraging women to get into politics .
But organisers came under fire for inviting Ms Rudd because of her links with the Windrush scandal and cancelled the talk 30 minute before it was due to start after a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ committee .
Reacting on Twitter , Ms Rudd said : “ Badly judged and rude of some students last night at Oxford to decide to ‘ no platform ’ me 30 mins before an event I had been invited to for # IWD2020 to encourage young women into politics .
They should stop hiding and start engaging.
” The 11th hour cancellation was swiftly condemned by politicians from all sides .
Jacob Rees-Mogg said on Twitter : “ Free speech is the bedrock of a democracy and Oxford University ought to lead the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Former Labour deputy leader Tom Watson posted : “ If you ’ re trying to silence Amber Rudd you really are being anti-democratic.
” Former Conservative and Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Wollaston tweeted : “ No platforming of AmberRuddUK by Oxford is absurd & worrying .
“ Why are universities allowing ideological fringes to crush freedom of speech in our centres of excellence ?
” READ MORE : Piers Morgan rips apart PETA for 'ridiculous ' word suggestion Ms Rudd ’ s journalist daughter Flora E Gill and former Tory chancellor George Osborne @ @ @ @ @ @ @ group ’ s decision .
Ms Gill tweeted : “ Can not believe mum was ‘ no-platformed ’ at my old Uni yesterday .
“ Mum doesn ’ t need the platform and travelled to talk for FREE for International Womens Day - proceeds to FGM charity .
“ I dont care if you disagree with her .
It 's f****** rude .
This is NOT how women should treat each other.
” Ms Gill was backed by Mr Osborne , now editor of the London Evening Standard , who tweeted : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ No platforming one of the most senior female politicians of our generation at an International Women ’ s Day event just makes the Oxford students involved look stupid and small-minded , the very opposite of what that great university stands for .
Their loss.
” Ms Rudd resigned as home secretary when it emerged she had misled parliament over Home Office targets to deport undocumented migrants at the height of the Windrush scandal .

Amber Rudd announces she will not stand in general election
The event, called “In Conversation: Amber Rudd”, was organised by the university’s UN Women society and was due to take place last night as part of its UN Women’s 2020 Trailblazer Series. She was expected to discuss her earlier role as minister for women and equalities and was due to speak about encouraging women to get into politics. But organisers came under fire for inviting Ms Rudd because of her links with the Windrush scandal and cancelled the talk 30 minute before it was due to start after a majority vote by the group’s committee.
Free speech is the bedrock of a democracy and Oxford University ought to lead the way rather than being snowflake central Jacob Rees-Mogg
Reacting on Twitter, Ms Rudd said: “Badly judged and rude of some students last night at Oxford to decide to ‘no platform’ me 30 mins before an event I had been invited to for #IWD2020 to encourage young women into politics. They should stop hiding and start engaging.” The 11th hour cancellation was swiftly condemned by politicians from all sides. Jacob Rees-Mogg said on Twitter: “Free speech is the bedrock of a democracy and Oxford University ought to lead the way rather than being snowflake central.”
Amber Rudd was no-platformed at Oxford University
Former Labour deputy leader Tom Watson posted: “If you’re trying to silence Amber Rudd you really are being anti-democratic.” Former Conservative and Liberal Democrat MP Sarah Wollaston tweeted: “No platforming of AmberRuddUK by Oxford is absurd & worrying. “Why are universities allowing ideological fringes to crush freedom of speech in our centres of excellence?” READ MORE: Piers Morgan rips apart PETA for 'ridiculous' word suggestion
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Jacob Rees-Mogg said Oxford University should uphold free speech
Tom Watson said the decision was 'anti-democratic'
Ms Rudd’s journalist daughter Flora E Gill and former Tory chancellor George Osborne also expressed their outrage at the student group’s decision. Ms Gill tweeted: “Cannot believe mum was ‘no-platformed’ at my old Uni yesterday. “Mum doesn’t need the platform and travelled to talk for FREE for International Womens Day - proceeds to FGM charity. “I dont care if you disagree with her. It's f****** rude. This is NOT how women should treat each other.”
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Ms Gill was backed by Mr Osborne, now editor of the London Evening Standard, who tweeted: “Don’t worry about your mum. “No platforming one of the most senior female politicians of our generation at an International Women’s Day event just makes the Oxford students involved look stupid and small-minded, the very opposite of what that great university stands for. Their loss.” Ms Rudd resigned as home secretary when it emerged she had misled parliament over Home Office targets to deport undocumented migrants at the height of the Windrush scandal. DON'T MISS
Amber Rudd hit back at the students and described them as 'rude'


thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--Corbyn's legacy: Shock poll reveals true state of Labour party with huge warning to Queen

A YouGov poll of party members found just 29 percent of Labour members are proud of the nation ’ s past compared to 53 percent of the general public according to The Mail on Sunday .
In total 48 percent said they were ashamed whilst 53 percent of members said they want the monarchy abolished and replaced by an elected head of state , despite 63 percent of Britons wanting the royal family to continue .
Former Labour MP Ian Austin , chairman of cross-party anti-extremism group Mainstream said : “ Almost half of Labour members are ashamed of Britain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want to do away with our monarchy .
“ Contrast that with the values and views of the general public – a nation proud of its rich heritage and history and supportive of the Monarchy – and you will see what a toxic legacy the new Labour leader will inherit from Jeremy Corbyn next month.
” He also said it would “ take years to purge Labour and restore its reputation as a mainstream party that shares the values and views of hard-working Britons.
” Nearly half of general voters blamed Mr Corbyn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ December election , but only 36 percent of his party members agreed .
53 percent of Labour voters said they believed issues with antisemitism in the party were exaggerated and 25 percent said there was no problem at all .

Andrew Griffith says he had 'no problem' with Corbyn leadership
A YouGov poll of party members found just 29 percent of Labour members are proud of the nation’s past compared to 53 percent of the general public according to The Mail on Sunday. In total 48 percent said they were ashamed whilst 53 percent of members said they want the monarchy abolished and replaced by an elected head of state, despite 63 percent of Britons wanting the royal family to continue. Former Labour MP Ian Austin, chairman of cross-party anti-extremism group Mainstream said: “Almost half of Labour members are ashamed of Britain’s history and more than half want to do away with our monarchy.
“Contrast that with the values and views of the general public – a nation proud of its rich heritage and history and supportive of the Monarchy – and you will see what a toxic legacy the new Labour leader will inherit from Jeremy Corbyn next month.” He also said it would “take years to purge Labour and restore its reputation as a mainstream party that shares the values and views of hard-working Britons.” Nearly half of general voters blamed Mr Corbyn for Labour’s defeat at the December election, but only 36 percent of his party members agreed. 53 percent of Labour voters said they believed issues with antisemitism in the party were exaggerated and 25 percent said there was no problem at all.
Jeremy Corbyn will handover the reigns as Labour leader in April
The three candidates left running to replace him
This was compared to 29 percent and 10 percent respectively for the general public. Mr Austin said Mr Corbyn would had his successor a “toxic legacy” with a party “gripped by extremism and poisoned by antisemitism”. The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has launched an investigation into allegations of antisemitism in the Labour Party. The party has insisted on Twitter: “We completely reject any claim that Labour is antisemitic. READ MORE: MP 'plotted with Prince Charles to change Tony Blair’s policy’
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A demonstration against antisemitism in the Labour Party
Tom Watson has resigned as deputy leader
There are five candidates to replace Mr Watson
Labour have hit back at Mr Austin: “No one who associates with him is a mainstream or credible voice.” Mr Austin spent 14 years as a Labour MP. He served as a local councillor in Dudley in the early 1990s and was a press officer for the West Midlands Labour Party and deputy director of communications for the Scottish Labour Party.
The Labour manifesto at the December election
Mr Austin was appointed Assistant Government Whip in the Gordon Brown government. He would resign from the party over antisemitism allegations. There are three candidates currently vying to replace Mr Corbyn.
Ian Austin left Labour just over a year ago
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--Brexit DELAY: Hammond says EU trade talks could be POSTPONED due to coronavirus

The virus outbreak has infected over 200 Britons .
The UK is trying to negotiate a Free Trade Agreement with the European Union before the end of the year .
Speaking to the Sunday Times , the former Chancellor said : “ If the virus starts to disrupt everyday life .
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and many other processes have slowed down as a consequence , there is no reason to think that Brexit trade talks will be immune , then the parties will have to work together in good faith to decide how to manage that.
” Boris Johnson , who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , introduced legislation to prevent the transition period , in which Britain is out of the EU but the regulations still apply , being extended after December 31 .
For an extension to happen both sides must agree to it before July 1 .
Mr Hammond , who backed remain in the referendum , has been vocal about his concerns over a potential no deal exit , but he said he worried a recession caused by coronavirus would be worse .
He said the disruption to supply chains would be “ similar ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Hammond called on the Government to access “ critical and structural weakness in just-in-time supply chains ” ahead of Rishi Sunak , the incumbent Chancellor ’ s budget .
He urged his successor to give business the chance to hold “ resilience stocks ” and mandate all firms to publish a “ supply chain resilience statement ” with their annual reports .
Mr Hammond explained no deal planning presumed goods would “ stuck on the other side of the Channel ” but coronavirus provided a different risk .
He said this could @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being manufactured at all because factories have closed down and shipping is disrupted ” .
READ MORE : EU backlash : How Charles Michel was ‘ attacked with chips and mayo' On the potential damage that could be caused , he said : “ If the virus did last into the summer , and then we start to see the consequences of whatever is emerging from the Brexit process having an impact on confidence .
“ The logical thing to do is to take a precautionary approach , build some reserves , conserve @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Chancellor to do exactly that and to signal very loudly and clearly that he will intervene , and if necessary would not wait for the next budget.
” On Thursday , a woman with underlying health problems became the first confirmed death in the UK linked to coronavirus .
The Royal Berkshire NHS Trust said the patient , understood to be in her 70s , was `` in and out of hospital for non-coronavirus reasons '' .
It was confirmed on Friday , a second man in his early 80s passed away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Milton Keynes Hospital has isolated staff and patients who came into contact with him .
A British man has also died in Japan after being infected on the Diamond Princess cruise ship .

Coronavirus: Rishi Sunak discusses 'Brexit transition period'
The virus outbreak has infected over 200 Britons. The UK is trying to negotiate a Free Trade Agreement with the European Union before the end of the year. Speaking to the Sunday Times, the former Chancellor said: “If the virus starts to disrupt everyday life . . . and many other processes have slowed down as a consequence, there is no reason to think that Brexit trade talks will be immune, then the parties will have to work together in good faith to decide how to manage that.”
Boris Johnson, who removed the Tory whip from Mr Hammond, introduced legislation to prevent the transition period, in which Britain is out of the EU but the regulations still apply, being extended after December 31. For an extension to happen both sides must agree to it before July 1. Mr Hammond, who backed remain in the referendum, has been vocal about his concerns over a potential no deal exit, but he said he worried a recession caused by coronavirus would be worse. He said the disruption to supply chains would be “similar” or at “greater levels”.
Philip Hammond has warned Brexit could be delayed by coronavirus
Scientists in Glasgow analysing the structure of the virus
Mr Hammond called on the Government to access “critical and structural weakness in just-in-time supply chains” ahead of Rishi Sunak, the incumbent Chancellor’s budget. He urged his successor to give business the chance to hold “resilience stocks” and mandate all firms to publish a “supply chain resilience statement” with their annual reports. Mr Hammond explained no deal planning presumed goods would “stuck on the other side of the Channel” but coronavirus provided a different risk. He said this could mean “goods and components are not being manufactured at all because factories have closed down and shipping is disrupted”. READ MORE: EU backlash: How Charles Michel was ‘attacked with chips and mayo'
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Michel Barnier heads the EU's negotiating team
Rishi Sunak is the Chancellor of the Exchequer
A man in his early eighties has died at Milton Keynes Hospital
On the potential damage that could be caused, he said: “If the virus did last into the summer, and then we start to see the consequences of whatever is emerging from the Brexit process having an impact on confidence. “The logical thing to do is to take a precautionary approach, build some reserves, conserve your capital, and I would expect the Chancellor to do exactly that and to signal very loudly and clearly that he will intervene, and if necessary would not wait for the next budget.” On Thursday, a woman with underlying health problems became the first confirmed death in the UK linked to coronavirus.
Five major events people voted for Brexit
The Royal Berkshire NHS Trust said the patient, understood to be in her 70s, was "in and out of hospital for non-coronavirus reasons". It was confirmed on Friday, a second man in his early 80s passed away after testing positive for coronavirus on Thursday. Milton Keynes Hospital has isolated staff and patients who came into contact with him. A British man has also died in Japan after being infected on the Diamond Princess cruise ship.
A British man who was aboard the Diamond Princess crusieliner
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--From Brexit to flooding, Boris is NOT the leader Britain deserves, says NIGEL FARAGE

Where has the optimism gone ?
Where is the spirit of “ Get Brexit Done ” , the mantra that was repeated with such conviction by the Conservatives that it carried them to a general election victory 12 weeks ago ?
Jeremy Corbyn ’ s parting shot to UK politics is his accusation that Boris Johnson is a “ part time Prime Minister ” .
I ’ m sorry to say this is not unjustified .
Britain is crying out for strong leadership , especially after Theresa May ’ s dismal stint in Number 10 .
Johnson needs to step @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrong , people expect to see their leaders at the scene .
Take the recent floods .
While the scale of this natural disaster is nowhere near that of the Blitz , when Churchill and the King visited victims , it has heaped misery on thousands of people .
Bafflingly , Johnson has not bothered to show his face in the affected areas .
This is in sharp contrast to President Trump .
In the last few days , a tornado killed 25 people in Tennessee .
Trump was in the area swiftly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help .
Likewise in 2014 , the Somerset Levels suffered appalling flooding .
Owen Paterson , then the Environment Secretary , visited .
He talked to people about the problems the flood caused .
Before long , he helped set up a new management regime for the area , with dredging back in operation and the demands of the eco-warriors ignored .
Guess what ?
In the recent flooding crisis , Somerset has been unaffected .
This example shows that leaders must lead but they can also learn and then act .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when he ignores those in peril , it makes that job more difficult .
The coronavirus crisis is not easy for any leader to tackle .
A balance must be struck between being calm and realistic .
Yet , again , our prime minister has been slow out of the blocks .
Leaders in Australia and America , on the other hand , took to the airwaves and put in place sensible travel restrictions .
They did their best to show who was in charge .
Johnson did not make his first major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it was right that he was flanked by the Chief Medical Officer and the Chief Scientific Officer , it was clear his knowledge is limited .
The containment phase that was announced lasted only until Thursday , when the impressive Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty said we had moved on to the ‘ delay ’ phase of COVID-19 .
But hours later , Johnson said the U.K. was still in the containment phase .
This looked incompetent and showed a major lack of attention to detail .
On the Coronavirus crisis , Boris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vacuum is most apparent , however , when it comes to Britain ’ s future trade , investment and security arrangements with America and Australia .
I spent several days in Washington recently .
I met many senior political and government figures , as documented in last week ’ s Sunday Express .
I was even given the opportunity to address the Republican Senator ’ s retreat .
What struck me was a new phrase being used in relation to the United Kingdom : the “ Four Eyes partnership ” .
This is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dangerous decision to involve Chinese firm Huawei in the building of our 5G network .
Whereas high level intelligence data is currently shared among the “ Five Eyes ” nations of Canada , America , Australia , the UK and New Zealand , Britain may in future be cut out .
Far from Brexit strengthening the US/UK special relationship , it is going into reverse .
Indeed , when I talked to Senator Ted Cruz for America ’ s most popular political podcast , he said “ four eyes are better than six @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Huawei on board , the Chinese would be privy to top secret information .
Whether this fear is real or imagined , damage is being done to our standing in the world and our relations with our allies .
Conservatives on both sides of the Atlantic must continue to pressure the government on this issue .
A great leader recognises when they are wrong and adjusts course .
It may be that the looming backbench rebellion on the Huawei issue will have an effect and Johnson will be defeated in the Commons .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ him and his reputation to see that a terrible mistake has been made and to fix it .
Johnson won the election on a wave of optimism .
He is still just about in that honeymoon period .
But on this form , it won ’ t last long .
The country needs leadership .
Johnson is capable of giving it but doesn ’ t appear to want to .
That must change if Britain is to fulfil its potential after Brexit and beyond .

Brexit is ‘not over until it’s over’ declares Nigel Farage
Where has the optimism gone? Where is the spirit of “Get Brexit Done”, the mantra that was repeated with such conviction by the Conservatives that it carried them to a general election victory 12 weeks ago? Jeremy Corbyn’s parting shot to UK politics is his accusation that Boris Johnson is a “part time Prime Minister”. I’m sorry to say this is not unjustified. Britain is crying out for strong leadership, especially after Theresa May’s dismal stint in Number 10. Johnson needs to step up a gear.
When things go wrong, people expect to see their leaders at the scene. Take the recent floods. While the scale of this natural disaster is nowhere near that of the Blitz, when Churchill and the King visited victims, it has heaped misery on thousands of people. Bafflingly, Johnson has not bothered to show his face in the affected areas. This is in sharp contrast to President Trump. In the last few days, a tornado killed 25 people in Tennessee. Trump was in the area swiftly, offering his condolences and promising government help. Likewise in 2014, the Somerset Levels suffered appalling flooding. Owen Paterson, then the Environment Secretary, visited. He talked to people about the problems the flood caused. Before long, he helped set up a new management regime for the area, with dredging back in operation and the demands of the eco-warriors ignored.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage
Nigel Farage has lashed out at Boris Johnson
Guess what? In the recent flooding crisis, Somerset has been unaffected. This example shows that leaders must lead but they can also learn and then act. This country wants to like Johnson, but when he ignores those in peril, it makes that job more difficult. The coronavirus crisis is not easy for any leader to tackle. A balance must be struck between being calm and realistic. Yet, again, our prime minister has been slow out of the blocks. Leaders in Australia and America, on the other hand, took to the airwaves and put in place sensible travel restrictions. They did their best to show who was in charge. Johnson did not make his first major press appearance until Monday. And while it was right that he was flanked by the Chief Medical Officer and the Chief Scientific Officer, it was clear his knowledge is limited.
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Boris Johnson has been branded a 'part-time Prime Minister' by Jeremy Corbyn
The containment phase that was announced lasted only until Thursday, when the impressive Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty said we had moved on to the ‘delay’ phase of COVID-19. But hours later, Johnson said the U.K. was still in the containment phase. This looked incompetent and showed a major lack of attention to detail. On the Coronavirus crisis, Boris must get a grip. The leadership vacuum is most apparent, however, when it comes to Britain’s future trade, investment and security arrangements with America and Australia. I spent several days in Washington recently. I met many senior political and government figures, as documented in last week’s Sunday Express. I was even given the opportunity to address the Republican Senator’s retreat.
Boris Johnson 'needs to step up a gear' according to Nigel Farage
US President Donald Trump
What struck me was a new phrase being used in relation to the United Kingdom: the “Four Eyes partnership”. This is thanks to the government’s recent dangerous decision to involve Chinese firm Huawei in the building of our 5G network. Whereas high level intelligence data is currently shared among the “Five Eyes” nations of Canada, America, Australia, the UK and New Zealand, Britain may in future be cut out. Far from Brexit strengthening the US/UK special relationship, it is going into reverse. Indeed, when I talked to Senator Ted Cruz for America’s most popular political podcast, he said “four eyes are better than six eyes”.
Jeremy Corbyn is preparing to step down as Labour leader
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--Fishing FURY: Boris issued dire warning over Brexit gamble - ‘It would ENRAGE public’

Boris Johnson Europe advisor David Frost travelled to Brussels earlier this week , armed with a team of some 100 UK officials , for the first round of post-Brexit trade talks with the European Union and chief negotiator Michel Barnier .
The UK and EU both published their negotiating mandates last week ahead of the crunch trade talks , with both sides hoping to secure a full trade agreement ( FTA ) .
But the plans have highlighted massive cracks in negotiations across a number of key areas in the post-Brexit future relationship .
Mr Johnson wants a deal with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end of the transition period in December , which he is refusing to extend .
The Prime Minister has threatened to walk away from the negotiating table in June if he feels insufficient progress has been made up to that point .
One of the main sticking points in negotiations is fishing access after the transition period , which has sparked a furious war of words between the two sides .
The UK is refusing to back down from its stance of allowing EU vessels to fish in British waters , a tactic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including French President Emmanuel Macron , fuming .
Mr Johnson has vowed the UK will “ take back control of our waters ” after , and has vowed to do everything possible to protect UK fishermen when negotiation the free trade agreement with the EU .
But the Prime Minister has been warned any move away from that strategy could wipe out the huge majority his Conservative Party gained in December ’ s general election .
Campaign Group Fishing For Leave told Express.co.uk : “ The real cost of sacrificing fishing is political @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see fishing as totemic .
“ It would cost the Conservatives a host of coastal constituencies , particularly those in Scotland that underpin the Union .
“ The sacrifice of fishing could tip the scales to a second referendum on Scottish independence and the break up of Britain , which is a far higher cost than anything the EU is offering.
” Wyn Grant , politics professor at Warcik University , admitted UK fishing ’ s overall contribution to country ’ s economy is minimal , but warned Tory MPs still have significant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and claimed it could be a “ deal breaker ” in talks with the EU .
He said : “ Fisheries are a very emotive issue , although the contribution to GDP is small .
A number of Conservative MPs , including some in marginal constituencies , have significant numbers of voters from the fishing community .
“ This extends beyond the fishermen themselves and includes the auctioneers , those who maintain the boats and the processing sector .
Communities like Newlyn in Cornwall are highly reliant on fishing which is seen as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MISS Anger after French warship sent to UK port over fishing row exposed [ INSIGHT ] Boris ’ Brexit path to be a ‘ bumpy ’ one if he fails to control key MPs [ COMMENT ] Macron 's EU role exposes his 'lack of leadership ' [ INTERVIEW ] “ Around 70 percent of the UK catch is landed in the EU , so if tariffs were applied , the industry could be hard hit .
Any delays in Channel crossings would be problematic .
This is a key issue for France @ @ @ @ @ @ @ use what would become British waters .
“ Any prolonged disruption or raised tariffs would lead to financial damage and job losses .
“ Fishing rights are a key issue and could be a deal breaker .
It will be difficult for Boris Johnson to back down because of the likely reaction from Conservative voters , even to agreeing a compromise .
“ It should also be noted that a considerable proportion of the industry is in Scotland , so it has the potential to further inflame Anglo-Scottish relations .
Kostas Maronitis , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Leeds Trinity University , highlighted how Mr Johnson is never afraid to upset other countries , particularly over disagreements with the US over awarding Huawei a contract to build part of the UK ’ s 5G national infrastructure .
But he warned : “ For the French government and by association the EU negotiators , fishing is considered an integral part of the present and future negotiations .
“ Fishing in the EU employees less than 180,000 people but as a profession it is vital to the economy of coastal communities .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people who have been left behind over the course of globalisation .
“ Very few people will be affected if the UK government compromises over the country ’ s fishing rights due to the small size of the fishing industry .
“ But the UK government will fall short on two distinctive yet interrelated issues : proclamations over taking back control would end up a campaign slogan devoid of any political meaning ; and the government ’ s “ levelling up ” agenda will be compromised .
“ The fishing sector in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Johnson chooses to ignore concerns and anxieties over fishing and control of waters , the “ levelling up ” agenda will seriously be compromised .
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Brexit: Fishermen call for UK to ‘stop saying yes to everyone’
Boris Johnson Europe advisor David Frost travelled to Brussels earlier this week, armed with a team of some 100 UK officials, for the first round of post-Brexit trade talks with the European Union and chief negotiator Michel Barnier. The UK and EU both published their negotiating mandates last week ahead of the crunch trade talks, with both sides hoping to secure a full trade agreement (FTA). But the plans have highlighted massive cracks in negotiations across a number of key areas in the post-Brexit future relationship.
Mr Johnson wants a deal with the EU to be concluded before the end of the transition period in December, which he is refusing to extend. The Prime Minister has threatened to walk away from the negotiating table in June if he feels insufficient progress has been made up to that point. One of the main sticking points in negotiations is fishing access after the transition period, which has sparked a furious war of words between the two sides. The UK is refusing to back down from its stance of allowing EU vessels to fish in British waters, a tactic which has left several EU leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, fuming.
Brexit news: Boris Johnson has been warned Tory voters could turn against him
Brexit news: Boris Johnson has been warned over granting EU fishing boats access to British waters
The real cost of sacrificing fishing is political. It would enrage the public who see fishing as totemic. It would cost the Conservatives a host of coastal constituencies, particularly those in Scotland that underpin the Union Fishing For Leave
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Mr Johnson has vowed the UK will “take back control of our waters” after, and has vowed to do everything possible to protect UK fishermen when negotiation the free trade agreement with the EU. But the Prime Minister has been warned any move away from that strategy could wipe out the huge majority his Conservative Party gained in December’s general election. Campaign Group Fishing For Leave told Express.co.uk: “The real cost of sacrificing fishing is political. It would enrage the public who see fishing as totemic. “It would cost the Conservatives a host of coastal constituencies, particularly those in Scotland that underpin the Union. READ MORE: EU crisis: Germany’s fears that bloc ‘could break apart’ exposed
Brexit news: UK fishermen fear their industry will be sacrificed by the UK to get a favourable trade deal with the EU
“The sacrifice of fishing could tip the scales to a second referendum on Scottish independence and the break up of Britain, which is a far higher cost than anything the EU is offering.” Wyn Grant, politics professor at Warcik University, admitted UK fishing’s overall contribution to country’s economy is minimal, but warned Tory MPs still have significant numbers of voters from the fishing community and claimed it could be a “deal breaker” in talks with the EU. He said: “Fisheries are a very emotive issue, although the contribution to GDP is small. A number of Conservative MPs, including some in marginal constituencies, have significant numbers of voters from the fishing community. “This extends beyond the fishermen themselves and includes the auctioneers, those who maintain the boats and the processing sector. Communities like Newlyn in Cornwall are highly reliant on fishing which is seen as a way of life. DON'T MISS
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“Around 70 percent of the UK catch is landed in the EU, so if tariffs were applied, the industry could be hard hit. Any delays in Channel crossings would be problematic. This is a key issue for France, Spain and the Netherlands who current use what would become British waters. “Any prolonged disruption or raised tariffs would lead to financial damage and job losses. “Fishing rights are a key issue and could be a deal breaker. It will be difficult for Boris Johnson to back down because of the likely reaction from Conservative voters, even to agreeing a compromise. “It should also be noted that a considerable proportion of the industry is in Scotland, so it has the potential to further inflame Anglo-Scottish relations.
Brexit news: EU countries most reliant on UK fishing waters
Kostas Maronitis, lecturer in politics and international relations at Leeds Trinity University, highlighted how Mr Johnson is never afraid to upset other countries, particularly over disagreements with the US over awarding Huawei a contract to build part of the UK’s 5G national infrastructure. But he warned: “For the French government and by association the EU negotiators, fishing is considered an integral part of the present and future negotiations. “Fishing in the EU employees less than 180,000 people but as a profession it is vital to the economy of coastal communities. “No government wants to be seen ignoring people who have been left behind over the course of globalisation.
Brexit news: Emmanuel Macron has vowed to 'fight' for the rights of French fishermen
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--From Teeside to Twickenham, Boris’ budget will KICKSTART BRITAIN, says STEPHEN BARCLAY

He promised to invest in the NHS .
He promised to boost spending on public services .
At our Budget this Wednesday , we will deliver those promises and lay foundations for a decade of renewal .
We will ensure that someone in Teesside has the same opportunities to unlock their talents as someone in Twickenham .
We are already taking action to level up the country , kickstarting a transport and infrastructure revolution .
This includes a £5 billion package to transform buses and cycling provision across the country , as well as committing to HS2 to boost North-South @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the North .
For generations , investment has focused on high growth areas like London and the South East , which make up nearly two-thirds of the economy .
Areas like the North East , Yorkshire and the South West are growing more slowly than the rest of the country and are not fulfilling their potential .
People across the country feel they are not getting a fair chance , unable to get a good job without having to move away from their friends and families , and not receiving the investment that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them now .
And that is exactly what we ’ re doing .
A number of people have asked me what levelling up actually looks like ?
Well let me tell you today .
It means investing in transport to ensure that towns and cities in every region have the modern , joined up network needed to fire up economic growth .
It means investing in high-quality roads so people can travel between and within towns and cities quickly and safely , and in high-quality broadband so that every person in the UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in skills and education , giving everyone greater opportunities to aim for and access to the job that they want .
It means lowering the cost of living for hard-working families and investing in world-class public services .
We recognise too that too many people feel decisions that affect their lives are made by a distant elite , who don ’ t understand or respect their concerns .
All parts of the UK are equally as important , and we will ensure all areas have the powers and funding that they need to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK to unleash our potential .
As we continue to do so , business will follow , boosting growth and generating opportunities .
This will mean better paid jobs for people in all corners of the country , sharing prosperity and ensuring no area is left behind .
Coming good on our promise .
Next week we will set out our blueprint for a decade of renewal .
And start levelling up for communities across the country .

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He promised to invest in the NHS. He promised to boost spending on public services. At our Budget this Wednesday, we will deliver those promises and lay foundations for a decade of renewal. We will ensure that someone in Teesside has the same opportunities to unlock their talents as someone in Twickenham. We are already taking action to level up the country, kickstarting a transport and infrastructure revolution.
This includes a £5 billion package to transform buses and cycling provision across the country, as well as committing to HS2 to boost North-South rail links, unleashing the economy in the North. For generations, investment has focused on high growth areas like London and the South East, which make up nearly two-thirds of the economy. Areas like the North East, Yorkshire and the South West are growing more slowly than the rest of the country and are not fulfilling their potential. People across the country feel they are not getting a fair chance, unable to get a good job without having to move away from their friends and families, and not receiving the investment that they deserve.
We must deliver for them now. And that is exactly what we’re doing. A number of people have asked me what levelling up actually looks like? Well let me tell you today. It means investing in transport to ensure that towns and cities in every region have the modern, joined up network needed to fire up economic growth. It means investing in high-quality roads so people can travel between and within towns and cities quickly and safely, and in high-quality broadband so that every person in the UK can be connected.
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--Boris Johnson FURY: PM heckled as he visits flood-hit town ‘Do your f****** job!’

Boris Johnson arrived on the banks of the River Severn in Bewdley , which has been ravaged by intense flooding over recent weeks , with high waters breaking through defences and leaving homes and businesses underwater .
The Worcestershire has been among the worst-hit areas in England following the wettest February on record .
During his general election campaign , Mr Johnson pledged to “ get Brexit done ” , and also vowed during the visit to “ get Bewdley done ” as he spoke to residents affected by the floods .
He said he was `` so sorry to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had been overwhelmed by as much as 2ft of water .
As Mr Johnson walked through the town centre , several teenagers asked him to stop for a selfie on the bridge , and he happily obliged with a smile and thumbs up .
But as he walked back to the river bank , one man shouted “ do your f****** job ” , while other onlookers also shouted “ traitor ” at the Prime Minister .
Mr Johnson has come in for criticism and has been branded a “ part-time Prime Minister @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yet to visit towns devastated by flooding .
The visit comes as recently-appointed Chancellor Rishi Sunak pledged to double flooding for flood defence to £5.2billion when he delivers his first Budget to the country on Wednesday .
The new funding will be available from next month , and is expected to be targeted in every region of the country .
The Prime Minister also spoke to the Environment Agency and they discussed `` what permanent defences can we put in and what 's the business case '' .
But Nigel Farage has also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , admitting he agrees with Mr Corbyn ’ s claims he is a “ part-time Prime Minister ” .
Writing in today ’ s Sunday Express , Mr Farage said : “ In times of trouble , leaders must lead .
But doubts are growing in my mind when it comes to Boris Johnson 's ability to steer the nation through tricky waters .
“ Where has the optimism gone ?
Where is the spirit of “ Get Brexit Done ” , the mantra that was repeated with such conviction by the Conservatives @ @ @ @ @ @ @ election victory 12 weeks ago ?
“ Jeremy Corbyn ’ s parting shot to UK politics is his accusation that Boris Johnson is a “ part time Prime Minister ” .
“ I ’ m sorry to say this is not unjustified .
DO N'T MISS Budget must have an action plan for Britain , says KATE ANDREWS [ OPINION ] Met Office WARNING : UK on flood alert as more torrential rain to come [ FORECAST ] Met Office weather forecast : UK to be drenched AGAIN [ MAP ] “ Britain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ especially after Theresa May ’ s dismal stint in Number 10 .
Johnson needs to step up a gear .
“ When things go wrong , people expect to see their leaders at the scene .
“ Take the recent floods .
While the scale of this natural disaster is nowhere near that of the Blitz , when Churchill and the King visited victims , it has heaped misery on thousands of people .
“ Bafflingly , Johnson has not bothered to show his face in the affected areas .
“ This is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In the last few days , a tornado killed 25 people in Tennessee .
Trump was in the area swiftly , offering his condolences and promising government help .
“ Owen Paterson , then the Environment Secretary , visited .
He talked to people about the problems the flood caused .
Before long , he helped set up a new management regime for the area , with dredging back in operation and the demands of the eco-warriors ignored .
“ Guess what ?
In the recent flooding crisis , Somerset has been unaffected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lead but they can also learn and then act .
“ I 'm very proud of the work that the emergency services do .
Pressed on whether he would visit , he said : “ I think it 's very important actually when a flood is going on - let me give you a direct answer - they said to us what happens when you go to a flood is you arrive and everybody has to down tools , the gold command , the ambulance , the fire , everybody , the Environment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for an hour or more to brief you when they could be getting on with the emergency.
” “ What we will be doing is making sure that communities get the support they need .
“ They said to us , all you 'll do is just distract us and disrupt the business of helping people with the immediate crisis .
”

Boris Johnson called a ’traitor’ during visit to flood-hit Bewdley
Boris Johnson arrived on the banks of the River Severn in Bewdley, which has been ravaged by intense flooding over recent weeks, with high waters breaking through defences and leaving homes and businesses underwater. The Worcestershire has been among the worst-hit areas in England following the wettest February on record. During his general election campaign, Mr Johnson pledged to “get Brexit done”, and also vowed during the visit to “get Bewdley done” as he spoke to residents affected by the floods.
He said he was "so sorry to hear it" when he heard homes had been overwhelmed by as much as 2ft of water. As Mr Johnson walked through the town centre, several teenagers asked him to stop for a selfie on the bridge, and he happily obliged with a smile and thumbs up. But as he walked back to the river bank, one man shouted “do your f****** job”, while other onlookers also shouted “traitor” at the Prime Minister. Mr Johnson has come in for criticism and has been branded a “part-time Prime Minister” by Jeremy Corbyn because he had yet to visit towns devastated by flooding.
Boris Johnson was heckled during a visit to the flood-hit town of Bewdley in Worcestershire
The Prime Minister's was shown flood defences being used during his visit
The visit comes as recently-appointed Chancellor Rishi Sunak pledged to double flooding for flood defence to £5.2billion when he delivers his first Budget to the country on Wednesday. The new funding will be available from next month, and is expected to be targeted in every region of the country. The Prime Minister also spoke to the Environment Agency and they discussed "what permanent defences can we put in and what's the business case". But Nigel Farage has also launched a stunning attack against Mr Johnson, admitting he agrees with Mr Corbyn’s claims he is a “part-time Prime Minister”. READ MORE: EU fisheries panic: French fishermen 'fear death' over UK waters snub
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Boris Johnson made his first recent visit to a town hit by severe flooding
Jeremy Corbyn’s parting shot to UK politics is his accusation that Boris Johnson is a “part time Prime Minister”. I’m sorry to say this is not unjustified Nigel Farage
Writing in today’s Sunday Express, Mr Farage said: “In times of trouble, leaders must lead. But doubts are growing in my mind when it comes to Boris Johnson's ability to steer the nation through tricky waters. “Where has the optimism gone? Where is the spirit of “Get Brexit Done”, the mantra that was repeated with such conviction by the Conservatives that it carried them to a general election victory 12 weeks ago? “Jeremy Corbyn’s parting shot to UK politics is his accusation that Boris Johnson is a “part time Prime Minister”. “I’m sorry to say this is not unjustified. DON'T MISS
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The Prime Minister vowed to 'get Bewdley done'
Boris Johnson spoke with locals in Bewdley
“Britain is crying out for strong leadership, especially after Theresa May’s dismal stint in Number 10. Johnson needs to step up a gear. “When things go wrong, people expect to see their leaders at the scene. “Take the recent floods. While the scale of this natural disaster is nowhere near that of the Blitz, when Churchill and the King visited victims, it has heaped misery on thousands of people. “Bafflingly, Johnson has not bothered to show his face in the affected areas.
The flooding in Bewdley saw homes overwhelmed by as much as 2ft of water
“This is in sharp contrast to President Trump. In the last few days, a tornado killed 25 people in Tennessee. Trump was in the area swiftly, offering his condolences and promising government help. Mr Farage added: “Likewise in 2014, the Somerset Levels suffered appalling flooding. “Owen Paterson, then the Environment Secretary, visited. He talked to people about the problems the flood caused. Before long, he helped set up a new management regime for the area, with dredging back in operation and the demands of the eco-warriors ignored. “Guess what? In the recent flooding crisis, Somerset has been unaffected. This example shows that leaders must lead but they can also learn and then act.
Storm Ciara devastated much of the country in February
“This country wants to like Johnson, but when he ignores those in peril, it makes that job more difficult.” Mr Johnson has attempted to defend his absence from flood-hit areas, and on Thursday claimed he had been told to stay away by emergency services to avoid distracting the recovery effort. The Prime Minister said in an interview on ITV’s This Morning: “I’m obviously working round the clock on all types of things, as the Government is on the flooding. “What we've been doing is making sure that homeowners get the support that they need.”
Nigel Farage launched a scathing attack against Boris Johnson
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--Brexit BONANZA: Quitting EU will save £200BN in red tape – Boris vows to cut Brussels law

The Institute of Economic Affairs ( IEA ) also urged Boris Johnson to use the opportunity of Brexit to bring about `` meaningful change '' to the `` regulatory state '' .
The IEA warns that EU laws are being transposed `` en masse '' into UK law as part of the Brexit process and that regulators are reluctant to reforms .
The think tank is planning to publish detailed studies of individual regulators , such as the Information Commissioner and the data watchdog , and identify red tape that could be cut .
An initial paper by Victoria Hewson @ @ @ @ @ @ @ regulatory affairs , warns that regulations are being judged on their `` intentions '' rather than their results , and that the rule of law risks being `` undermined '' by `` weak mechanisms '' to hold regulators to account .
Ms Hewson claims official cost benefit analyses of watchdogs such as the Information Commissioner are `` unsatisfactory '' because they `` do not attempt to capture the dynamic impacts on innovation and competition '' .
The paper states : `` Using the high level methodology previously applied by the Better Regulation Executive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK today would be estimated at about £220billion per year .
“ Such estimates are of limited value , however , as it is difficult to calculate macro costs and benefits , and dynamic effects on markets , or quantify the costs to individual freedom and democracy . ''
Ms Hewson said the IEA programme will include new work to calculate the cost of red tape to the economy .
She said : `` By attempting to quantify the impact regulations have on the economy , as well as the rule of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ affairs programme will contribute to the ongoing discussion around the UK 's future relationship with the EU as well as general discussion of red tape in the UK . ''
The Prime Minister has signalled he intends to axe EU rules which require the Government to award contracts to companies based on the lowest price .
Small UK businesses have long complained this leaves them outcompeted by foreign firms offering bargain basement rates .

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The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) also urged Boris Johnson to use the opportunity of Brexit to bring about "meaningful change" to the "regulatory state". The IEA warns that EU laws are being transposed "en masse" into UK law as part of the Brexit process and that regulators are reluctant to reforms.
The think tank is planning to publish detailed studies of individual regulators, such as the Information Commissioner and the data watchdog, and identify red tape that could be cut. An initial paper by Victoria Hewson, the think tank's head of regulatory affairs, warns that regulations are being judged on their "intentions" rather than their results, and that the rule of law risks being "undermined" by "weak mechanisms" to hold regulators to account. Ms Hewson claims official cost benefit analyses of watchdogs such as the Information Commissioner are "unsatisfactory" because they "do not attempt to capture the dynamic impacts on innovation and competition".
Quitting EU will save £200BN in red tape
The IEA warns that EU laws are being transposed 'en masse' into UK law
The paper states: "Using the high level methodology previously applied by the Better Regulation Executive, the total cost of regulation in the UK today would be estimated at about £220billion per year. “Such estimates are of limited value, however, as it is difficult to calculate macro costs and benefits, and dynamic effects on markets, or quantify the costs to individual freedom and democracy." Ms Hewson said the IEA programme will include new work to calculate the cost of red tape to the economy.
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--Varadkar on brink: Hundreds march against Irish election stich-up - ‘LEO OUT!’

Ireland 's two right-of-centre parties are predicted to form the next government , a move characterised as “ shameful ” by some commentators .
Close to 300 people gathered in Dublin ’ s city centre on Saturday protesting against a Fianna Fáil-Fine Gael government coalition .
Organised by left-wing People Before Profit , the demonstration started outside the Garden of Remembrance on Parnell Square before moving down to the Spire on O ’ Connell street with dozens of people carrying posters with the words “ Kick out FF and FG ” accompanied by chants of “ Leo , Leo , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
” Solidarity People Before Profit TD Bríd Smith , who led the speeches before the protest began , described negotiations between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to form the next government as “ shameful ” .
Ms Smith said : “ This election was all about delivering change on the key issues of housing , health , childcare , cost of living , farmers , students .
“ We think that change will not be represented by these two conservative forces who have allowed this country to become a tax haven for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deliver the basic public services that are needed .
“ Real change is driven from below .
“ If we have a stitch-up they will fail again.
” Ms Smith said : “ This election was all about delivering change on the key issues of housing , health , childcare , cost of living , farmers , students .
“ We think that change will not be represented by these two conservative forces who have allowed this country to become a tax haven for the wealthy and who don ’ t deliver the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Real change is driven from below .
If we have a stitch-up they will fail again.
” Asked to comment on Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald ’ s decision not to take part in Saturday ’ s protest , Ms Smith replied there were many Sinn Féin voters present in Saturday ’ s crowd .
“ My understanding is that Sinn Féin ’ s position was that they thought it was too soon .
“ They ’ re not against mobilisation , they just think it ’ s too soon.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ urged participants to take care not to cough or sneeze on fellow protesters and to avoid shaking hands .
DO N'T MISS Goodbye , Leo !
Varadkar faces humiliating exit as he 's SNUBBED [ INSIGHT ] Varadkar humiliation : Irish PM admits defeat at last [ COMMENT ] Varadkar on brink : Sinn Fein plans left-wing alliance and border poll [ LATEST ] She said she had received numerous calls and messages from people eager to take part in Saturday ’ s protest but worried about mixing in a big crowd .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ be afraid , just be careful and take the precautions that have been well covered by the HSE .
“ If you believe that you may have been in touch with somebody who ’ s ill now , or you ’ ve come from part of the world that ’ s been infected , it might be wise to march towards the back rather than the middle of the crowd.
” Paul Murphy of the Rise political party said “ establishment parties ” were attempting to stymie the change that was voted for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sinn Féin to participate in future protests and called for “ a left government or at least an alternative government that excludes both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael ” .
Oisín McNeill from Extinction Rebellion told the crowd that the last government had failed to implement a “ just transition ” from a carbon-based economy which protects the welfare of farmers .
Mr McNeill also warned that a Fianna Fáil-Fine Gael coalition would result in fracked gas from the United States being imported into Ireland through the Shannon Liquefied Natural Gas terminal and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Laura Betson warned of the lack of financial support for students through the Susi ( Student Universal Support Ireland ) grant and criticised universities for increasing accommodation costs .

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Ireland's two right-of-centre parties are predicted to form the next government, a move characterised as “shameful” by some commentators. Close to 300 people gathered in Dublin’s city centre on Saturday protesting against a Fianna Fáil-Fine Gael government coalition. Organised by left-wing People Before Profit, the demonstration started outside the Garden of Remembrance on Parnell Square before moving down to the Spire on O’Connell street with dozens of people carrying posters with the words “Kick out FF and FG” accompanied by chants of “Leo, Leo, Leo, out! Out! Out!”
Solidarity People Before Profit TD Bríd Smith, who led the speeches before the protest began, described negotiations between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to form the next government as “shameful”. Ms Smith said: “This election was all about delivering change on the key issues of housing, health, childcare, cost of living, farmers, students. “We think that change will not be represented by these two conservative forces who have allowed this country to become a tax haven for the wealthy and who don’t deliver the basic public services that are needed. “Real change is driven from below.
Leo Varadkar
Leo Varadkar and Boris Johnson
“If we have a stitch-up they will fail again.” Ms Smith said: “This election was all about delivering change on the key issues of housing, health, childcare, cost of living, farmers, students. “We think that change will not be represented by these two conservative forces who have allowed this country to become a tax haven for the wealthy and who don’t deliver the basic public services that are needed. “Real change is driven from below. If we have a stitch-up they will fail again.” READ MORE: Varadkar attacks Sinn Fein as Irish election turns nasty
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Leo Varadkar and Boris Johnson
Asked to comment on Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald’s decision not to take part in Saturday’s protest, Ms Smith replied there were many Sinn Féin voters present in Saturday’s crowd. “My understanding is that Sinn Féin’s position was that they thought it was too soon. “They’re not against mobilisation, they just think it’s too soon.” Speaking to the crowd, Ms Smith urged participants to take care not to cough or sneeze on fellow protesters and to avoid shaking hands. DON'T MISS
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Leo Varadkar
She said she had received numerous calls and messages from people eager to take part in Saturday’s protest but worried about mixing in a big crowd. She said: “Don’t be afraid, just be careful and take the precautions that have been well covered by the HSE. “If you believe that you may have been in touch with somebody who’s ill now, or you’ve come from part of the world that’s been infected, it might be wise to march towards the back rather than the middle of the crowd.” Paul Murphy of the Rise political party said “establishment parties” were attempting to stymie the change that was voted for on February 8th.
Marchers in Dublin protest Fine Gael and Fianna Fail coalition
He also encouraged Sinn Féin to participate in future protests and called for “a left government or at least an alternative government that excludes both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael”. Oisín McNeill from Extinction Rebellion told the crowd that the last government had failed to implement a “just transition” from a carbon-based economy which protects the welfare of farmers. Mr McNeill also warned that a Fianna Fáil-Fine Gael coalition would result in fracked gas from the United States being imported into Ireland through the Shannon Liquefied Natural Gas terminal and pipeline. Trinity College student union president Laura Betson warned of the lack of financial support for students through the Susi (Student Universal Support Ireland) grant and criticised universities for increasing accommodation costs.
Marchers in Dublin protest Fine Gael and Fianna Fail coalition
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-08--Budget 2020: When is the Budget? What can we expect from Chancellor Rishi Sunak?

Inheritance tax : What have MPs suggested so far ?
Why is there a budget ?
Normally , the UK @ @ @ @ @ budget at this time of year .
That ’ s because the budget is normally @ @ @ @ @ in March we see a spring statement .
However , the 2019 budget was delayed @ @ @ @ @ , so it was pushed back to March instead .
So this year , the @ @ @ @ @ by the budget this March - which means we ’ ll get another budget in @ @ @ @ @ the year .
The last budget was in October 2018 , when it was delivered @ @ @ @ @ stepped down in theist election .

Inheritance tax: What have MPs suggested so far?
Why is there a budget?
Normally, the UK would not be having a budget at this time of year.
That’s because the budget is normally done in November - while in March we see a spring statement.
However, the 2019 budget was delayed due to the general election, so it was pushed back to March instead.
So this year, the spring statement has been replaced by the budget this March - which means we’ll get another budget in its original slot later in the year.
The last budget was in October 2018, when it was delivered by Philip Hammond, who stepped down in theist election.


thedailyexpress--2020-03-09--Brexit LIVE: Von der Leyen left red faced after 'gibberish' answer to UK Brexit position

Speaking today , Ms von der Leyen insisted the UK needed to clarify what it wants from Brexit negotiations .
However , several political commentators insisted the UK had made it very clear over its desire for a break away from EU regulations and bureaucracy .
Sir Keir Starmer has refused to rule out rejoining the EU in a shock announcement at the Labour leadership hustings on Sunday .
Speaking on a panel with fellow contenders , Lisa Nandy and Rebecca Long-Bailey , Sir Keir could not rule out the possibility of rejoining the trade bloc in the distant future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK concluded the first round of negotiations although Michel Barnier declared on Thursday the two sides had multiple areas of `` divergence '' .
Chiefly , according to Mr Barnier , the two sides still remain at odds over the issue of fisheries , fair and equal competition , criminal justice and the eventual dispute settlement .
Although he said the areas of differences remained , he expressed his opinion a deal could be reached , although it would be difficult .
He said : `` To be completely frank with you , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very serious divergences .
`` Which is probably quite natural after the first round of negotiations .
“ Our differences come as no surprise , especially after only one round of negotiations , but some are very , very difficult .
“ However , I continue to believe that we can reach a good agreement for both sides.
” In a press conference today , the EU official stated the UK must `` make up '' its mind on its future post-Brexit .
However , several commentators have stated the UK has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the EU 's regulations and replicate an agreement similar to that of Canada .
Following her comments , The Daily Telegraph 's Brussels correspondent , James Crisp insisted she must `` update '' her message .
He said : `` I think she needs to update her messaging - this make up your mind gibberish is so last year . ''
President of the European Commission , Ursula von der Leyen held a press conference today , where she addressed the coronavirus outbreak and Brexit .
Commenting on the Brexit trade deal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ make as much as we can but the truth is also that our partnership will be different .
`` The UK will be a third country and the EU will continue to forge its path in today ’ s world on its own . ''
9.41am update : Truckers to face huge amount of paperwork as UK drops fast-track checks Haulage and shipping industries face a mountain of paperwork after the Government ignored advice to request security waivers , The Daily Telegraph has reported .
British negotiator apparently rejected participation on the EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This move will increase border delays despite warnings from industry experts .
Announcing her bid to become the next leader of the party , Ms Moran described her party 's policy to revoke Brexit as an error .
She also said it was now time `` as a party and offer a positive vision for the country '' .
With the cases of coronavirus continuing to increase , policy editor for BBC Newsnight , Lewis Goodall has insisted the `` chances of an extension request by July has to be rising '' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ request an extension to the Brexit transition which finished on December 31 , 2020 .
As it stands , the deadline for extending the transition period is the end of July , Lewis claimed an extension could be possible due to `` public concern '' .
He said : `` They will be acutely aware that public concern over virus much greater than its concern over the extension of a transition period about which they ’ re only vaguely aware .
`` If the crisis approaches the severity of migration crisis plus crash @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clamouring for an extension as well .
Both sides will run out of bandwidth or capacity to absorb further supply shocks . ''
Only crucial meetings will be held by the EU council this week amid fears of the coronavirus outbreak .
In health advice circulated to Brussels officials , delegated had been advised to `` respect personal hygiene '' and to `` avoid handshakes and kisses '' during meetings this week .
7.45am update : Keir Starmer refuses to rule out rejoining the EU Speaking at the Labour leadership hustings on Sunday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not for the `` immediate future '' .
He added : `` I do n't think it 's a priority for now and the immediate future , '' but when asked to explicitly rule it out he refused to do so .
When questioned on his stance , he said it was for `` our kids to decide what our future relationship is '' .

Brexit: Keir Starmer insists rejoining EU is 'not a priority’
Speaking today, Ms von der Leyen called on the UK to clarify exactly what it wants from Brexit negotiations. However, several political commentators said Britain hhad been very clear on its desire for a clean break from EU regulations and bureaucracy. Sir Keir Starmer has refused to rule out rejoining the EU in a shock announcement at the Labour leadership hustings on Sunday. Speaking on a panel with fellow contenders, Lisa Nandy and Rebecca Long-Bailey, Sir Keir could not rule out the possibility of rejoining the trade bloc in the distant future. Last week, the EU and UK concluded the first round of negotiations although Michel Barnier declared on Thursday the two sides had multiple areas of "divergence".
Chiefly, according to Mr Barnier, the two sides still remain at odds over the issue of fisheries, fair and equal competition, criminal justice and the eventual dispute settlement. Although he said the areas of differences remained, he said he believed a deal could be reached while warning it would be difficult. He said: "To be completely frank with you, there are many divergences and they are very serious divergences. "Which is probably quite natural after the first round of negotiations. “Our differences come as no surprise, especially after only one round of negotiations, but some are very, very difficult. “However, I continue to believe that we can reach a good agreement for both sides.” THIS LIVE BLOG IS NOW CLOSED FOLLOW BELOW FOR YESTERDAY'S UPDATES.
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John McDonnell said questions have been raised about the government's scope to negotiate a trade deal amid the virus crisis
10.37pm update: Government’s post-Brexit immigrations system ‘doesn’t work for Wales’ Welsh government ministers, industry representatives and trade unions have banded together to call for a change to the UK’s post-Brexit immigration plans. They claim the plans “do not work for Wales”. Under the measures, low-skilled workers will not get visas as the UK government urges employers to move away from relying on “cheap labour” from EU member states. Jeremy Miles, the Welsh government’s Counsel General, said in a letter to Home Secretary Priti Patel the salary threshold should be reduced or scrapped. He said: “ "Together, we are sending a very clear message - we need a migration system that works for Wales, that works for our businesses, our schools and universities, our care homes and hospitals, so we continue to have the skills and people we need. "What the UK government is currently proposing does not work for Wales. 9.09pm update: Brexit should be a secondary matter, says John McDonnell Labour’s John McDonnell has said the government should treat the Brexit negotiations with Brussels as a secondary matter amid the coronavirus crisis. In an interview, the shadow chancellor was asked if he thought the trade talks with the EU should be called off until the epidemic was brought under control. He declined to give a clear answer but said “others” have questioned the ability of the government to best deal with the discussions in the middle of a virus outbreak. Mr McDonnell told The Independent: “We are hearing increasingly noises from businesses and others about the problems they will confront in preparedness for Brexit implementation given the fact they’ve also got to address the threat of the virus outbreak. “In addition to that, others have questioned the limitations of the bandwidth within government to be able to deal with a global crisis and the negotiations themselves on the timetable the government has now set.” He added: “Brexit, although significant and important, has to be a secondary matter to keep people safe.”
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John McDonnell said the government should sideline Breixt amid the coronavirus crisis
7.45pm update: ‘They need to decide what they want!’ Critics hit back at EU Social media users have hit back at European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for saying the UK should be prepared to make “trade offs” in negotiations on a free trade deal with the EU. She said it was "up to the UK within the negotiations to think about the trade-offs they want to take into account". One person said: “It’s also the same narrative from the EU that was peddled during the WA talks. “Obviously hasn’t dawned on them that they are facing a very different negotiating team this time.” Another person said: “Here we go again, same old divide and rule games by the EU. “The reality is now that they need to decide what they want!” 6.28pm update: Ireland’s hard Brexit fund channelled towards coronavirus Leo Varadkar has said the money Ireland would have set aside for a hard Brexit is now being channelled towards the fight against coronavirus. He warned more than half of the population in the Republic of Ireland could contract virus. He said: "Money that would have been set aside for a hard Brexit is being put aside for Covid-19."
Micheal Gove has hit back at Ursula von der Leyen, insisting the UK has been clear on its intentions
5.22pm update: First coronavirus case detected at EU Commission The first case of coronavirus has been detected among staff at the European Commission, a spokeswoman said on Monday. The woman came back from Italy and has been in quarantine since last week, an EU official said. The EU Commission, the 27-nation bloc's executive, has a staff of around 32,000. Last week, another EU body, the European Defence Agency, reported a case of coronavirus among its staff. And the Council of the European Union, another body, also decided to send home close to 50 persons after two staff members tested positive to the virus. The case is not expected to affect the ongoing Brexit discussions. 4.01pm update: UK and EU partners need to decide if Brexit timetable is realistic, says John McDonnell Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell has questioned whether the government could still keep to Boris Johnson's timetable to conclude a post-Brexit free trade deal with the European Union by the end of the year in the midst of the coronavirus crisis. In a pre-Budget address in London, Mr McDonnell said Labour did not want to engage in party politics at a time of crisis. However, he said the Prime Minister should not have waited until last week to chair his first meeting of the government's Cobra contingencies committee on coronavirus. And he said Chancellor Rishi Sunak should have made a statement 10 days ago setting out the measures they were prepared to take to support the economy. Mr McDonnell said: “In these circumstances you need to be fast in demonstrating that there is a clear plan of action nationally, but also internationally. Blind optimism is no substitute for that.” In an interview with the PA news agency following his speech, Mr McDonnell called for cross-party talks on whether the timetable for reaching a trade deal with the EU was still feasible. "Is there enough bandwidth within government to deal with this crisis as well as the crisis that we are facing in terms of climate change as well as the crisis in our public services and Brexit too?" he said. "I think there needs to be a serious examination by government itself and proper consultation on a cross-party basis with our European partners whether the existing timetable is realistic. Let's look again."
Michael Gove updated his Cabinet colleagues on the progress of talks on Monday
3.26pm update: Gove hits back at von der Leyen - UK has been clear! Michael Gove has hit back at the EU after Ursula von der Leyen said the UK needed to “make up its mind” on what kind of a post-Brexit deal it wanted. Mr Gove claimed the team of British negotiators who headed to Brussels for the first round of talks last week “made clear” that they wanted to become an independent country in 2021 and ruled out an extension to the transition period. Updating MPs on the first round of talks, Cabinet Office minister Mr Gove said: "The UK's team made clear that on January 1 2021 the UK would regain its economic and political independence in full, and that the future relationship would need to reflect that reality." Before the next round of talks, the UK expects to table "a number of legal texts, including a draft FTA (free trade agreement)”, Mr Gove said. 2.48pm update: "Punchy move" by the UK The UK will release a draft legal text ahead of the second round of Brexit negotiations next week. Commenting on the approach, political editor for The Sun Tom Newton Dunn said the UK's approach was a "punchy" one. He said: "Punchy move by No10. Doing to the EU what the EU did to the UK during Withdrawal Agreement negotiations."
Brexit LIVE: No 10 releases statement on Brexit talks
1.38pm update: No 10 hits back at Ursula von der Leyen Following her claims that the UK must make up its mind on Brexit, No10 has released a statement insisting the UK's position has been clear. It read: "I think the UK has made up its mind very decisively and has been very clear about what it wants from its future relationship with the EU." 1.06pm update: Germany fears loss of UK trade Felix Schoenherr, a German politician who is a member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party, has expressed his fear over the loss of UK trade. Speaking to Express.co.uk, he said: "It's mainly exports, of course the UK is an important market, so we are dependent on that trade relationship as well as our trade with the US, also to China. So this is an issue. “Apart from that, travel restrictions may be a thing for students and academics who want to go to the UK, but really this is the danger of losing a market we have good trade with. “I think from a German economic perspective the UK is a very important trade partner, and we should try to get an agreement on both sides.”
Brexit LIVE: Germany fears loss of UK trade
12.10pm update: Ursula von der Leyen a bit "fingers-in-ears given UK position" Ms von der Leyen's criticism of the UK's Brexit position has been met with widespread condemnation. Deputy political editor for the MailOnline, Jack Maidment, said: "Ursula von der Leyen says UK must 'make up its mind' on what it wants in Brexit trade talks. "Says if UK doesn't want to play by EU rules it 'will be more distant' and 'more difficult' for UK to access the single market'. "Which all feels a bit fingers-in-ears given UK position." 11.39am update: Rupert Lowe ridicules Ursula von der Leyen's Brexit speech A former Brexit Party MEP for the West Midlands, Rupert Lowe, has criticised Ms von der Leyen's comments on the UK's uncertain Brexit stance. He said: "Strange for von der Leyen to be criticising the UK for not making our mind up. "British Gov have made it quite clear we want no ECJ, no level-playing field and to be treated as 'sovereign equals'. "Just because she doesn't like it doesn't mean it isn't happening!"
Brexit LIVE: Brexit Day timeline
11am update: Von der Leyen accused of confusing Brexit speech In a press conference today, the European Commission President urged the UK to "make up" its mind on what it wants for a post-Brexit future. However, several commentators have said the UK has been clear of its intent to break away from the EU's regulations and replicate a trade agreement similar to that of Canada. Following her comments, The Daily Telegraph's Brussels correspondent, James Crisp, insisted she must "update" her message. He said: "I think she needs to update her messaging - this make up your mind gibberish is so last year." 10.21am update: Ursula von der Leyen comments on Brexit President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, held a press conference today where she addressed the coronavirus outbreak and Brexit. Commenting on the Brexit trade deal, she said: "We will make as much as we can but the truth is also that our partnership will be different. "The UK will be a third country and the EU will continue to forge its path in today’s world on its own."
Ursula von der Leyen drew widespread criticism for saying the UK should 'make up its mind' on Brexit
Brexit LIVE: Urusla von der Leyen gives an update on Brexit talks
9.41am update: Truckers to face huge amount of paperwork as UK drops fast-track checks Haulage and shipping industries face a mountain of paperwork after the government ignored advice to request security waivers, The Daily Telegraph reports. British negotiators rejected participation in the EU's safety and security zone, according to the report. This move is set to increase border delays despite warnings from industry experts. 8.34am update: Lib Dem Brexit policy "a big mistake" Liberal Democrat MP Layla Moran criticised her party's Brexit policy on Sunday. Announcing her bid to become the next leader of the party, Ms Moran described her party's policy to revoke Brexit as an error.
Brexit LIVE: EU-UK trade negotiations
Coronavirus: Rishi Sunak discusses 'Brexit transition period'


thedailyexpress--2020-03-09--Budget 2020: Massive £5billion investment to roll out faster broadband across UK

The Conservatives pledged before December ’ s election to bring full-fibre and gigabit-capable broadband to every home and business in Britain within five years .
Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to use his first Budget to confirm the huge investment , which he hopes will benefit more than five million homes and businesses .
Gigabit broadband , which is 40 times faster than standard superfast broadband , will be rolled out to the hardest-to-reach 20 per cent of the country , the Treasury said .
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What can we expect from Chancellor ?
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a £1billion deal with the mobile phone industry to boost 4G coverage across the country , with the biggest improvements likely to be in Scotland , Northern Ireland and Wales .
The deal will provide extra coverage to 280,000 premises and 10,000 miles of roads , the Treasury anticipates .
Mr Sunak said : “ We are committed to levelling up across every region in the UK .
That is why we are making the largest ever public investment into broadband .
“ This investment delivers on our promises to the British people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ country.
” The Chancellor yesterday refused to confirm whether he will stick to the fiscal rules set out in the Conservative manifesto when he delivers this week ’ s Budget .
He said he believes “ very much ” in the responsible management of public finances , but declined to comment on whether the Government will abide by its election pledges .
The Conservative manifesto for the election stated that the party would not borrow to fund day-to-day spending and would ensure debt is lower in five years ’ time .

The Conservatives pledged before December’s election to bring full-fibre and gigabit-capable broadband to every home and business in Britain within five years. Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to use his first Budget to confirm the huge investment, which he hopes will benefit more than five million homes and businesses. Gigabit broadband, which is 40 times faster than standard superfast broadband, will be rolled out to the hardest-to-reach 20 per cent of the country, the Treasury said.
Budget 2020: When is the Budget? What can we expect from Chancellor?
Mr Sunak is also expected to announce a £1billion deal with the mobile phone industry to boost 4G coverage across the country, with the biggest improvements likely to be in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
The deal will provide extra coverage to 280,000 premises and 10,000 miles of roads, the Treasury anticipates.
Mr Sunak said: “We are committed to levelling up across every region in the UK. That is why we are making the largest ever public investment into broadband.
“This investment delivers on our promises to the British people, boosting growth and prosperity across the country.”
The Chancellor yesterday refused to confirm whether he will stick to the fiscal rules set out in the Conservative manifesto when he delivers this week’s Budget.
He said he believes “very much” in the responsible management of public finances, but declined to comment on whether the Government will abide by its election pledges. The Conservative manifesto for the election stated that the party would not borrow to fund day-to-day spending and would ensure debt is lower in five years’ time.


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thedailyexpress--2020-03-09--Boris hits back at EU: No10 insists ‘UK has made up its mind’ after von der Leyen’s attack

Boris Johnson ’ s Europe adviser David Frost said he would publish a draft free trade deal before next week ’ s round of talks with Brussels kicks off .
It comes after Ms von der Leyen ’ s comments earlier on Monday drew widespread criticism .
Speaking after the first round of meetings concluded , she said the EU needed their British partners to establish clear ground rules on its approach .
She told reporters in the Belgian capital : “ We are aware that there are differences in the approach towards what scope should the future agreement have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say so - the rules of the game everybody has to abide to .
“ So it will be important that the UK makes up its mind - the closer they want to have access to the single market , the more they have to play by the rules that are the rules of the single market .
“ If this is not the UK ’ s choice then , of course , they will be more distant and it will be more difficult for the UK to access the single market .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to the UK within the negotiations to think about the trade-offs they want to take into account.
” Downing Street was quick to hit back at Ms von der Leyen to defend itself .
The official spokesman for Mr Johnson insisted the government has clearly laid out its position .
He said : “ The UK has made up its mind very decisively and has been very clear about what it wants from its future relationship with the EU.
” The Prime Minister had said he favoured a Canada-style trade agreement with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : Budget 2020 : what can we expect from the new Chancellor ?
But critics have pointed out such a deal took seven years of talks before it was eventually signed .
And Stefaan De Rynck , an adviser to the EU ’ s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier , dismissed the idea .
Mr Rynck said the UK faces “ a different ball game ” when it comes to trade negotiations .
Mr Gove also wasted no time in responding to Ms von der Leyen ’ s speech .
DO N'T MISS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : ‘ We need UK trade !
’ [ INTERVIEW ] Boris Johnson 's stunning Sunak plan exposed by Vote Leave insiders [ VIDEO ] Brexit LIVE : Von der Leyen left red faced after 'gibberish ' answer [ BLOG ] The Cabinet minister said : “ The UK ’ s team made clear that on January 1 2021 , the UK would regain its economic and political independence in full , and that the future relationship would need to reflect that reality .
“ Discussions in some areas identified a degree of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talks could cover .
“ In other areas , notably fisheries , governance and dispute settlement , and the so-called ‘ level playing field ’ , there were , as expected , significant differences .
“ The next negotiating round will take place on 18-20 March in London .
The tit-for-tat words came as Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell questioned if the current Brexit timetable was “ realistic ” given the outbreak of coronavirus on the continent .
He said : “ Is there enough bandwidth within government to deal with this crisis as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ facing in terms of climate change as well as the crisis in our public services and Brexit too ?

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Boris Johnson’s Europe adviser David Frost said he would publish a draft free trade deal before next week’s round of talks with Brussels kicks off. It comes after Ms von der Leyen’s comments earlier on Monday drew widespread criticism. Speaking after the first round of meetings concluded, she said the EU needed their British partners to establish clear ground rules on its approach.
She told reporters in the Belgian capital: “We are aware that there are differences in the approach towards what scope should the future agreement have and what are - if I may say so - the rules of the game everybody has to abide to. “So it will be important that the UK makes up its mind - the closer they want to have access to the single market, the more they have to play by the rules that are the rules of the single market. “If this is not the UK’s choice then, of course, they will be more distant and it will be more difficult for the UK to access the single market. “So I think it’s up to the UK within the negotiations to think about the trade-offs they want to take into account.”
Boris Johnson's spokesman insisted the UK has been clear on Brexit after criticism from the EU
Boris Johnson's spokesman responded to Ms von der Leyen's call for clarity
Downing Street was quick to hit back at Ms von der Leyen to defend itself. The official spokesman for Mr Johnson insisted the government has clearly laid out its position. He said: “The UK has made up its mind very decisively and has been very clear about what it wants from its future relationship with the EU.” The Prime Minister had said he favoured a Canada-style trade agreement with the EU after Brexit. READ MORE: Budget 2020: what can we expect from the new Chancellor?
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Ursula von der Leyen urged the UK to 'make up its mind' on what it wanted
Mr Gove said the UK had been 'very clear' on what it wanted out of negotiations
David Frost is leading the Brexit negotiations for Britain
The Cabinet minister said: “The UK’s team made clear that on January 1 2021, the UK would regain its economic and political independence in full, and that the future relationship would need to reflect that reality. “Discussions in some areas identified a degree of common understanding of the ground that future talks could cover. “In other areas, notably fisheries, governance and dispute settlement, and the so-called ‘level playing field’, there were, as expected, significant differences. “The next negotiating round will take place on 18-20 March in London.
The Brexit transition period will expire on December 31
“The UK expects to table a number of legal texts, including a draft FTA, beforehand.” The tit-for-tat words came as Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell questioned if the current Brexit timetable was “realistic” given the outbreak of coronavirus on the continent. He said: “Is there enough bandwidth within government to deal with this crisis as well as the crisis that we are facing in terms of climate change as well as the crisis in our public services and Brexit too?
Michael Gove was quick to hit back at Brussels over Ms von der Leyen's criticism
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thedailyexpress--2020-03-09--Labour leadership guide: What do Keir Starmer and Rebecca Long Bailey stand for?

Sir Keir Starmer and Rebecca Long Bailey are vying for Labour Party members votes , as is Wigan MP Lisa @ @ @ @ @ the leadership race .
The three have been travelling around the country to take part @ @ @ @ @ .
What do Keir Starmer and Rebecca Long Bailey stand for ?
Sir Keir is @ @ @ @ @ and managed to secure the support of the UK ’ s biggest trade union Unison @ @ @ @ @ seen as the Corbyn continuity candidate and she is backed by Momentum , the grassroots @ @ @ @ @ Jeremy Corbyn as Labour leader .
The two candidates do have some policies in common @ @ @ @ @ the railways , want more power distributed to regions , want to scrap Universal Credit @ @ @ @ @ they back the Board of Deputies pledges on anti-Semitism .
READ MORE : Long-Bailey already @ @ @ @ @

Brexit: Keir Starmer insists rejoining EU is 'not a priority’
Sir Keir Starmer and Rebecca Long Bailey are vying for Labour Party members votes, as is Wigan MP Lisa Nandy who is also in the leadership race. The three have been travelling around the country to take part in hustings and televised debates.
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What do Keir Starmer and Rebecca Long Bailey stand for? Sir Keir is the frontrunner in the race and managed to secure the support of the UK’s biggest trade union Unison. Ms Long Bailey is seen as the Corbyn continuity candidate and she is backed by Momentum, the grassroots group set up to support Jeremy Corbyn as Labour leader. The two candidates do have some policies in common. They both support nationalising the railways, want more power distributed to regions, want to scrap Universal Credit and tuition fees, and they back the Board of Deputies pledges on anti-Semitism. READ MORE: Long-Bailey already hinting at fresh leader election
Labour leadership guide: What do Keir Starmer and Rebecca Long Bailey stand for?
READ MORE 'Have you been listening to the red wall?!' Neil astounded by Starmer On Brexit, Sir Keir has accepted the result but will scrutinise the Conservatives’ deal with the EU as much as possible. He will want a deal that protects the economy, jobs, workers and the environment. Patrick Diamond, a senior lecturer in British politics from Queen Mary University London’s School of Politics and International Relations said: “Although he was a strong advocate of a second referendum before the general election, it looks as if he will accept Brexit. “But he will argue that the Government’s deal is flawed and problematic.”
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Labour leadership guide: Ms Long Bailey supported a second referendum though she was opposed to it initially
Labour leadership guide: Sir Keir has said he would bring back EU citizens’ freedom of movement to UK
READ MORE Keir Starmer dodges Andrew Neil's question on 'secret, shadowy money' Sir Keir has said he would bring back EU citizens’ freedom of movement to UK and has backed Labour’s election stance on limited continued migration from the bloc. He says any new migration system should not be based on numbers or targets. Ms Long Bailey has said there is no evidence to suggest that immigration pushes down wages is ‘in favour’ of free movement but does not guarantee it for EU. She believes any new migration system should be based on values, not targets.
Labour leadership guide: Sir Keir has promised indefinite tenancies and rent controls, and to help tackle the climate crisis wants new builds to be zero-carbon
Labour leadership guide: Long Bailey wants to keep Mr Corbyn’s pledge to suspend arms sales
When it comes to defence, Long Bailey wants to keep Mr Corbyn’s pledge to suspend arms sales and said she would be prepared to use nuclear weapons, but she “isn’t a warmonger”. Sir Keir, who voted against UK military action in Syria but for replacing Trident, would like a Prevention of Military Intervention Act to “stop illegal wars”. Closer to home, Sir Keir would abolish the House of Lords and support an elected chamber for nations and regions. He likes the idea of a “federal UK” and has signalled support for a more proportional voting system.