thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--Do it or else! Von der Leyen issues dire warning to EU leaders who reject €750bn bailout

The European Commission President said an agreement over her proposed €750 bailout for pandemic-stricken economies would help the bloc emerge from the crisis .
Arriving at the European Council summit , Mrs von der Leyen said : “ The risk couldn ’ t be greater today , but so are the opportunities .
“ A lot is at stake , if Europe does it right then we can emerge from this crisis more strongly .
“ Every necessary part of the negotiations are on the table and an agreement is possible and the people in Europe also expect a solution @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which are at risk .
“ They are still facing the risk of the virus and we will have to learn to live with the virus , the entire world is watching Europe to see if we are able to rise together and to overcome this economic crisis caused by coronavirus.
” Meeting for the first time since the pandemic exploded across the Continent , EU leaders will discuss proposals for a €1.074 trillion seven-year budget and a €750 billion recovery fund for the worst-hit regions and industries .
French President Emmanuel Macron @ @ @ @ @ @ @ propose the bailout , warned the EU ’ s future is at stake at the gathering .
He said : “ It ’ s an ambitious moment for Europe , we are living a crisis without precedents in the health , social and economic areas , which requires more solidarity and ambition .
“ France and Germany have come up with an agreement .
It was the base of the Commission ’ s proposal for the reactivation plan .
“ And the next few hours are decisive to make this ambition possible and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the budget can allow the social , economic and environmental reactivation of Europe .
“ The European project is at stake here .
I am confident , but prudent .
We will do everything we can to find an agreement.
” Angela Merkel , the German Chancellor , urged her EU colleagues to compromise in order to secure the bloc ’ s future .
She said : “ There have been many preparations and we are in a completely different situation that was the case in February , which is why we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ But I have to say that the differences are still very big therefore I can ’ t say just yet whether we will come to an agreement this time .
“ It would be desirable , however , we have to see the reality and it takes great willingness to compromise.
” MUST READ : Italy 's 'Nigel Farage ' warns Rome better off before EU project The summit threatens being scuppered by the Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte .
The Netherlands has called for countries receiving EU aid to agree @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pensions systems before being allowed access to the cash being made available from pandemic-stricken industries and regions .
Mr Rutte is leading the opposition alongside other fiscally conservative northern member states .
He told reporters : “ I ’ m not optimistic , but you never know.
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Ursula von der Leyen says 'stakes couldn't be higher' at summit
The European Commission President said an agreement over her proposed €750 bailout for pandemic-stricken economies would help the bloc emerge from the crisis. Arriving at the European Council summit, Mrs von der Leyen said: “The risk couldn’t be greater today, but so are the opportunities. “A lot is at stake, if Europe does it right then we can emerge from this crisis more strongly.
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“Every necessary part of the negotiations are on the table and an agreement is possible and the people in Europe also expect a solution from us because it is their jobs which are at risk. “They are still facing the risk of the virus and we will have to learn to live with the virus, the entire world is watching Europe to see if we are able to rise together and to overcome this economic crisis caused by coronavirus.” Meeting for the first time since the pandemic exploded across the Continent, EU leaders will discuss proposals for a €1.074 trillion seven-year budget and a €750 billion recovery fund for the worst-hit regions and industries. French President Emmanuel Macron, who worked alongside Angela Merkel to propose the bailout, warned the EU’s future is at stake at the gathering.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
He said: “It’s an ambitious moment for Europe, we are living a crisis without precedents in the health, social and economic areas, which requires more solidarity and ambition. “France and Germany have come up with an agreement. It was the base of the Commission’s proposal for the reactivation plan. “And the next few hours are decisive to make this ambition possible and get everyone to commit so the plan and the budget can allow the social, economic and environmental reactivation of Europe. “The European project is at stake here. I am confident, but prudent. We will do everything we can to find an agreement.”
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel
Angela Merkel, the German Chancellor, urged her EU colleagues to compromise in order to secure the bloc’s future. She said: “There have been many preparations and we are in a completely different situation that was the case in February, which is why we are entering these negotiations in good spirits. “But I have to say that the differences are still very big therefore I can’t say just yet whether we will come to an agreement this time. “It would be desirable, however, we have to see the reality and it takes great willingness to compromise.” MUST READ: Italy's 'Nigel Farage' warns Rome better off before EU project
Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte
The summit threatens being scuppered by the Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte. The Netherlands has called for countries receiving EU aid to agree to reforms in their labour markets and pensions systems before being allowed access to the cash being made available from pandemic-stricken industries and regions. Mr Rutte is leading the opposition alongside other fiscally conservative northern member states. He told reporters: “I’m not optimistic, but you never know.” DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--Brexit LIVE: Michael Gove lets slip Department for Transport plans for Kent from January 1

Michael Gove has told the House of Commons five sites have been identified in order to check freight being transported out of the UK , including one in Ashford , Kent .
The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster revealed what the site would be used for after the Department of Transport ( DfT ) secured the 27-acre site on Wednesday .
In a letter to residents living near the site off the M20 , the DfT said it was planning two primary uses , with opponents fearing it could be converted into a lorry park .
When asked about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Mr Gove said : `` Well , there are five sites that we were looking at and indeed yesterday the Department for Transport confirmed that a site at Ashford has been secured .
`` It is of course the case that these sites are there in order to facilitate traffic management and the flow of goods out of the country.
” The Cabinet office minister insisted the locations would not be used for goods coming into the country from the continent and checks would still be conducted in Calais , France .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the appropriate checks on goods coming in to the country , then of course at Calais it will be the case that the French authorities will be seeking to check export declarations . ''
Britain will formally leave the European Union following the end of the year .
The UK is set to embark of a new trading relationship with the EU after leaving the single market and customs union .
1.30pm update : Officials from Japan set to hold Brexit trade talks in London next month Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi @ @ @ @ @ @ @ month to discuss a post-Brexit trade deal , according to the Jiji news agency .
Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has does not think an agreement will be reached among the EU27 for a coronavirus recovery fund .
In an interview with Dutch broadcaster NOS in Brussels , he said : “ I 'm not optimistic , but you never know.
” 12.15am update : Brexit negotiator Frost could be set for influential foreign policy role Brexit negotiator David Frost could change the traditional role of a National Security Advisor and become the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ foreign policy , according to Tory MP Tobias Ellwood .
Mr Ellwood , who serves as Chair of the Commons Defence Select Committee , said : “ I fear though , with Dominic Cummings , he is a domestic revolutionist and he has less interest in what goes on beyond Dover .
“ We need another version of him because obviously the Prime Minister relies on him incredibly , we need somebody like him – maybe David Frost – the new National Security Advisor – to bring on the arc of interest which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cummings is immensely powerful , that concerns some cabinet members significantly because he does change the focus in allowing one individual to yield so much influence .
“ But that is the choice of the Prime Minister , he can take that approach if he wants to , my concern though is less to do with the individual , but more to do with the perception that Britain is less interested in international affairs than we previously were.
” READ MORE Boris Johnson 's masterstroke : David Frost tipped to ‘ secure arc @ @ @ @ @ @ @ update : Italy set to push for exit from the EU Italy could be set to follow the UK and quit the European Union , as `` Italy 's Nigel Farage '' vows to ramp up campaigning and force a vote , plunging the bloc into crisis .
Gianluigi Paragone , a former senator for the anti-establishment 5Star Movement has announced the launch of a single-issue party , much like the Brexit Party , to push for Italy ’ s departure from the EU .
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@ @ @ @ @ @ @ better off before EU project 10.30am update : Brexit battle : Sturgeon pledges to defy Boris Johnson ’ s new law with OWN EU rules Wesminster and Holyrood are set for an extraordinary Brexit battle after Nicola Sturgeon ’ s government threatened to defy a major post-Brexit law with their very own legislation .
The SNP has warned they are prepared to take the UK Government all the way to the Supreme Court over plans to give Westminster the power to set food and environmental standards after Brexit .
Michael Russell , SNP @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Holyrood will plough ahead with proposals for its own rival law if Westminster are handed the power to force Scotland to accept new standards on food , environmental , animal welfare and state aid .
Mr Russell said : “ The Scottish Government now intends to publish a full rebuttal of these proposals and then debate that document in the Scottish Parliament – and we will recommend that the Parliament refuses to give the legislative consent which it will need .
“ We will also now review our work on joint frameworks given @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on them , and furthermore we will seek alignment with EU standards including via the Continuity Bill which we intend to have on the statute book by the end of the year .
“ We will actively oppose the UK Government ’ s proposals at every opportunity , including at every legislative stage , and pursue every avenue to challenge the Bill should it pass – no one should be in any doubt about our determination to defend the powers of the Scottish Parliament and the founding principles of devolution.
” 10.00am update @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reject internal trade in UK – ‘ will cost us all ’ Tory MP Tom Tugendhat has hit out at SNP plans to block Boris Johnson ’ s plan to create in internal market within the UK to allow goods to trade freely without barriers beyond Brexit .
Mr Tugendhat wrote on Twitter : “ Putting barriers to trade in the UK will cost us all .
“ Separating business from customers they ’ re already hurting the tourism sector , not content with damaging hotels and restaurants in pursuit of separation , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” This week Downing Street published a 106-page white paper setting out trade terms between the four nations after Brexit .

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Mr Fox is one of eight candidates vying to replace Brazilian Roberto Azevedo as director-general. If Mr Fox replaced Mr Azevedo, he will be the first British boss of the WTO.
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The UK has been a member of the WTO since it was founded in 1995, but has only sat as an independent member since leaving the EU back in January. When asked whether he thought it was premateure to expect a UK nominee to lead the body, Mr Fox hit back claiming the UK have had experience working with European partner. He said: "I say that's wrong. "We have long experience working with European partners and outside on a range of global issues.
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David Frost and Michel Barnier will conclude talks in Brussles today
He added: “When it comes to the appropriate checks on goods coming in to the country, then of course at Calais it will be the case that the French authorities will be seeking to check export declarations." Britain will formally leave the European Union following the end of the year. The UK is set to embark of a new trading relationship with the EU after leaving the single market and customs union. READ MORE: Brexit chaos: European judges plunge trade talks into doubt
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A timeline of Brexit talks between the UK and the EU
The latest round of Brexit trade talks between the UK negotiator David Frost and his EU counterpart Michel Barnier will conclude later today in Brussels. Several outstanding issues remain including trade, fisheries and governance. Follow Express.co.uk for live Brexit updates:
4.46am update: Sturgeon crisis: Scottish GDP plummets up to 90 percent amid crippling coronavirus Scottish Government figures released today show that GDP for the end of May was down by almost a quarter compared to the period prior to lockdown. Performance was 22.1 percent below the level for February although the economy grew by 1.5 percent in real terms. In the hardest hit sector, accommodation and food services, output plunged by almost 90 percent over three months to May. Alongside the 89.8 percent slump in the accommodation and food services, arts, culture and recreation saw a drop of 54.3 percent over the three months to May. Output fell in nearly every industry in March and April, the statistics show, although the results for May were "more mixed". In the construction sector, total output is estimated to have increased by 8.2 percent in May, after a drop of 40.1 percent in April. 2.35am update: UK and EU deal on 'collision course for failure' - could go down to wire The UK and the European Union are continuing talks in a desperate attempt to strike a post-Brexit trade deal before the end of the transition period on December 31. The UK officially left the bloc on January 31, with trade talks beginning in Brussels two months later, led by Boris Johnson's chief negotiator David Frost and Brussels counterpart Michel Barnier. Face-to-face talks were put on hold due to the coronavirus crisis sweeping through the continent, but resumed last month in Brussels, followed by further meetings in London at 10 Downing Street last week. 1.11am update: Brexit breakthrough: Frost hopes to overcome 'significant differences' in London showdown David Frost is understood to be eyeing his first breakthrough in the future relationship negotiations after holding talks with his EU counterpart Michel Barnier in Brussels. The pair agreed to put added emphasis on Britain’s future security pact with the EU as a potential landing zone for an agreement emerged. The two sides will hold four separate sessions on “law enforcement and judicial cooperation” as the Capital hosts its first ever round of negotiations with Brussels.
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6pm update: Alok Sharma says seamless trade is vital for the economy As Brexit negotiations continue, concerns over border control in Northern Ireland continues to dominate headlines and discussions. Now Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Alok Sharma, has promised plans will make sure trade continues to flow between all four nations of the UK. Tweeting an article to his latest column in the Belfast Telegraph, Mr Sharma said: "Seamless trade is vital for our economy, boosting business, supporting jobs, and ensuring consumers get the best deal. "Our Internal Market plans will make sure it’s business as usual, with trade continuing to flow between all four nations of the UK." 4.30pm update: Liam Fox sets out masterplan to UK to lead world on trade as he bids for WTO job The Brexiteer argued not every country "sees every issuye through the Brexit prism" as he eyes becoming the first British boss of the World Trade Organisation. Asked whether ongoing trade talks between the UK and EU would prove an advantage or obstacle to his bid, he replied: "Very fortunately, not everyone in the world sees every issue through the Brexit prism." "If I were to be elected the director-general... Britain would be one of 164 countries that would be looked after without fear or favour. "In which case, the discussion between the United Kingdom and the European Union on Brexit would be a matter for those two parties."
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3.10pm update: Nick Clegg's 2016 comments suggest Michel Barnier is keen for Britain to fail Brexit negotiations have stalled in recent months over two key issues – fisheries and regulatory alignment. Mr Johnson wants to fulfil a Leave campaign promise that the UK will take back control of its waters post-Brexit. Mr Barnier has warned Mr Johnson he cannot secure access to European markets without allowing EU vessels into UK waters. One reason Mr Barnier may be holding firm in talks is his apparent eagerness to get the upper hand on the UK – as Nick Clegg's comments in 2016 suggest. The former Liberal Democrat leader said of him: “He is no friend of the City of London." 3pm update: Steven Brown takes over from Luke Hawker 1.30pm update: Officials from Japan set to hold Brexit trade talks in London next month Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi is set to visit the UK next month to discuss a post-Brexit trade deal, according to the Jiji news agency. 1.00pm update: Dutch PM unconvinced EU deal will be reached Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte has does not think an agreement will be reached among the EU27 for a coronavirus recovery fund. In an interview with Dutch broadcaster NOS in Brussels, he said: “I'm not optimistic, but you never know.”
Mark Rutte has does not think an agreement will be reached among the EU27
12.15am update: Brexit negotiator Frost could be set for influential foreign policy role Brexit negotiator David Frost could change the traditional role of a National Security Advisor and become the "Dominic Cummings" of Britain's foreign policy, according to Tory MP Tobias Ellwood. Mr Ellwood, who serves as Chair of the Commons Defence Select Committee, said: “I fear though, with Dominic Cummings, he is a domestic revolutionist and he has less interest in what goes on beyond Dover. “We need another version of him because obviously the Prime Minister relies on him incredibly, we need somebody like him – maybe David Frost – the new National Security Advisor – to bring on the arc of interest which is the international interest. “Dominic Cummings is immensely powerful, that concerns some cabinet members significantly because he does change the focus in allowing one individual to yield so much influence. “But that is the choice of the Prime Minister, he can take that approach if he wants to, my concern though is less to do with the individual, but more to do with the perception that Britain is less interested in international affairs than we previously were.” READ MORE Boris Johnson's masterstroke: David Frost tipped to ‘secure arc of interest’ in new role 11.15am update: Italy set to push for exit from the EU Italy could be set to follow the UK and quit the European Union, as "Italy's Nigel Farage" vows to ramp up campaigning and force a vote, plunging the bloc into crisis. Gianluigi Paragone, a former senator for the anti-establishment 5Star Movement has announced the launch of a single-issue party, much like the Brexit Party, to push for Italy’s departure from the EU. READ MORE: Italexit closer than ever! Italy's 'Nigel Farage' warns Rome better off before EU project
Nicola Sturgeon is set to challenge to Westminster Government over Brexit
10.30am update: Brexit battle: Sturgeon pledges to defy Boris Johnson’s new law with OWN EU rules
Wesminster and Holyrood are set for an extraordinary Brexit battle after Nicola Sturgeon’s government threatened to defy a major post-Brexit law with their very own legislation.
The SNP has warned they are prepared to take the UK Government all the way to the Supreme Court over plans to give Westminster the power to set food and environmental standards after Brexit.
Michael Russell, SNP cabinet secretary for constitutional affairs, said Holyrood will plough ahead with proposals for its own rival law if Westminster are handed the power to force Scotland to accept new standards on food, environmental, animal welfare and state aid.
Mr Russell said: “The Scottish Government now intends to publish a full rebuttal of these proposals and then debate that document in the Scottish Parliament – and we will recommend that the Parliament refuses to give the legislative consent which it will need.
“We will also now review our work on joint frameworks given the negative impact these proposals will have on them, and furthermore we will seek alignment with EU standards including via the Continuity Bill which we intend to have on the statute book by the end of the year.
“We will actively oppose the UK Government’s proposals at every opportunity, including at every legislative stage, and pursue every avenue to challenge the Bill should it pass – no one should be in any doubt about our determination to defend the powers of the Scottish Parliament and the founding principles of devolution.” 10.00am update: Tory MP condemns SNP plans to reject internal trade in UK – ‘will cost us all’ Tory MP Tom Tugendhat has hit out at SNP plans to block Boris Johnson’s plan to create in internal market within the UK to allow goods to trade freely without barriers beyond Brexit. Mr Tugendhat wrote on Twitter: “Putting barriers to trade in the UK will cost us all. “Separating business from customers they’re already hurting the tourism sector, not content with damaging hotels and restaurants in pursuit of separation, they’re turning on others too.” This week Downing Street published a 106-page white paper setting out trade terms between the four nations after Brexit.
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--Labour chaos: Crisis for Sir Keir as frontline MP quits after JK Rowling comments

The Brighton Kemptown MP 's departure from the shadow cabinet is the latest exit of an ally of former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn .
He resigned from his role as a shadow environment minister , saying he had been the victim of a `` torrent of online hate '' because of a `` campaign by the right-wing media '' .
Mr Russell-Moyle faced calls to resign weeks ago when he was forced to apologise for accusing world-renowned Harry Potter author JK Rowling of “ using her own sexual assault as justification for discriminating ” against trans people .
Most recently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sorry again for a 2009 Facebook post where he suggested Jewish claims to Israel were “ not progressive in their very nature ” and Zionism was a “ dangerous nationalist idea ” , reported by The Times .
He said : `` I have now deleted these posts and recognise why they were offensive . ''
“ I am completely and unreservedly committed to supporting Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner ’ s pledge to rid the party of antisemitism .
I have met previously with the Jewish Labour Movement and will be reaching @ @ @ @ @ @ @ As Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer tries to restore Labour 's reputation with the Jewish community , the Jewish Labour Movement criticised Mr Russell-Moyle this week for having attracted `` constant controversy in relation to anti-Semitism '' .
Last night , Mr Russell-Moyle announced he was stepping down saying he and his staff had received “ online hate and daily calls of harassment ” to his office .
He told Sir Keir of his intention to stand down and support him from the backbenches on Thursday afternoon .
Mr Russell-Moyle said in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I leave the shadow ministry , but owing to a campaign by the right-wing media my position has become untenable . ''
`` This has unleashed a torrent of online hate and daily calls of harassment to my office , which has exposed those who work for me to abuse that would not be acceptable in any workplace .
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[ COMMENT ] Why is Keir @ @ @ @ @ @ @ did for Stephen Lawrence [ EXPLAINER ] '' It has also led to hounding and stress , from which I need a few weeks to support my team and myself to collectively recover . ''
Sir Keir Starmer , who replaced Mr Corbyn after the party 's disastrous general election , thanked Mr Russell-Moyle for his work as minister for air quality and the natural environment .
A Labour spokesman said : `` Keir thanked Lloyd for his hard work on the frontbench and wished him well in his plans for the coming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ services . ''
Mr Russell-Moyle did not specify the details of any apparent campaign against him or the abuse he has suffered .

Lloyd Russell-Moyle tells Commons he is HIV positive in 2018
The Brighton Kemptown MP's departure from the shadow cabinet is the latest exit of an ally of former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn. He resigned from his role as a shadow environment minister, saying he had been the victim of a "torrent of online hate" because of a "campaign by the right-wing media".
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Mr Russell-Moyle faced calls to resign weeks ago when he was forced to apologise for accusing world-renowned Harry Potter author JK Rowling of “using her own sexual assault as justification for discriminating” against trans people. Most recently, Mr Russell-Moyle was forced to say sorry again for a 2009 Facebook post where he suggested Jewish claims to Israel were “not progressive in their very nature” and Zionism was a “dangerous nationalist idea”, reported by The Times. He said: "I have now deleted these posts and recognise why they were offensive."
Lloyd Russell-Moyle has resigned from the frontbench
Russell-Moyle faced calls to resign weeks ago when he was forced to apologise for accusing world-renowned Harry Potter author JK Rowling
“I am completely and unreservedly committed to supporting Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner’s pledge to rid the party of antisemitism. I have met previously with the Jewish Labour Movement and will be reaching out to them again now." As Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer tries to restore Labour's reputation with the Jewish community, the Jewish Labour Movement criticised Mr Russell-Moyle this week for having attracted "constant controversy in relation to anti-Semitism". Last night, Mr Russell-Moyle announced he was stepping down saying he and his staff had received “online hate and daily calls of harassment” to his office. READ MORE: Trade union chief's brutal warning to Keir Starmer
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The Labour MP said he had been the victim of a "torrent of online hate"
Lloyd Russell-Moyle was forced to apologise to JK Rowling
Russell-Moyle accused JK Rowling of “using her own sexual assault as justification for discriminating” against trans people
Lloyd Russell-Moyle lifts Commons' ceremonial mace in 2018
"It has also led to hounding and stress, from which I need a few weeks to support my team and myself to collectively recover." Sir Keir Starmer, who replaced Mr Corbyn after the party's disastrous general election, thanked Mr Russell-Moyle for his work as minister for air quality and the natural environment.
Main reason for not sicking with Labour
A Labour spokesman said: "Keir thanked Lloyd for his hard work on the frontbench and wished him well in his plans for the coming months to focus on housing and youth services." Mr Russell-Moyle did not specify the details of any apparent campaign against him or the abuse he has suffered.


thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--EU crisis: Ursula von der Leyen's €750bn plan blown out the water by Dutch PM Mark Rutte

Ahead of a crunch European summit in Brussels , Mr Rutte signalled he was not willing to drop his demands for economic reforms as the price for accessing the proposed €750 billion recovery fund .
He told reporters : “ I ’ m not optimistic , but you never know.
” The Netherlands wants countries receiving EU aid to agree to reforms in their labour markets and pensions systems before being allowed access to the cash being made available from pandemic-stricken industries and regions .
Mr Rutte is leading the opposition alongside other fiscally conservative northern member states .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Denmark , Sweden and the Netherlands – have called for political strings to be attached to Ursula von der Leyen ’ s proposed fund .
Meeting for the first time since the pandemic exploded across the Continent , EU leaders will discuss proposals for a €1.074 trillion seven-year budget and the recovery fund for the worst-hit regions and industries .
Under the scheme , the EU would borrow on the international markets in order to hand out €500 billion in grants and a further €250 billion in low-cost loans .
Mr Rutte @ @ @ @ @ @ @ favour of a system based entirely on loans .
He said : “ There are many issues on the table , one of them is , of course , the mix of grants and loans , the MFF itself… “ At the end of the day I have a position that is much worse than they already have… But there is a reason for all of this .
We need a strong Europe in an unstable world . ''
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said failure to reach an agreement would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
She said : “ The risk couldn ’ t be greater today , but so are the opportunities .
“ A lot is at stake , if Europe does it right then we can emerge from this crisis more strongly .
“ Every necessary part of the negotiations are on the table and an agreement is possible and the people in Europe also expect a solution from us because it is their jobs which are at risk .
“ They are still facing the risk of the virus and we will have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the entire world is watching Europe to see if we are able to rise together and to overcome this economic crisis caused by coronavirus.
” MUST READ : Furious EU leader tears into Brussels plan to triple rebates French President Emmanuel Macron , who worked alongside Angela Merkel to propose the bailout , warned the EU ’ s future is at stake at the gathering .
He said : “ It ’ s an ambitious moment for Europe , we are living a crisis without precedents in the health , social and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and ambition .
“ France and Germany have come up with an agreement .
It was the base of the Commission ’ s proposal for the reactivation plan .
“ And the next few hours are decisive to make this ambition possible and get everyone to commit so the plan and the budget can allow the social , economic and environmental reactivation of Europe .
“ The European project is at stake here .
I am confident , but prudent .
We will do everything we can to find an agreement.
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EU: Mark Rutte calls for ‘strong Europe in an unstable world’
Ahead of a crunch European summit in Brussels, Mr Rutte signalled he was not willing to drop his demands for economic reforms as the price for accessing the proposed €750 billion recovery fund. He told reporters: “I’m not optimistic, but you never know.” The Netherlands wants countries receiving EU aid to agree to reforms in their labour markets and pensions systems before being allowed access to the cash being made available from pandemic-stricken industries and regions.
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Mr Rutte is leading the opposition alongside other fiscally conservative northern member states. The so-called “Frugal Four” – Austria, Denmark, Sweden and the Netherlands – have called for political strings to be attached to Ursula von der Leyen’s proposed fund. Meeting for the first time since the pandemic exploded across the Continent, EU leaders will discuss proposals for a €1.074 trillion seven-year budget and the recovery fund for the worst-hit regions and industries.
Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte
Under the scheme, the EU would borrow on the international markets in order to hand out €500 billion in grants and a further €250 billion in low-cost loans. Mr Rutte wants non-repayable funds to be scrapped in favour of a system based entirely on loans. He said: “There are many issues on the table, one of them is, of course, the mix of grants and loans, the MFF itself… “At the end of the day I have a position that is much worse than they already have… But there is a reason for all of this. We need a strong Europe in an unstable world."
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said failure to reach an agreement would put jobs at risk across the bloc. She said: “The risk couldn’t be greater today, but so are the opportunities. “A lot is at stake, if Europe does it right then we can emerge from this crisis more strongly. “Every necessary part of the negotiations are on the table and an agreement is possible and the people in Europe also expect a solution from us because it is their jobs which are at risk. “They are still facing the risk of the virus and we will have to learn to live with the virus, the entire world is watching Europe to see if we are able to rise together and to overcome this economic crisis caused by coronavirus.” MUST READ: Furious EU leader tears into Brussels plan to triple rebates
German Chancellor Angela Merkel
French President Emmanuel Macron, who worked alongside Angela Merkel to propose the bailout, warned the EU’s future is at stake at the gathering. He said: “It’s an ambitious moment for Europe, we are living a crisis without precedents in the health, social and economic areas, which requires more solidarity and ambition. “France and Germany have come up with an agreement. It was the base of the Commission’s proposal for the reactivation plan. “And the next few hours are decisive to make this ambition possible and get everyone to commit so the plan and the budget can allow the social, economic and environmental reactivation of Europe. “The European project is at stake here. I am confident, but prudent. We will do everything we can to find an agreement.” DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--EU divided: Merkel orders leaders to compromise on 'very big differences'

The German Chancellor suggested member states are still hugely divided in their quest to reach an agreement over the bloc ’ s next long-term budget and coronavirus recovery fund .
Ahead of the crunch European Council summit , Mrs Merkel said : “ There have been many preparations and we are in a completely different situation that was the case in February , which is why we are entering these negotiations in good spirits .
“ But I have to say that the differences are still very big therefore I can ’ t say just yet whether we will come @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It would be desirable , however , we have to see the reality and it takes great willingness to compromise.
” Meeting for the first time since the pandemic exploded across the Continent , EU leaders will discuss proposals for a €1.074 trillion seven-year budget and a €750 billion recovery fund for the worst-hit regions and industries .
French President Emmanuel Macron , who worked alongside Mrs Merkel to propose the bailout , warned the EU ’ s future is at stake at the gathering .
He said : “ It ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are living a crisis without precedents in the health , social and economic areas , which requires more solidarity and ambition .
“ France and Germany have come up with an agreement .
It was the base of the Commission ’ s proposal for the reactivation plan .
“ And the next few hours are decisive to make this ambition possible and get everyone to commit so the plan and the budget can allow the social , economic and environmental reactivation of Europe .
“ The European project is at stake here .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ We will do everything we can to find an agreement.
” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said : “ The risk couldn ’ t be greater today , but so are the opportunities .
“ A lot is at stake , if Europe does it right then we can emerge from this crisis more strongly .
“ Every necessary part of the negotiations are on the table and an agreement is possible and the people in Europe also expect a solution from us because it is their jobs which are at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Leyen warns leaders risk jobs crisis by rejecting her plans “ They are still facing the risk of the virus and we will have to learn to live with the virus , the entire world is watching Europe to see if we are able to rise together and to overcome this economic crisis caused by coronavirus.
” But the summit threatens being scuppered by the Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte .
The Netherlands has called for countries receiving EU aid to agree to reforms in their labour markets and pensions systems before being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available from pandemic-stricken industries and regions .
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Angela Merkel says she expects 'very difficult negotiations'
The German Chancellor suggested member states are still hugely divided in their quest to reach an agreement over the bloc’s next long-term budget and coronavirus recovery fund. Ahead of the crunch European Council summit, Mrs Merkel said: “There have been many preparations and we are in a completely different situation that was the case in February, which is why we are entering these negotiations in good spirits. But I have to say that the differences are still very big therefore I can’t say just yet whether we will come to an agreement this time.
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“It would be desirable, however, we have to see the reality and it takes great willingness to compromise.” Meeting for the first time since the pandemic exploded across the Continent, EU leaders will discuss proposals for a €1.074 trillion seven-year budget and a €750 billion recovery fund for the worst-hit regions and industries. French President Emmanuel Macron, who worked alongside Mrs Merkel to propose the bailout, warned the EU’s future is at stake at the gathering. He said: “It’s an ambitious moment for Europe, we are living a crisis without precedents in the health, social and economic areas, which requires more solidarity and ambition.
German Chancellor Angela Merkel
“France and Germany have come up with an agreement. It was the base of the Commission’s proposal for the reactivation plan. “And the next few hours are decisive to make this ambition possible and get everyone to commit so the plan and the budget can allow the social, economic and environmental reactivation of Europe. “The European project is at stake here. I am confident, but prudent. We will do everything we can to find an agreement.”
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French President Emmanuel Macron
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said: “The risk couldn’t be greater today, but so are the opportunities. “A lot is at stake, if Europe does it right then we can emerge from this crisis more strongly. “Every necessary part of the negotiations are on the table and an agreement is possible and the people in Europe also expect a solution from us because it is their jobs which are at risk. MUST READ: Von der Leyen warns leaders risk jobs crisis by rejecting her plans
Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte
“They are still facing the risk of the virus and we will have to learn to live with the virus, the entire world is watching Europe to see if we are able to rise together and to overcome this economic crisis caused by coronavirus.” But the summit threatens being scuppered by the Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte. The Netherlands has called for countries receiving EU aid to agree to reforms in their labour markets and pensions systems before being allowed access to the cash being made available from pandemic-stricken industries and regions. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--Macron panic: French president admits future of EU at stake as divided leaders clash

The French President claimed the Brussels project is at stake when his colleagues discuss the next long-term budget and coronavirus recovery fund .
Ahead of the European Council summit in Brussels , Mr Macron said : “ It ’ s an ambitious moment for Europe , we are living a crisis without precedents in the health , social and economic areas , which requires more solidarity and ambition .
France and Germany have come up with an agreement .
It was the base of the Commission ’ s proposal for the reactivation plan .
“ And the next few hours @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and get everyone to commit so the plan and the budget can allow the social , economic and environmental reactivation of Europe .
“ The European project is at stake here .
I am confident , but prudent .
We will do everything we can to find an agreement.
” Meeting for the first time since the pandemic exploded across the Continent , EU leaders will discuss proposals for a €1.074 trillion seven-year budget and a €750 billion recovery fund for the worst-hit regions and industries .
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in order to reach an agreement .
The veteran leader also warned her colleagues they must compromise from their hardline positions .
She said : “ There have been many preparations and we are in a completely different situation that was the case in February , which is why we are entering these negotiations in good spirits .
“ But I have to say that the differences are still very big therefore I can ’ t say just yet whether we will come to an agreement this time .
“ It would be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see the reality and it takes great willingness to compromise.
” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said : “ The risk couldn ’ t be greater today , but so are the opportunities .
MUST READ : Furious EU leader tears into Brussels plan to triple rebates “ A lot is at stake , if Europe does it right then we can emerge from this crisis more strongly .
“ Every necessary part of the negotiations are on the table and an agreement is possible and the people in Europe also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is their jobs which are at risk .
“ They are still facing the risk of the virus and we will have to learn to live with the virus , the entire world is watching Europe to see if we are able to rise together and to overcome this economic crisis caused by coronavirus.
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Emmanuel Macron says EU project is 'at stake' at summit
The French President claimed the Brussels project is at stake when his colleagues discuss the next long-term budget and coronavirus recovery fund. Ahead of the European Council summit in Brussels, Mr Macron said: “It’s an ambitious moment for Europe, we are living a crisis without precedents in the health, social and economic areas, which requires more solidarity and ambition. France and Germany have come up with an agreement. It was the base of the Commission’s proposal for the reactivation plan.
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“And the next few hours are decisive to make this ambition possible and get everyone to commit so the plan and the budget can allow the social, economic and environmental reactivation of Europe. “The European project is at stake here. I am confident, but prudent. We will do everything we can to find an agreement.” Meeting for the first time since the pandemic exploded across the Continent, EU leaders will discuss proposals for a €1.074 trillion seven-year budget and a €750 billion recovery fund for the worst-hit regions and industries.
French President Emmanuel Macron arrives at EU summit in Brussels
German Chancellor Angela Merkel
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said the bloc still has vast differences to overcome in order to reach an agreement. The veteran leader also warned her colleagues they must compromise from their hardline positions. She said: “There have been many preparations and we are in a completely different situation that was the case in February, which is why we are entering these negotiations in good spirits.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
“But I have to say that the differences are still very big therefore I can’t say just yet whether we will come to an agreement this time. “It would be desirable, however, we have to see the reality and it takes great willingness to compromise.” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said: “The risk couldn’t be greater today, but so are the opportunities. MUST READ: Furious EU leader tears into Brussels plan to triple rebates
Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte
“A lot is at stake, if Europe does it right then we can emerge from this crisis more strongly. “Every necessary part of the negotiations are on the table and an agreement is possible and the people in Europe also expect a solution from us because it is their jobs which are at risk. “They are still facing the risk of the virus and we will have to learn to live with the virus, the entire world is watching Europe to see if we are able to rise together and to overcome this economic crisis caused by coronavirus.” DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--Boris Johnson speech: What time will press conference be today?

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Today , the PM will @ @ @ @ @ UK will be adopting over the coming months to prevent a second wave of infections @ @ @ @ @ Mr Johnson will issue an update on getting Britain back to work .
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Boris Johnson confirms £3bn NHS funding to ‘plan for the worst’
During the lockdown, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has regularly provided updates to the nation about coronavirus. Today, the PM will be outlining the measures the UK will be adopting over the coming months to prevent a second wave of infections. It is also believed Mr Johnson will issue an update on getting Britain back to work.
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What will Boris Johnson announce today? Mr Johnson is expected to announce an extra £3billion in funding for the NHS at today’s press conference. The allocation will help the NHS to prepare for a potential second wave of infections over the coming months. A Downing Street spokesman said: "Thanks to the hard work and sacrifices of the British people, the virus is under control and we have eased restrictions in a cautious, phased way. READ MORE: Boris Johnson ordered to send UK 'back to workplace' to save business
Boris Johnson speech: What time will press conference be today?
Boris Johnson speech: The PM will hold a press conference on Friday, July 17, Downing Street has confirmed
READ MORE Coronavirus map LIVE: Experts break cover to expose REAL death toll "But the Prime Minister is clear that now is not the time for complacency, and we must make sure our NHS is battle ready for winter. "He will set out a broad package of measures to protect against both a possible second wave and to ease winter pressures and keep the public safe." The spokesman added the immediate funding for England was new and not previously allocated, and funding will soon be outlined for the devolved nations. Today Mr Johnson is also expected to announce an ambitious new target of 500,000 COVID-19 tests a day by November.
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Boris Johnson speech: Boris Johnson will be joined on Friday by the chief of NHS Test and Trace Baroness Dido Harding
With the aim of getting the UK slowly back to normality over the coming months, Mr Johnson is also expected to outline a number of changes to working guidelines. For the last few months, the Government has urged people to work from home where possible to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. People have also been urged to avoid public transport wherever possible. But today Mr Johnson is expected to announce an update to the Government’s stance on home working. DON'T MISS:
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--Dominic Raab: Russians leaked files to Corbyn during the general election

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Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said the document was likely to have been spread around social media by shady Russian `` actors '' .
He did not link the appearance of the leaked dossier on the Reddit website to the Kremlin but hit out at `` unacceptable '' interference in Britain 's election process and threatened to respond with `` appropriate measures '' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the time , seized on the 450-page dossier about UK-US trade negotiations to try to boost his bid to grab the keys to Downing Street .
He claimed the papers confirmed a trade deal agreed by Boris Johnson and US President Donald Trump would destroy the NHS if the Tories won at the polls .
Mr Raab yesterday revealed a government election security cell , set up to monitor the 2019 campaign , had identified internet meddling .
In a written statement to MPs , he said : `` On the basis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ concluded that it is almost certain that Russian actors sought to interfere in the 2019 general election through the online amplification of illicitly acquired and leaked government documents .
`` Sensitive government documents relating to the UK-US Free Trade Agreement were illicitly acquired before the 2019 general election and disseminated online via the social media platform Reddit .
`` When these gained no traction , further attempts were made to promote the illicitly acquired material online in the run-up to the general election .

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said the document was likely to have been spread around social media by shady Russian "actors". He did not link the appearance of the leaked dossier on the Reddit website to the Kremlin but hit out at "unacceptable" interference in Britain's election process and threatened to respond with "appropriate measures". Mr Corbyn, who was Labour leader at the time, seized on the 450-page dossier about UK-US trade negotiations to try to boost his bid to grab the keys to Downing Street.
He claimed the papers confirmed a trade deal agreed by Boris Johnson and US President Donald Trump would destroy the NHS if the Tories won at the polls.
Mr Raab yesterday revealed a government election security cell, set up to monitor the 2019 campaign, had identified internet meddling. In a written statement to MPs, he said: "On the basis of extensive analysis, the Government has concluded that it is almost certain that Russian actors sought to interfere in the 2019 general election through the online amplification of illicitly acquired and leaked government documents.
"Sensitive government documents relating to the UK-US Free Trade Agreement were illicitly acquired before the 2019 general election and disseminated online via the social media platform Reddit.
"When these gained no traction, further attempts were made to promote the illicitly acquired material online in the run-up to the general election.


thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--BBC under fire AGAIN over news reporter’s anti-Tory social media posts

Community Affairs Correspondent Rianna Croxford , who joined the BBC in 2018 , shared the overtly political messages on Twitter the previous year .
In recent months the corporation has faced scrutiny over some of its journalists ’ apparent political bias displayed in their social media interactions .
In 2017 posts , Ms Croxford , who was at the forefront of the BBC 's coverage of the coronavirus crisis , criticised Labour MPs for resigning and “ slating the party in the process ” .
In a separate post , she seemed to celebrate “ major Labour gains ” in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unbelievable ” .
Ms Croxford ’ s social media posts were made public on the Guido Fawkes news website .
In one tweet from May 2017 , she wrote : “ Boris Johnson on # mayvscorbyn tonight was an embarrassment – ca n't believe he 's our foreign secretary.
” The following month she tweeted : “ Oh Jeremy Corbyn has been chanted at the end of every May Ball this week.
” In August 2017 , she shared an article by Left-wing columnist Owen Jones titled “ Please , Theresa , sack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clowns ” .
In June that year she wrote : “ Why blame the Tory spin advisers ?
“ No amount of spin would have saved their dire manifesto policies : Dementia tax , fox-hunting , unpaid leave.
” READ MORE : One royal encounter Prince Philip will be very sad to miss Andrew Rosindell , Conservative MP for Romford , said when someone has made such “ blatant political points ” , it was very hard for “ people not of that political view ” to have trust .
He added that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that are more neutral in their politics ” to gain respect and trust .
The BBC recently hired former executive Richard Sambrook to audit its neutrality on social media .
But it was revealed that Mr Sambrook , former director of global news at the corporation , had also expressed biased views on social media .
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” The BBC was forced to apologise recently after Newnight presenter Emily Maitlis delivered a scathing commentary of the Government 's performance over Dominic Cummings ' lockdown actions .
Ms Maitlis said : “ Dominic Cummings broke the rules , the country can see that , and it ’ s shocking the Government can not .

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Community Affairs Correspondent Rianna Croxford, who joined the BBC in 2018, shared the overtly political messages on Twitter the previous year. In recent months the corporation has faced scrutiny over some of its journalists’ apparent political bias displayed in their social media interactions.
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In 2017 posts, Ms Croxford, who was at the forefront of the BBC's coverage of the coronavirus crisis, criticised Labour MPs for resigning and “slating the party in the process”.
In a separate post, she seemed to celebrate “major Labour gains” in that year's election calling them “unbelievable”.
Ms Croxford’s social media posts were made public on the Guido Fawkes news website.
In one tweet from May 2017, she wrote: “Boris Johnson on #mayvscorbyn tonight was an embarrassment – can't believe he's our foreign secretary.”
BBC under fire again over news reporter’s anti-Tory social media posts
The following month she tweeted: “Oh Jeremy Corbyn has been chanted at the end of every May Ball this week.”
In August 2017, she shared an article by Left-wing columnist Owen Jones titled “Please, Theresa, sack Boris Johnson. Britain needs leaders not clowns”.
In June that year she wrote: “Why blame the Tory spin advisers?
“No amount of spin would have saved their dire manifesto policies: Dementia tax, fox-hunting, unpaid leave.” READ MORE: One royal encounter Prince Philip will be very sad to miss
Community Affairs Correspondent Rianna Croxford, who joined the BBC in 2018, shared the overtly political messages on Twitter the previous year
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Andrew Rosindell, Conservative MP for Romford, said when someone has made such “blatant political points”, it was very hard for “people not of that political view” to have trust.
He added that the BBC needed to “pick people that are more neutral in their politics” to gain respect and trust.
The BBC recently hired former executive Richard Sambrook to audit its neutrality on social media.
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The BBC was forced to apologise recently after Newnight presenter Emily Maitlis delivered a scathing commentary of Dominic Cummings' lockdown actions
A BBC spokeswoman said: “Rianna is a talented, award-winning journalist who has provided invaluable reporting throughout the coronavirus crisis. "Once people are BBC employees, they are bound by the BBC’s editorial rules of impartiality, but any opinions they’ve expressed before working for the BBC, in this case when they were at university, are completely irrelevant.” The BBC was forced to apologise recently after Newnight presenter Emily Maitlis delivered a scathing commentary of the Government's performance over Dominic Cummings' lockdown actions. Ms Maitlis said: “Dominic Cummings broke the rules, the country can see that, and it’s shocking the Government cannot.
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-18--Sturgeon crisis: Scottish GDP plummets up to 90 percent amid crippling coronavirus

Scottish Government figures released today show that GDP for the end of May was down by almost a quarter compared to the period prior to lockdown .
Performance was 22.1 percent below the level for February although the economy grew by 1.5 percent in real terms .
In the hardest hit sector , accommodation and food services , output plunged by almost 90 percent over three months to May .
Alongside the 89.8 percent slump in the accommodation and food services , arts , culture and recreation saw a drop of 54.3 percent over the three months to May .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ March and April , the statistics show , although the results for May were `` more mixed '' .
In the construction sector , total output is estimated to have increased by 8.2 percent in May , after a drop of 40.1 percent in April .
Released today , the Scottish government report , said : `` Some parts of the economy are estimated to have seen a pick-up in activity as firms and consumers adapted to physical distancing requirements , including some people returning to work .
`` This can be seen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and in retail and wholesale and transport services .
`` However , many of the other industries across the services sector experienced further falls in output or remained unchanged at low levels due to the ongoing lockdown and wider impacts on activity . ''
Dr Liz Cameron , Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce , told Express.co.uk : “ The GDP stats for the month of May from the Scottish Government show a modest rise in economic activity .
READ MORE : SNP sparks confusion over claim Scotland will receive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pre lockdown figures clearly demonstrate the harsh reality facing companies across Scotland who are faced with the challenge of stimulating demand and managing new ways of operating .
“ The Scottish & UK Government must work with business to accelerate investment to stimulate demand and protect jobs as well as providing long-term targeted support for the most affected sectors.
’ ’ At the same time , additional figures released showed that Scotland ’ s latest overall unemployment rate was now 4.3 percent .
The Government 's latest labour market figures show that the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fell by 47,000 between March and May , while total unemployment rose by 15,000 to stand at 120,000 .
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Nicola Sturgeon hints at future bid to be UK PM [ JUST IN ] Ally urges Sturgeon to stand down SNP in next Scottish election [ INSIGHT ] Responding to the figures , Scottish Economy Secretary Fiona Hyslop warned that the country was facing its worst unemployment crisis since the Eighties @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ We are facing unemployment on a scale not seen since the 1980s and are ready to rise to this challenge.
” Meanwhile , Scottish Labour has called for guaranteed jobs for all women after the figures also revealed five percent less women were in work than men .
Leader Richard Leonard wants the Scottish Government to implement a jobs guarantee similar to the scheme for young people announced as part of a £50 million funding package for youth employment , with a particular focus on getting women back to work .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in unemployment among women in Scotland is truly alarming , but the SNP do n't seem to realise just how serious this is .
`` Unless the Scottish Government sets up a quality jobs guarantee scheme which includes targeted support for women as well as young people , the progress we have made in narrowing the gap between men and women in the workplace will be set back decades . ''
Colin Borland , head of devolved nations at the Federation of Small Businesses , was shocked at the figures stressing they were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ We ’ ve already seen one in ten of our members forced to make redundancies , with many more expecting to do so in the weeks ahead .

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Scottish Government figures released today show that GDP for the end of May was down by almost a quarter compared to the period prior to lockdown. Performance was 22.1 percent below the level for February although the economy grew by 1.5 percent in real terms.
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In the hardest hit sector, accommodation and food services, output plunged by almost 90 percent over three months to May. Alongside the 89.8 percent slump in the accommodation and food services, arts, culture and recreation saw a drop of 54.3 percent over the three months to May. Output fell in nearly every industry in March and April, the statistics show, although the results for May were "more mixed". In the construction sector, total output is estimated to have increased by 8.2 percent in May, after a drop of 40.1 percent in April.
The Scottish Government released figures today
GDP has fallen 22.3 percent since February
Released today, the Scottish government report, said: "Some parts of the economy are estimated to have seen a pick-up in activity as firms and consumers adapted to physical distancing requirements, including some people returning to work. "This can be seen in the manufacturing and wider production sectors, and in retail and wholesale and transport services. "However, many of the other industries across the services sector experienced further falls in output or remained unchanged at low levels due to the ongoing lockdown and wider impacts on activity." Dr Liz Cameron, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, told Express.co.uk: “The GDP stats for the month of May from the Scottish Government show a modest rise in economic activity. READ MORE: SNP sparks confusion over claim Scotland will receive £21m
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Hospitality GDP fell by 90 percent, the figures also revealed
“However, the disparity with pre lockdown figures clearly demonstrate the harsh reality facing companies across Scotland who are faced with the challenge of stimulating demand and managing new ways of operating. “The Scottish & UK Government must work with business to accelerate investment to stimulate demand and protect jobs as well as providing long-term targeted support for the most affected sectors.’’ At the same time, additional figures released showed that Scotland’s latest overall unemployment rate was now 4.3 percent. The Government's latest labour market figures show that the number of people in work in Scotland fell by 47,000 between March and May, while total unemployment rose by 15,000 to stand at 120,000. DON'T MISS:
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Scottish Finance Secretary Kate Forbes said that Scotland needed more Westminster funding
Responding to the figures, Scottish Economy Secretary Fiona Hyslop warned that the country was facing its worst unemployment crisis since the Eighties. Addressing MSPs, Ms Hyslop said: “We are facing unemployment on a scale not seen since the 1980s and are ready to rise to this challenge.” Meanwhile, Scottish Labour has called for guaranteed jobs for all women after the figures also revealed five percent less women were in work than men. Leader Richard Leonard wants the Scottish Government to implement a jobs guarantee similar to the scheme for young people announced as part of a £50 million funding package for youth employment, with a particular focus on getting women back to work.
The majority of the Scottish economy has now restarted this week
Mr Leonard said: "The rise in unemployment among women in Scotland is truly alarming, but the SNP don't seem to realise just how serious this is. "Unless the Scottish Government sets up a quality jobs guarantee scheme which includes targeted support for women as well as young people, the progress we have made in narrowing the gap between men and women in the workplace will be set back decades." Colin Borland, head of devolved nations at the Federation of Small Businesses, was shocked at the figures stressing they were likely to further deteriorate. He added: “We’ve already seen one in ten of our members forced to make redundancies, with many more expecting to do so in the weeks ahead.
Pubs and coffee shops in Scotland also reopened on July 15th


thedailyexpress--2020-07-18--Brexit breakthrough: Frost hopes to overcome 'significant differences' in London showdown

David Frost is understood to be eyeing his first breakthrough in the future relationship negotiations after holding talks with his EU counterpart Michel Barnier in Brussels .
The pair agreed to put added emphasis on Britain ’ s future security pact with the EU as a potential landing zone for an agreement emerged .
The two sides will hold four separate sessions on “ law enforcement and judicial cooperation ” as the Capital hosts its first ever round of negotiations with Brussels .
As part of the four-day talks , UK and EU officials will also discuss the bloc ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Britain ’ s fishing grounds .
Mr Frost will host Mr Barnier for dinner on Monday evening to officially open the fifth negotiating round , which is schedule to run until next Thursday .
Informal broke up in the Belgian capital this week on Thursday with both sides committed to ending the deadlock .
A UK Government spokesman said : “ Intensified discussions with the EU are ongoing .
These continue to be constructive and useful , although significant differences still remain between us on a number of important issues .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find an early understanding on the principles underlying an agreement out of the intensified process , and we look forward to the upcoming talks.
” Brussels has showed it is ready to compromise on its demands over fishing rights and a role for the European Court of Justice in policing the future relationship .
The bloc could also drop its call for Britain to domestically enforce the European Convention on Human Rights as the price for an agreement on intelligence sharing and extradition .
It comes amid renewed pressure for the EU to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trade deal by the end of the month .
Mr Johnson personally urged Mr Barnier , the EU ’ s chief Brexit negotiator , to deliver a timely agreement during a recent round of talks at Downing Street .
MUST READ : David Frost tipped to ‘ secure arc of interest ’ in new overseas role But European sources have suggested the Prime Minister is attempting to rewrite the Political Declaration with more favourable terms for Britain .
The bloc ’ s negotiators have avoided any talk of a new joint document that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moment in securing progress in the talks before August .
Mr Johnson has been adamant Britain would walk away from the EU on world trade terms if Brussels drags its feet until the Autumn .
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David Frost is understood to be eyeing his first breakthrough in the future relationship negotiations after holding talks with his EU counterpart Michel Barnier in Brussels. The pair agreed to put added emphasis on Britain’s future security pact with the EU as a potential landing zone for an agreement emerged. The two sides will hold four separate sessions on “law enforcement and judicial cooperation” as the Capital hosts its first ever round of negotiations with Brussels.
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As part of the four-day talks, UK and EU officials will also discuss the bloc’s demands for regulatory level-playing and access to Britain’s fishing grounds. Mr Frost will host Mr Barnier for dinner on Monday evening to officially open the fifth negotiating round, which is schedule to run until next Thursday. Informal broke up in the Belgian capital this week on Thursday with both sides committed to ending the deadlock.
David Frost is hoping to overcome significant differences when Brexit talks are held in London
David Frost is Boris Johnson's chief negotiator with the EU
A UK Government spokesman said: “Intensified discussions with the EU are ongoing. These continue to be constructive and useful, although significant differences still remain between us on a number of important issues. “We remain committed to working hard to find an early understanding on the principles underlying an agreement out of the intensified process, and we look forward to the upcoming talks.” Brussels has showed it is ready to compromise on its demands over fishing rights and a role for the European Court of Justice in policing the future relationship.
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Michel Barnier is the EU's chief Brexit negotiator
The bloc could also drop its call for Britain to domestically enforce the European Convention on Human Rights as the price for an agreement on intelligence sharing and extradition. It comes amid renewed pressure for the EU to agree an “outline” for the trade deal by the end of the month. Mr Johnson personally urged Mr Barnier, the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator, to deliver a timely agreement during a recent round of talks at Downing Street. MUST READ: David Frost tipped to ‘secure arc of interest’ in new overseas role
Michel Barnier and David Frost in No.10
But European sources have suggested the Prime Minister is attempting to rewrite the Political Declaration with more favourable terms for Britain. The bloc’s negotiators have avoided any talk of a new joint document that could act as No10’s breakthrough moment in securing progress in the talks before August. Mr Johnson has been adamant Britain would walk away from the EU on world trade terms if Brussels drags its feet until the Autumn. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-07-18--Brexit LIVE: WTO takeover shock as Brexiteer outlines top job plans

The UK has been a member of the WTO since it was founded in 1995 , but has only sat as an independent member since leaving the EU back in January .
When asked whether he thought it was premateure to expect a UK nominee to lead the body , Mr Fox hit back claiming the UK have had experience working with European partner .
He said : `` I say that 's wrong .
`` We have long experience working with European partners and outside on a range of global issues .
He added : “ When it comes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in to the country , then of course at Calais it will be the case that the French authorities will be seeking to check export declarations . ''
Britain will formally leave the European Union following the end of the year .
The UK is set to embark of a new trading relationship with the EU after leaving the single market and customs union .
David Frost is understood to be eyeing his first breakthrough in the future relationship negotiations after holding talks with his EU counterpart Michel Barnier in Brussels .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Britain ’ s future security pact with the EU as a potential landing zone for an agreement emerged .
The two sides will hold four separate sessions on “ law enforcement and judicial cooperation ” as the Capital hosts its first ever round of negotiations with Brussels .
6pm update : Alok Sharma says seamless trade is vital for the economy As Brexit negotiations continue , concerns over border control in Northern Ireland continues to dominate headlines and discussions .
Now Secretary of State for Business , Energy and Industrial Strategy , Alok @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sure trade continues to flow between all four nations of the UK .
Tweeting an article to his latest column in the Belfast Telegraph , Mr Sharma said : `` Seamless trade is vital for our economy , boosting business , supporting jobs , and ensuring consumers get the best deal .
`` Our Internal Market plans will make sure it ’ s business as usual , with trade continuing to flow between all four nations of the UK . ''
4.30pm update : Liam Fox sets out masterplan to UK to lead @ @ @ @ @ @ @ WTO job The Brexiteer argued not every country `` sees every issuye through the Brexit prism '' as he eyes becoming the first British boss of the World Trade Organisation .
Asked whether ongoing trade talks between the UK and EU would prove an advantage or obstacle to his bid , he replied : `` Very fortunately , not everyone in the world sees every issue through the Brexit prism . ''
`` If I were to be elected the director-general ... Britain would be one of 164 countries that would be looked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In which case , the discussion between the United Kingdom and the European Union on Brexit would be a matter for those two parties . ''
3.10pm update : Nick Clegg 's 2016 comments suggest Michel Barnier is keen for Britain to fail Brexit negotiations have stalled in recent months over two key issues – fisheries and regulatory alignment .
Mr Johnson wants to fulfil a Leave campaign promise that the UK will take back control of its waters post-Brexit .
Mr Barnier has warned Mr Johnson he can not secure access to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK waters .
One reason Mr Barnier may be holding firm in talks is his apparent eagerness to get the upper hand on the UK – as Nick Clegg 's comments in 2016 suggest .
The former Liberal Democrat leader said of him : “ He is no friend of the City of London . ''
1.30pm update : Officials from Japan set to hold Brexit trade talks in London next month Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi is set to visit the UK next month to discuss a post-Brexit trade deal , according @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Prime Minister Mark Rutte has does not think an agreement will be reached among the EU27 for a coronavirus recovery fund .
In an interview with Dutch broadcaster NOS in Brussels , he said : “ I 'm not optimistic , but you never know.
” 12.15am update : Brexit negotiator Frost could be set for influential foreign policy role Brexit negotiator David Frost could change the traditional role of a National Security Advisor and become the `` Dominic Cummings '' of Britain 's foreign policy , according to Tory MP Tobias Ellwood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chair of the Commons Defence Select Committee , said : “ I fear though , with Dominic Cummings , he is a domestic revolutionist and he has less interest in what goes on beyond Dover .
“ We need another version of him because obviously the Prime Minister relies on him incredibly , we need somebody like him – maybe David Frost – the new National Security Advisor – to bring on the arc of interest which is the international interest .
“ Dominic Cummings is immensely powerful , that concerns some cabinet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ focus in allowing one individual to yield so much influence .
“ But that is the choice of the Prime Minister , he can take that approach if he wants to , my concern though is less to do with the individual , but more to do with the perception that Britain is less interested in international affairs than we previously were.
” READ MORE Boris Johnson 's masterstroke : David Frost tipped to ‘ secure arc of interest ’ in new role 11.15am update : Italy set to push for exit from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ follow the UK and quit the European Union , as `` Italy 's Nigel Farage '' vows to ramp up campaigning and force a vote , plunging the bloc into crisis .
Gianluigi Paragone , a former senator for the anti-establishment 5Star Movement has announced the launch of a single-issue party , much like the Brexit Party , to push for Italy ’ s departure from the EU .
READ MORE : Italexit closer than ever !
Italy 's 'Nigel Farage ' warns Rome better off before EU project 10.30am update : Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Johnson ’ s new law with OWN EU rules Wesminster and Holyrood are set for an extraordinary Brexit battle after Nicola Sturgeon ’ s government threatened to defy a major post-Brexit law with their very own legislation .
The SNP has warned they are prepared to take the UK Government all the way to the Supreme Court over plans to give Westminster the power to set food and environmental standards after Brexit .
Michael Russell , SNP cabinet secretary for constitutional affairs , said Holyrood will plough ahead with proposals for its own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ power to force Scotland to accept new standards on food , environmental , animal welfare and state aid .
Mr Russell said : “ The Scottish Government now intends to publish a full rebuttal of these proposals and then debate that document in the Scottish Parliament – and we will recommend that the Parliament refuses to give the legislative consent which it will need .
“ We will also now review our work on joint frameworks given the negative impact these proposals will have on them , and furthermore we will seek alignment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bill which we intend to have on the statute book by the end of the year .
“ We will actively oppose the UK Government ’ s proposals at every opportunity , including at every legislative stage , and pursue every avenue to challenge the Bill should it pass – no one should be in any doubt about our determination to defend the powers of the Scottish Parliament and the founding principles of devolution.
” 10.00am update : Tory MP condemns SNP plans to reject internal trade in UK – ‘ will cost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has hit out at SNP plans to block Boris Johnson ’ s plan to create in internal market within the UK to allow goods to trade freely without barriers beyond Brexit .
Mr Tugendhat wrote on Twitter : “ Putting barriers to trade in the UK will cost us all .
“ Separating business from customers they ’ re already hurting the tourism sector , not content with damaging hotels and restaurants in pursuit of separation , they ’ re turning on others too.
” This week Downing Street published a 106-page white @ @ @ @ @ @ @ four nations after Brexit .
9.25am update : Czech PM hits out at plans to triple rebates in EU fund after the UK leaves bloc Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis has hit out at the EU ’ s plan to triple rebates in the proposed recovery fund plan .
The Czech Prime Minister said the funds were increased to 14.5bn euros following the UK ’ s exit from the EU but they are now 45bn euros .
In Brussels , he said : `` Before the pandemic , we were criticising these rebate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the UK and the UK has left .
`` Originally these rebates were 14.5bn euros and now they are 45bn euros .
Why are we increasing ?
They are not fair.
” Brexit talks in Brussels between UK negotiator David Frost and Michel Barnier have clashed with an EU summit as leaders also gather in the Belgian capital to discuss bloc 's long-term budget and an economic recovery fund .
European Council President Charles Michel has put forward a compromise package worth more than €1.82 trillion .
He said : “ We have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this summit .
“ Even if it is difficult , I am convinced that with political courage it is possible to reach an agreement .
”


thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--SNP sparks confusion over claim Scotland will receive only 0.1% of £30bn UK COVID budget

Speaking in Holyrood , she said : “ The Chancellor ’ s announcement of support for the economy and jobs yesterday resulted in just £21 million in consequentials for the Scottish government .
“ Despite the Chancellor announcing measures worth up to £30billion yesterday , most of it bypasses devolution and does not provide the Scottish Government with the funding that we need.
” But critics have immediately disputed these claims calling Ms Forbes comments “ misleading and inaccurate ” .
Kevin Hauge , chairman of These Islands , a Unionist form originally called Ms Forbes claims “ lies ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a post , Mr Hauge stressed that Ms Forbes claims were “ intended to stoke grievance by implying that Scotland is only seeing 0.1 percent of the £30bn ” .
He added : “ That in itself is at best pretty disappointing , at worst downright outrageous .
“ But even if we grant her the semantic benefit of the doubt - if we assume she was expecting her followers to interpret this as an issue of control of spending rather than the absolute amount of support the Scottish economy is receiving - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ The Barnett Consequentials resulting from the figures announced yesterday will clearly be greater than she claims and she divides this wrong figure by the wrong figure any way to get to her 0.1 percent claim .
READ MORE : Sturgeon humiliated as 'lifetime independence dream ' has 'eluded ' SNP “ This is the sort of behaviour that gives people like me headaches.
” David Phillips , IFS think tank associate director , said it is “ unusual ” to only focus on schemes first announced on Wednesday stressing that it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ When asked whether the Scottish Government would receive just £21m as a result of the Plan for Jobs as the Scottish Finance Minister has claimed , I said that I couldn ’ t see how you would arrive at such a number given the schemes just mentioned , as well as the stamp duty holiday for England and Northern Ireland .
It would get much more .
“ In a big-picture sense , this is correct : the Scottish Government will get far more than £21m .
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“ Exactly how much is not yet clear – it will depend on updated forecasts and ultimately out-turns for stamp duty revenues in England and Northern Ireland .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ OBR this week suggest it could amount to around £120m spread over this year and next.
” Another economic think tank , the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde , published an analysis on the impact of the Chancellor ’ s statement on the Scottish budget .
It said : “ As usual , politicians are ‘ technically ’ correct in the lines that they have used .
“ But the failure to provide clarity and the overall picture leads to confusion.
” A spokesman for the Treasury said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ only received £21m is completely misleading .
“ Following the Summer Economic Update , the Scottish Government has received an additional £800 million , taking the total to £4.6 billion through the Barnett formula since March .

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Ms Forbes said Scotland had received £21 million in Barnett consequentials out of £800million promised by Chancellor Rishi Sunak to Scotland. She hit out that Scotland had been “shortchanged”, claiming the move “bypasses devolution”.
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Speaking in Holyrood, she said: “The Chancellor’s announcement of support for the economy and jobs yesterday resulted in just £21 million in consequentials for the Scottish government. “Despite the Chancellor announcing measures worth up to £30billion yesterday, most of it bypasses devolution and does not provide the Scottish Government with the funding that we need.” But critics have immediately disputed these claims calling Ms Forbes comments “misleading and inaccurate”. Kevin Hague, chairman of These Islands, a Unionist form originally called Ms Forbes claims “lies” but quickly apologised.
Kate Forbes said Scotland was just getting £21 million from Rishi Sunak
Scottish Finance Secretary Kate Forbes MSP
However, in a post, Mr Hague stressed that Ms Forbes claims were “intended to stoke grievance by implying that Scotland is only seeing 0.1 percent of the £30bn”. He added: “That in itself is at best pretty disappointing, at worst downright outrageous. “But even if we grant her the semantic benefit of the doubt - if we assume she was expecting her followers to interpret this as an issue of control of spending rather than the absolute amount of support the Scottish economy is receiving - the figures she quotes make no sense. “The Barnett Consequentials resulting from the figures announced yesterday will clearly be greater than she claims and she divides this wrong figure by the wrong figure any way to get to her 0.1 percent claim. READ MORE: Sturgeon humiliated as 'lifetime independence dream' has 'eluded' SNP
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Kate Forbes tweet sparked confusion
“This is the sort of behaviour that gives people like me headaches.” David Phillips, IFS think tank associate director, said it is “unusual” to only focus on schemes first announced on Wednesday stressing that it causes confusion. He said: “When asked whether the Scottish Government would receive just £21m as a result of the Plan for Jobs as the Scottish Finance Minister has claimed, I said that I couldn’t see how you would arrive at such a number given the schemes just mentioned, as well as the stamp duty holiday for England and Northern Ireland. It would get much more. “In a big-picture sense, this is correct: the Scottish Government will get far more than £21m. DON'T MISS:
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“Because stamp duty is devolved to Scotland it will get much more than that to enable it to enact its own tax holiday or spend on other measures. “Exactly how much is not yet clear – it will depend on updated forecasts and ultimately out-turns for stamp duty revenues in England and Northern Ireland. “But initial estimates published by the OBR this week suggest it could amount to around £120m spread over this year and next.” Another economic think tank, the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde, published an analysis on the impact of the Chancellor’s statement on the Scottish budget.
Westminster has already given Holyrood £4.6bn due to COVID-19
It said: “As usual, politicians are ‘technically’ correct in the lines that they have used. “But the failure to provide clarity and the overall picture leads to confusion.” A spokesman for the Treasury said: “To say the Scottish Government has only received £21m is completely misleading. “Following the Summer Economic Update, the Scottish Government has received an additional £800 million, taking the total to £4.6 billion through the Barnett formula since March.
The UK government said Ms Forbes claims were misleading


thedailyexpress--2020-07-17--John Curtice dismantles SNP independence plans as polling guru issues warning to Sturgeon

Senior SNP have pointed to a dramatic surge of support for Scottish independence as proof that Scotland will inevitably break away from the UK .
Recent polling on Scottish independence puts the support for a Yes vote at a whopping 54 percent .
Sir John Curtice , a leading British polling guru , admitted that this was an unprecedented polling figure , and the highest recorded support for independence in Scottish polling history .
The leading statistics professor said Boris Johnson could come under pressure from voters if the SNP win an overall majority in the Scottish parliamentary election in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told RT that support for independence may drop from now on as `` the debate on independence becomes fully engaged '' .
He claimed the high support could be explained by the lack of public debate on independence and the political focus on the coronavirus pandemic .
Sir John warned Nicola Sturgeon that once independence becomes the focus again , economic arguments against independence may see support for her cause tumble .
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Sturgeon mocked in brutal backlash He told RT : `` We have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ six months because of the coronavirus .
`` So , once the debate becomes fully engaged , those on the unionist side will point out how the UK has been able to come to help avoid the worst of the economic damage of coronavirus .
`` We will have to wait and see how the UK performs in the economy , and that could change the independence debate . ''
Sir John continued : `` The polls at the end of last year began to show a rise in support for Scottish independence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ undoubtably Brexit , with that support coming from those who voted to remain in the EU .
`` But , the support in the last few months is different .
It has occurred across the board , and not just Remainers , and it seems largely due to the handling of the coronavirus .
`` This is the first sustained period in which support for independence has been consistently ahead in the polls , frankly in Scottish polling history . ''
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John Curtice on the 'economic impact' of Scottish independence
Senior SNP have pointed to a dramatic surge of support for Scottish independence as proof that Scotland will inevitably break away from the UK. Recent polling on Scottish independence puts the support for a Yes vote at a whopping 54 percent. Sir John Curtice, a leading British polling guru, admitted that this was an unprecedented polling figure, and the highest recorded support for independence in Scottish polling history.
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The leading statistics professor said Boris Johnson could come under pressure from voters if the SNP win an overall majority in the Scottish parliamentary election in May 2021. However, the pollster told RT that support for independence may drop from now on as "the debate on independence becomes fully engaged". He claimed the high support could be explained by the lack of public debate on independence and the political focus on the coronavirus pandemic. Sir John warned Nicola Sturgeon that once independence becomes the focus again, economic arguments against independence may see support for her cause tumble. JUST IN: 'Don't rush back!' Sturgeon mocked in brutal backlash
Recent polling on Scottish independence puts the support for a Yes vote at a whopping 54 percent
Curtice, a leading British polling guru, admitted that this was an unprecedented polling figure, and the highest recorded support for independence in Scottish polling history
He told RT: "We have not been debating independence in the last six months because of the coronavirus. "So, once the debate becomes fully engaged, those on the unionist side will point out how the UK has been able to come to help avoid the worst of the economic damage of coronavirus. "We will have to wait and see how the UK performs in the economy, and that could change the independence debate." Sir John continued: "The polls at the end of last year began to show a rise in support for Scottish independence.
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He claimed the high support could be explained by the lack of public debate on independence and the political focus on the coronavirus pandemic
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Research, carried out by Ipsos Mori, found 68 percent of Labour representatives expected Scotland to be a sovereign nation