thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--Brexit bombshell: UK 'back at the table' to 'lead fight back' against trade rule-breakers

Brexit offers the British Government the chance to renew and extend the UK 's commercial ties with the rest of the world after more than 40 years of limits , according to Liz Truss .
The International Trade Secretary insisted the UK will soon be `` back at the table '' of leading trading nations and will help regulate the `` rule-breakers . ''
Speaking at the Global Trade 2020 Conference at Chatham House , Ms Truss said : `` In a Covid-battered world driven by trade wars and trade barriers , Global Britain 's return is timely .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ voice , we 're back at the table .
`` And we can use our G7 presidency next year to lead the global fightback for free and fair trade , challenging those who wo n't play by the rules .
`` We need the British people to join us in our value-generating and value-driven trade policy . ''
She continued : `` Some will share my excitement about the opportunities ahead while others will be nervous .
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`` In turn , the best of British business excels globally , that 's why we see Yorkshire Tea sold in over 30 countries . ''
Ms Truss , who 's been leading Britain 's efforts to secure new trade agreements to roll out after the Brexit transition period ends , also hit out at critics of free trade .
The Conservative frontbencher continued : `` If so many of us can see that free @ @ @ @ @ @ @ why do some people treat it like the source of all evil ?
READ MORE : Frost rushes to Brussels TODAY for urgent talks - France sends fishing threat That question has been wrestled with through the ages .
This Government has been evangelical about the value of free trade .
`` My friend the Prime Minister led from the top in February when he reminded us that Richard Cobden came to conclude that trade was God 's diplomacy .
`` In that spirit , I urged my newly-appointed Board of Trade earlier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the world and to re-establish the UK as a major voice in global trade . ''
She also insisted Britain 's persistence has won over the backing of more and more international investors ready to put their money into UK industries .
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Brexit: Liz Truss says the UK is 'back at the table'
Brexit offers the British Government the chance to renew and extend the UK's commercial ties with the rest of the world after more than 40 years of limits, according to Liz Truss. The International Trade Secretary insisted the UK will soon be "back at the table" of leading trading nations and will help regulate the "rule-breakers." Speaking at the Global Trade 2020 Conference at Chatham House, Ms Truss said: "In a Covid-battered world driven by trade wars and trade barriers, Global Britain's return is timely.
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"After nearly 50 years without our own voice, we're back at the table. "And we can use our G7 presidency next year to lead the global fightback for free and fair trade, challenging those who won't play by the rules. "We need the British people to join us in our value-generating and value-driven trade policy." She continued: "Some will share my excitement about the opportunities ahead while others will be nervous. JUST IN: 'Labour's day of shame' Starmer forced to issue grovelling apology after damning report
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Brexit news: Truss insisted free trade is a key feature for the future of the UK
"But we all know trade and the investment it brings delivers jobs, better living standards and higher wages at home. "In turn, the best of British business excels globally, that's why we see Yorkshire Tea sold in over 30 countries." Ms Truss, who's been leading Britain's efforts to secure new trade agreements to roll out after the Brexit transition period ends, also hit out at critics of free trade. The Conservative frontbencher continued: "If so many of us can see that free trade is a force for good, why do some people treat it like the source of all evil? READ MORE: Frost rushes to Brussels TODAY for urgent talks - France sends fishing threat
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"That question has been wrestled with through the ages. This Government has been evangelical about the value of free trade. "My friend the Prime Minister led from the top in February when he reminded us that Richard Cobden came to conclude that trade was God's diplomacy. "In that spirit, I urged my newly-appointed Board of Trade earlier this month to make the case around the world and to re-establish the UK as a major voice in global trade." She also insisted Britain's persistence has won over the backing of more and more international investors ready to put their money into UK industries. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--'Labour's day of shame' Starmer forced to issue grovelling apology after damning report

Sir Keir Starmer responded to an Equality and Human Rights Commission ( EHRC ) report by declaring a `` day of shame '' for the Labour Party .
The Labour Party leader was speaking after a report into allegations of anti-Semitism in Labour found the party was `` responsible for unlawful acts of harassment and discrimination '' .
The EHRC identified `` serious failings '' in the party leadership 's attempts during Jeremy Corbyn 's tenure to tackle anti-Jewish racism .
Sir Keir responded at a press conference today : `` I found this report hard to read .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Labour Party .
We have failed Jewish people .
`` On behalf of the Labour Party I am truly sorry for all the pain and grief that has been caused . ''
He pledged to implement the EHRC 's recommendations `` as soon as possible in the New Year '' and to `` change the culture '' of the party .
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Mr Corbyn said he was `` always determined to eliminate all forms of racism '' and `` regretted it took longer to deliver that change than it should '' .
But , he rebutted the report by claiming the scale of anti-Semitism in the party had been `` dramatically overstated for political reasons '' .
Mr Corbyn 's leadership of the party was beleaguered with accusations of anti-Semitism .
The investigation found evidence of 23 instances of `` inappropriate involvement '' by Mr Corbyn 's office .
These included staff influencing decisions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ claim .
The Jewish Labour Movement said the party `` can not hide from the tough decisions needed to put this right '' .
A spokesman for the movement added : `` The blame for this sordid , disgraceful chapter in the Labour Party 's history lies firmly with those who held positions of leadership - those who possessed both power and influence to prevent the growth of anti-Jewish racism , but failed to act .
`` Never before in our collective history has the Labour Party so fundamentally strained the ties that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ British Left . ''
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Keir Starmer reacts to report on anti-Semitism in Labour Party
Sir Keir Starmer responded to an Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) report by declaring a "day of shame" for the Labour Party. The Labour Party leader was speaking after a report into allegations of anti-Semitism in Labour found the party was "responsible for unlawful acts of harassment and discrimination". The EHRC identified "serious failings" in the party leadership's attempts during Jeremy Corbyn's tenure to tackle anti-Jewish racism.
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Sir Keir responded at a press conference today: "I found this report hard to read. "It is a day of shame for the Labour Party. We have failed Jewish people. "On behalf of the Labour Party I am truly sorry for all the pain and grief that has been caused." He pledged to implement the EHRC's recommendations "as soon as possible in the New Year" and to "change the culture" of the party. JUST IN: US political map shows why Joe Biden might copy Corbyn's Labour
Sir Keir responded to the damning report at a press conference today
Starmer pledged to implement the EHRC's recommendations
Jeremy Corbyn responded to today's report by claiming his team had "acted to speed up, not hinder the process". Mr Corbyn said he was "always determined to eliminate all forms of racism" and "regretted it took longer to deliver that change than it should". But, he rebutted the report by claiming the scale of anti-Semitism in the party had been "dramatically overstated for political reasons". Mr Corbyn's leadership of the party was beleaguered with accusations of anti-Semitism. The investigation found evidence of 23 instances of "inappropriate involvement" by Mr Corbyn's office. These included staff influencing decisions on suspensions and whether to investigate a claim.
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The Jewish Labour Movement said the party "cannot hide from the tough decisions needed to put this right". A spokesman for the movement added: "The blame for this sordid, disgraceful chapter in the Labour Party's history lies firmly with those who held positions of leadership - those who possessed both power and influence to prevent the growth of anti-Jewish racism, but failed to act. "Never before in our collective history has the Labour Party so fundamentally strained the ties that have bound the Jewish community to the British Left." DON'T MISS: Buckland exposes Labour's 'party political point-scoring' in clash [INTERVIEW]
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--EU shame: MEP starts hunger strike in fury at Merkel and Macron's 'scandalous' plans

Pierre Larrouturou , a member of the Socialist & Democrats group , lashed out at Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron , demanding cuts to the bloc ’ s upcoming seven-year Multiannual Financial Framework be reversed .
The Frenchman vowed to go “ day and night , without out eating ” to highlight “ scandalous ” actions of EU leaders who shaved billions off the 2021-2027 budget package earlier this year .
Writing on social media , Mr Larrouturou said : “ To put pressure on Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron , with as many citizens as possible , I start @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is not to die but to avoid millions of deaths : that Europe gives itself the means to act for health , the climate and employment.
” He claimed the EU faces a “ triple emergency ” in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic .
“ People are not aware of this , but we are heading towards a situation where there will be almost no money for climate , for health , nothing serious for jobs , ” the French MEP added .
Mr Larrouturou called for a deal to be done @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taxation on financial services to pay for new hospitals and easing the unemployment burden .
He said : “ The only solution is to raise the EU ’ s own resources through a real tax on financial transactions , which would make it possible to pay back the coronavirus recovery plan while at the same time financing health and the climate.
” Mr Larrouturou is one of the negotiators responsible for ensuring the bloc ’ s next budget can be passed through the European Parliament .
In July , EU leaders agreed on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fund as part of an unprecedented package to help the bloc bounce back from the economic woes triggered by the health crisis .
But the European Council infuriated MEPs with decisions to slash funding in a number of areas in order to help secure the support of the so-called Frugal Four – Austria , Sweden , Denmark and the Netherlands .
Leaders also had to water down plans for a mechanism to link future funding to respect for the EU ’ s rule of law principles .
Mr Larrouturou accused the Council for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help repay the massive bills to be run up from the non-repayable grants that will be handed out to pandemic-ravaged regions and industries .
European capitals have long resisted such measures in order to retain sovereignty over their own taxation systems .
The hunger-striking MEP has challenged President Macron to a debate in a bid to unblock the impasse .
MUST READ : Macron PANIC : France could introduce second nationwide lockdown TODAY “ Those countries who say ‘ no ’ to the financial transactions tax – it means they prefer to help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Larrouturou said .
He added : “ It is very useful that there are thousands of us to challenge the European heads of state , to tell them that we know what is at stake in the coming days and that we refuse to go seven years without tax speculation.
” With a second coronavirus lockdown looming over Belgium , Mr Larrouturou has vowed to remain in an “ almost empty European Parliament ” until his demands are met .
Meanwhile representatives from the Commission , Council and Parliament will continue to discuss @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU budget .
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Macron on ‘different views’ with frugal four over EU budget talks
Pierre Larrouturou, a member of the Socialist & Democrats group, lashed out at Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron, demanding cuts to the bloc’s upcoming seven-year Multiannual Financial Framework be reversed. The Frenchman vowed to go “day and night, without out eating” to highlight “scandalous” actions of EU leaders who shaved billions off the 2021-2027 budget package earlier this year. Writing on social media, Mr Larrouturou said: “To put pressure on Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron, with as many citizens as possible, I start a hunger strike.
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“My goal is not to die but to avoid millions of deaths: that Europe gives itself the means to act for health, the climate and employment.” He claimed the EU faces a “triple emergency” in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. “People are not aware of this, but we are heading towards a situation where there will be almost no money for climate, for health, nothing serious for jobs,” the French MEP added. Mr Larrouturou called for a deal to be done to raise almost €50 billion using EU-wide taxation on financial services to pay for new hospitals and easing the unemployment burden.
Pierre Larrouturou, a French MEP, is hunger-striking against EU cuts
French MEP Pierre Larrouturou on strike in the EU Parliament
He said: “The only solution is to raise the EU’s own resources through a real tax on financial transactions, which would make it possible to pay back the coronavirus recovery plan while at the same time financing health and the climate.” Mr Larrouturou is one of the negotiators responsible for ensuring the bloc’s next budget can be passed through the European Parliament. In July, EU leaders agreed on a €1.8 trillion budget and coronavirus recovery fund as part of an unprecedented package to help the bloc bounce back from the economic woes triggered by the health crisis. But the European Council infuriated MEPs with decisions to slash funding in a number of areas in order to help secure the support of the so-called Frugal Four – Austria, Sweden, Denmark and the Netherlands.
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel
Leaders also had to water down plans for a mechanism to link future funding to respect for the EU’s rule of law principles. Mr Larrouturou accused the Council for blocking the introduction of EU-wide taxes to help repay the massive bills to be run up from the non-repayable grants that will be handed out to pandemic-ravaged regions and industries. European capitals have long resisted such measures in order to retain sovereignty over their own taxation systems. The hunger-striking MEP has challenged President Macron to a debate in a bid to unblock the impasse. MUST READ: Macron PANIC: France could introduce second nationwide lockdown TODAY
French President Emmanuel Macron
“Those countries who say ‘no’ to the financial transactions tax – it means they prefer to help traders and tax voters,” Mr Larrouturou said. He added: “It is very useful that there are thousands of us to challenge the European heads of state, to tell them that we know what is at stake in the coming days and that we refuse to go seven years without tax speculation.” With a second coronavirus lockdown looming over Belgium, Mr Larrouturou has vowed to remain in an “almost empty European Parliament” until his demands are met. Meanwhile representatives from the Commission, Council and Parliament will continue to discuss conditionality for future cash handouts from the EU budget. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--Labour anti-Semitisim crisis: Bombshell EHRC report finds party DID break law

The equalities watchdog launched its 18-month inquiry after whistleblowers claimed Labour was institutionally antisemitic in its handling of complaints and in its party structures .
This 130-page report from the EHRC found the party was responsible for unlawful acts of harassment and discrimination , with `` significant failings in the way the Labour Party has handled anti-Semitism complaints over the last four years '' .
The report found Labour was responsible for three breaches of the Equality Act ( 2010 ) relating to : political interference in complaints , failure to provide adequate training to those handling anti-Semitism cases and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of harassment , discrimination and political interference '' , but the report also noted `` a lack of leadership within the Labour Party on these issues '' , which was `` hard to reconcile with its stated commitment to a zero-tolerance approach to anti-Semitism '' .
The EHRC investigation also found evidence of `` political interference '' by then leader Jeremy Corbyn 's office in the complaints process .
The report said : `` We have concluded that this practice of political interference was unlawful .
`` The evidence shows that staff from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( LOTO ) were able to influence decisions on complaints , especially decisions on whether to suspend someone .
`` Sometimes these decisions were made because of likely press interest rather than any clear formal criteria . ''
The EHRC report also warned : `` The Labour Party must live up to this commitment and acknowledge the impact that multiple investigations and years of failing to tackle anti-Semitism has had on Jewish people . ''
The EHRC 's interim chair Caroline Waters said the investigation had identified `` inexcusable '' failures which `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lack of willingness to tackle anti-Semitism rather than an inability to do so '' .
She said : `` The Labour Party made a commitment to zero tolerance for anti-Semitism .
`` Our investigation has highlighted multiple areas where its approach and leadership to tackling anti-Semitism was insufficient .
`` This is inexcusable and appeared to be a result of a lack of willingness to tackle anti-Semitism rather than an inability to do so . ''
But former Labour leader Mr Corbyn hit back at the report , saying he does not accept @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scale of the anti-Semitism problem in Labour was `` dramatically overstated '' for political reasons .
He said in a statement posted to Facebook : `` Anti-Semitism is absolutely abhorrent , wrong and responsible for some of humanity 's greatest crimes .
As Leader of the Labour Party I was always determined to eliminate all forms of racism and root out the cancer of anti-Semitism .
`` I have campaigned in support of Jewish people and communities my entire life and I will continue to do so .
`` The EHRC 's report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 2015 , the Party 's processes for handling complaints were not fit for purpose .
Reform was then stalled by an obstructive party bureaucracy .
`` But from 2018 , Jennie Formby and a new NEC that supported my leadership made substantial improvements , making it much easier and swifter to remove anti-Semites .
My team acted to speed up , not hinder the process .
`` Anyone claiming there is no anti-Semitism in the Labour Party is wrong .
Of course there is , as there is throughout society , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think of themselves as on the left .
`` Jewish members of our party and the wider community were right to expect us to deal with it , and I regret that it took longer to deliver that change than it should .
`` One anti-Semite is one too many , but the scale of the problem was also dramatically overstated for political reasons by our opponents inside and outside the party , as well as by much of the media .
That combination hurt Jewish people and must never be repeated .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Jewish communities can be rebuilt and those fears overcome .
While I do not accept all of its findings , I trust its recommendations will be swiftly implemented to help move on from this period . ''
Current Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer described the report from the EHRC as a `` day of shame '' for the party and that he is `` truly sorry '' for the pain and grief caused .
He told a press conference : `` I found this report hard to read and it is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We have failed Jewish people , our members , our supporters and the British public .
`` And so on behalf of the Labour Party : I am truly sorry for all the pain and grief that has been caused . ''
Sir Keir added : `` When the commission was set up by the last Labour government to tackle discrimination , promote equality and protect human rights , it never occurred to me or anyone else that one day the Labour Party would be investigated for breaching the equality legislation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Worse still , that the Labour Party would be found to have committed unlawful acts under that same legislation .
`` But that 's what this report finds - both in terms of unlawful harassment through the acts of our agents , and unlawful indirect discrimination .
`` The report 's conclusions are clear and stark - they leave no room for equivocation . ''
In response to the EHRC report , the Campaign Against Anti-Semitism said : `` The debate is over .
Under Jeremy Corbyn 's leadership , the Labour @ @ @ @ @ @ @ almost half of British Jews to consider leaving the country .
`` For five miserable years , every effort to compel Labour to reform failed .
We were left with no choice but to refer the Party to the EHRC , which launched an investigation with us as complainant .
`` The EHRC 's findings and recommendations today - that Labour 's leadership and culture created an unlawful environment that discriminated against Jews - closely align with the hundreds of pages of evidence and argument that we submitted to the EHRC over many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would not be much different had we written it .
It is the dispensing of British justice that British Jews have sorely awaited , but has been denied for too long .
`` Jeremy Corbyn and those around him who took part in or enabled the gaslighting , harassment and victimisation of Britain 's Jewish minority are shamed for all time .
A statement from the group said : `` Today 's report provides Jewish Labour members with the relief that they have been seeking from the Labour Party , but which it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offer .
`` Since 2015 , we have consistently warned the Labour Party about a deepening casual culture of anti-Jewish racism , that saw Jewish Labour members and activists harassed and discriminated against .
`` Instead of listening to our growing concerns over the scale of the challenge , we were told that this racism was imagined , fabricated for factional advantage or intended to silence debate .
`` Today 's report confirms that our voices were marginalised and our members victimised .
`` As set out in forensic detail by the EHRC @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disgraceful chapter in the Labour Party 's history lies firmly with those who held positions of leadership - those who possessed both power and influence to prevent the growth of anti-Jewish racism , but failed to act . ''

Labour: EHRC anti-Semitism report says party 'did break the law'
The equalities watchdog launched its 18-month inquiry after whistleblowers claimed Labour was institutionally antisemitic in its handling of complaints and in its party structures. This 130-page report from the EHRC found the party was responsible for unlawful acts of harassment and discrimination, with "significant failings in the way the Labour Party has handled anti-Semitism complaints over the last four years". The report found Labour was responsible for three breaches of the Equality Act (2010) relating to: political interference in complaints, failure to provide adequate training to those handling anti-Semitism cases and harassment.
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There were "specific examples of harassment, discrimination and political interference", but the report also noted "a lack of leadership within the Labour Party on these issues", which was "hard to reconcile with its stated commitment to a zero-tolerance approach to anti-Semitism". The EHRC investigation also found evidence of "political interference" by then leader Jeremy Corbyn's office in the complaints process. The report said: "We have concluded that this practice of political interference was unlawful. "The evidence shows that staff from the Leader of the Opposition's Office (LOTO) were able to influence decisions on complaints, especially decisions on whether to suspend someone.
The report has savaged Labour's handling of anti-Semitism complaints under Jeremy Corbyn
"Sometimes these decisions were made because of likely press interest rather than any clear formal criteria." The EHRC report also warned: "The Labour Party must live up to this commitment and acknowledge the impact that multiple investigations and years of failing to tackle anti-Semitism has had on Jewish people." The EHRC's interim chair Caroline Waters said the investigation had identified "inexcusable" failures which "appeared to be a result of a lack of willingness to tackle anti-Semitism rather than an inability to do so". She said: "The Labour Party made a commitment to zero tolerance for anti-Semitism.
found evidence of "political interference" by then leader Jeremy Corbyn's office in the complaints process
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"Our investigation has highlighted multiple areas where its approach and leadership to tackling anti-Semitism was insufficient. "This is inexcusable and appeared to be a result of a lack of willingness to tackle anti-Semitism rather than an inability to do so." But former Labour leader Mr Corbyn hit back at the report, saying he does not accept all of the findings, adding the scale of the anti-Semitism problem in Labour was "dramatically overstated" for political reasons. He said in a statement posted to Facebook: "Anti-Semitism is absolutely abhorrent, wrong and responsible for some of humanity's greatest crimes. As Leader of the Labour Party I was always determined to eliminate all forms of racism and root out the cancer of anti-Semitism. "I have campaigned in support of Jewish people and communities my entire life and I will continue to do so. "The EHRC's report shows that when I became Labour leader in 2015, the Party's processes for handling complaints were not fit for purpose. Reform was then stalled by an obstructive party bureaucracy.
The former Labour leader does not accept all of the findings from the EHRC
"But from 2018, Jennie Formby and a new NEC that supported my leadership made substantial improvements, making it much easier and swifter to remove anti-Semites. My team acted to speed up, not hinder the process. "Anyone claiming there is no anti-Semitism in the Labour Party is wrong. Of course there is, as there is throughout society, and sometimes it is voiced by people who think of themselves as on the left. "Jewish members of our party and the wider community were right to expect us to deal with it, and I regret that it took longer to deliver that change than it should. "One anti-Semite is one too many, but the scale of the problem was also dramatically overstated for political reasons by our opponents inside and outside the party, as well as by much of the media. That combination hurt Jewish people and must never be repeated. "My sincere hope is that relations with Jewish communities can be rebuilt and those fears overcome. While I do not accept all of its findings, I trust its recommendations will be swiftly implemented to help move on from this period." Current Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer described the report from the EHRC as a "day of shame" for the party and that he is "truly sorry" for the pain and grief caused.
Keir Starmer took over from Jeremy Corbyn as Labour in April
Keir Starmer has vowed to eradicate any anti-Semitism from the Labour Party
He told a press conference: "I found this report hard to read and it is a day of shame for the Labour Party. "We have failed Jewish people, our members, our supporters and the British public. "And so on behalf of the Labour Party: I am truly sorry for all the pain and grief that has been caused." Sir Keir added: "When the commission was set up by the last Labour government to tackle discrimination, promote equality and protect human rights, it never occurred to me or anyone else that one day the Labour Party would be investigated for breaching the equality legislation that a Labour government had introduced. "Worse still, that the Labour Party would be found to have committed unlawful acts under that same legislation. "But that's what this report finds - both in terms of unlawful harassment through the acts of our agents, and unlawful indirect discrimination.
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"The report's conclusions are clear and stark - they leave no room for equivocation." In response to the EHRC report, the Campaign Against Anti-Semitism said: "The debate is over. Under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, the Labour Party became institutionally anti-Sesmitic. It drove almost half of British Jews to consider leaving the country. "For five miserable years, every effort to compel Labour to reform failed. We were left with no choice but to refer the Party to the EHRC, which launched an investigation with us as complainant. "The EHRC's findings and recommendations today - that Labour's leadership and culture created an unlawful environment that discriminated against Jews - closely align with the hundreds of pages of evidence and argument that we submitted to the EHRC over many months. "Frankly, this report would not be much different had we written it. It is the dispensing of British justice that British Jews have sorely awaited, but has been denied for too long. "Jeremy Corbyn and those around him who took part in or enabled the gaslighting, harassment and victimisation of Britain's Jewish minority are shamed for all time.
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"Those who defended and stood by them are shown to have made possible the closest flirtation that mainstream British politics has had with anti-Semitism in modern history. "Sir Keir Starmer now has a long list of reforms to make, including establishing an independent disciplinary process so that those who put Britain's Jews in fear for their future in this country can at last be held to account for their deeds. "To that end, we have submitted complaints against Jeremy Corbyn, Diane Abbott and fifteen other sitting MPs and have given Labour six months to conduct transparent investigations and finally deliver justice for the Jewish community. "We are immensely grateful to everyone who fought alongside us for this day to come. Too many of them have suffered greatly for their principles. They are the best of this country." The Jewish Labour Movement said blame for the "sordid, disgraceful chapter" in Labour's history "lies firmly with those who held positions of leadership".


thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--Sturgeon shamed as Ferrari erupts at SNP leader 'playing politics and wrong-footing Boris'

A total of 113 people were moved between March 1 and May 31 although they had not received a negative test before they were transferred , the Public Health Scotland study shows .
A further 243 who had tested positive were discharged after at least one negative follow-up test .
The report found between March 1 and April 21 there were 3,599 discharges from hospitals to care homes , with the majority ( 81.9 percent ) not tested for coronavirus .
Of the 650 who were tested , 78 received a positive result while in hospital and of these patients @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discharged while the remainder did not .
LBC presenter Nick Ferrari has erupted at the Scottish First Minsiter following the report .
Speaking on his LBC show , he said : `` It was strange , was n't it that the explanation Nicola Sturgeon gave was that she 's not a clincian .
`` Well not many world leaders are clinicians .
I 'm sure there 's possibly a couple around but what you are of course is responsible for the decisions taken under the government that you run .
READ MORE : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' to hand over Brexit plans '' While you ca n't be at everybody 's bedside doing all the tests , it does ultimately track back to you .
`` In Ms Sturgeon 's case , we have someone who has really sought to identify with the crisis .
`` She has taken those daily press briefings , has tried to play politics and wrong-foot Westminster on times and appear more in control than Boris Johnson .
`` Really the chicken has come home to roost in this report .
Simply saying , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is n't enough . ''
Ms Sturgeon said the report concludes that allowing for other factors , such as the size of a care home , `` hospital discharges were not found to have contributed to a significantly higher risk of an outbreak '' .
She added : `` Nothing in it detracts from the tragedy of the deaths that have occurred in care homes over the course of the pandemic and nothing ever will detract from the heartbreak of those bereaved . ''
The report noted that on April 21 , Health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discharged from hospitals to care homes should have given two negative tests before being moved .
The report said that in the statistical modelling , hospital discharge is associated with an increased risk of an outbreak when considered on its own but care home size is much more strongly associated with risk of an outbreak than hospital discharge .
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Nicola Sturgeon criticised by host over care home comments
A total of 113 people were moved between March 1 and May 31 although they had not received a negative test before they were transferred, the Public Health Scotland study shows. A further 243 who had tested positive were discharged after at least one negative follow-up test. The report found between March 1 and April 21 there were 3,599 discharges from hospitals to care homes, with the majority (81.9 percent) not tested for coronavirus.
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Of the 650 who were tested, 78 received a positive result while in hospital and of these patients, ten tested negative before they were discharged while the remainder did not. LBC presenter Nick Ferrari has erupted at the Scottish First Minsiter following the report. Speaking on his LBC show, he said: "It was strange, wasn't it that the explanation Nicola Sturgeon gave was that she's not a clincian. "Well not many world leaders are clinicians. I'm sure there's possibly a couple around but what you are of course is responsible for the decisions taken under the government that you run. READ MORE: No 10's fury as Sturgeon 'refused' to hand over Brexit plans
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Nicola Sturgeon has been attacked after a report into coronavirus in care homes
"While you can't be at everybody's bedside doing all the tests, it does ultimately track back to you. "In Ms Sturgeon's case, we have someone who has really sought to identify with the crisis. "She has taken those daily press briefings, has tried to play politics and wrong-foot Westminster on times and appear more in control than Boris Johnson. "Really the chicken has come home to roost in this report. Simply saying, 'I'm not a doctor' isn't enough." Ms Sturgeon said the report concludes that allowing for other factors, such as the size of a care home, "hospital discharges were not found to have contributed to a significantly higher risk of an outbreak".
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She added: "Nothing in it detracts from the tragedy of the deaths that have occurred in care homes over the course of the pandemic and nothing ever will detract from the heartbreak of those bereaved." The report noted that on April 21, Health Secretary Jeane Freeman said COVID-19 patients being discharged from hospitals to care homes should have given two negative tests before being moved. The report said that in the statistical modelling, hospital discharge is associated with an increased risk of an outbreak when considered on its own but care home size is much more strongly associated with risk of an outbreak than hospital discharge. DON'T MISS Council chiefs fire back over fears Nicola Sturgeon could place region [INSIGHT]
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--Brexit LIVE: Frost rushes to Brussels TODAY for urgent talks - France sends fishing threat

The negotiators have made progress during talks in London this week towards resolving some of the biggest issues thus far , raising hopes a deal can be agreed by early November .
Both sides have started work on the text of an agreement on the level playing field and are edging closer to finalising a joint document covering state aid .
The UK and EU have also moved closer to deciding essential aspects of how any accord will be enforced .
But significant differences still remain - particularly on the level playing field , enforcement and fishing - but the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they are moving closer to breaking the deadlock following seven months of often bitter talks .
There has been a notable shift in mood and gears over recent days , with London and Brussels now working hard to finalise as many chapters of a potential agreement as possible .
But the threat of a major collapse in a Brexit deal still remains strong , with EU officials stressing they view any deal as a single agreement where nothing is agreed until everything is agreed .
Fishing remains a major stumbling block , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU boats will have to British waters and their share of the quota after Brexit .
France is one of a number of coastal states demanding continued access to waters between six and 12 miles off Britain ’ s coast - an agreement they benefitted from before Brexit .
Negotiators believe if these issues continue to be a problem , it will require major and urgent political intervention from leaders Boris Johnson and Emmanuel Macron .
But France 's Europe Minister has issued the UK with another brutal warning , insisting `` there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ demands from the British .
Clement Beaune told the Senate : “ The face of Brexit will be the face of our fishermen , so we must be able to tell them that their interests were protected .
“ There is no reason for us to give in to British pressure.
” Nigel Farage has praised Brexit as a triumph over the `` establishment '' in a surprise appearance at one of Donald Trump 's campaign rallies .
The leader of the Brexit Party was invited on stage by the President of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Europe ’ s “ most powerful men ” .
Addressing the crowds at the Make America Great Event in Phoenix , Arizona , Mr Trump jokingly described Mr Farage as “ a very non-controversial person ” and “ shy ” .
In response , Mr Farage said : “ Oh I am non-controversial and shy - compared to you.
” He went on to deliver “ the Brexit message ” as he lauded Mr Trump as the “ bravest person ” he had ever met .
11am update : Merkel faces 'catastrophe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Germany harder than any other EU nation If the UK fails to strike a trade deal with the EU before the end of the year , it will be a `` catastrophe '' for Germany , which will be harder hit than any other member of the EU27 , a former MEP has said .
Hans-Olaf Henkel , who is also a former Federation of German Industries ( BDI ) , said Germany 's massive car industry would be dealt a huge blow , as would other key sectors - and warned Brussels @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` British problem '' .
Mr Henkel was speaking after the publication of a report by credit insurer Euler Hermes , which puts the chances of a no-deal outcome at 45 percent .
The report suggests such an eventuality would jeopardise exports totalling €33billion - of which those from Germany would make up a quarter ( €8.2billion ) , by far the highest figure in the bloc .
9.45am update : Furious Michael Gove hits back at Wales over calls for UK to DROP Brexit fishing demands Michael Gove has hit back at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drop Brexit fishing demands .
The Cabinet Office minister has lashed out at demands to `` back down '' during Brexit negotiations as crucial talks move to Brussels this week in a final push to secure a deal with the EU .
Mr Gove has been told the UK government should be `` flexible '' when discussing issues on fishing rights and state aid .
In a letter to Jeremy Miles , Wales ' Minister for European Transition , Mr Gove revealed Britain will not back down on demands to the EU over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ am afraid we strongly disagree with your premise that we should ` back down ' on fisheries .
`` The UK Government 's view is that in all circumstances , the UK must be an independent coastal state , no longer be bound by the Common Fisheries Policy . ''
8.58am update : No 10 's fury as Sturgeon 'refused ' to hand over Scotland 's Brexit plans A heated Brexit argument has erupted after Downing Street claimed Nicola Sturgeon 's Scottish Government refused to hand over `` crucial data '' on being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Scottish ministers had not given the UK Government access to documents outlining how Scotland aims to prepare for the end of the Brexit transition period on December 31 .
These documents included information on how cash from the UK Government to support Brexit readiness had been spent and how ministers at Holyrood were ensuring that businesses are ready for the change .
But Edinburgh has disputed the claims tonight accusing Westminster of spouting “ nonsense ” claiming they put ideas to Westminster .
Whitehall sources tonight told Express.co.uk Edinburgh 's approach to dealing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ One source told this website : “ There are big gaps between both governments right now , we are becoming concerned at Edinburgh ’ s approach .
“ We should be working together on getting ready for the transition period.
” 8.45am update : Car industry warns of 'devastating ' no-deal as production plummets at alarming rate The car indusry has warned a no deal Brexit would be a `` devastating '' blow to a sector that has seen production fall to its lowest September level for 25 years .
Figures from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ SMMT ) show just over 114,732 vehicles rolled off factory lines last month - down five percent on the same month in 2019 and was the worst September performance since 1995 .
Production for UK buyers increased 14.5 percent in the month to 27,199 cars , while exports slumped by 9.7 percent with 87,533 units produced .
The figures show car production has already plummeted 35.9 percent so far this year , representing a loss of 354,818 units .
SMMT chief executive Mike Hawes said : `` These figures are yet more grim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to wreak havoc both at home and in key overseas markets .
`` With the end of transition now just 63 days away , the fact that both sides are back around the table is a relief but we need negotiators to agree a deal urgently , one that prioritises automotive , enhances innovation and supports the industry in addressing the global threat of climate change .
`` With production already strained , the additional blow of no deal would be devastating for the sector , its workers and their families . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
EU faces devastation for key industry - so why the no deal bluffing ?
The EU faces a devastating blow to its steel industry if the UK leaves the bloc without a trade deal in place .
A leading official in the EU ’ s steel industry has warned a no deal Brexit would be hugely destructive for business .
The expert warned the impact of Britain leaving on WTO terms would be exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic , which is currently in its second wave .
Alessandro Sciamarelli , an official @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) , told a webinar : “ Brexit remains a threat because there ’ s a high likelihood that we will get at the end of the day a no-deal .
“ We are getting prepared for that.
” He added : “ At Eurofer , we are very much against a no-deal Brexit.
” The UK will turn its back on a Donald Trump-style `` Britain First '' post-Brexit economic strategy with criticism of `` values-free globalisation '' in a keynote speech in London .
International Trade Secretary Liz Truss will say @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a `` values-driven free trade agenda '' following Brexit , and will stress the UK is `` learning from the mistakes of the past '' regarding trade .
The Cabinet minister will also criticise the `` mercenaries of global trade '' and the agenda of `` values-free globalisation '' , which she woll say has lef to state-owned firms selling subsidised goods throughout the world and `` undermining free enterprise '' .
Ms Truss will say that at a time of `` America First '' and the EU 's `` strategic autonomy '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pulling up the drawbridge in an autarkic Britain First approach '' .
She will add protectionism and a `` values-free '' approach to globalisation have had a `` corrosive effect on the foundations of our rules-based free trade system , spreading disillusionment and distrust '' .
The International Trade Secretary will also take a dig at Brussels , branding the EU `` innovation-phobic '' with `` its high tariff wall '' .
Tory Brexiteer John Redwood tweeted : `` Further disastrous slump in UK car output whilst still in the EU single market @ @ @ @ @ @ @ manufacture was always the policy of stopping diesel and petrol Vehicles , and now anti virus policies , not Brexit . ''

Brexit: EU's position on UK deal is 'unfathomable' says expert
The negotiators have made progress during talks in London this week towards resolving some of the biggest issues thus far, raising hopes a deal can be agreed by early November. Both sides have started work on the text of an agreement on the level playing field and are edging closer to finalising a joint document covering state aid. The UK and EU have also moved closer to deciding essential aspects of how any accord will be enforced. But significant differences still remain - particularly on the level playing field, enforcement and fishing - but the progress made over is an encouraging sign they are moving closer to breaking the deadlock following seven months of often bitter talks. THIS BLOG HAS CLOSED. CLICK HERE FOR LIVE UPDATES.
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There has been a notable shift in mood and gears over recent days, with London and Brussels now working hard to finalise as many chapters of a potential agreement as possible. But the threat of a major collapse in a Brexit deal still remains strong, with EU officials stressing they view any deal as a single agreement where nothing is agreed until everything is agreed. Fishing remains a major stumbling block, with both sides still arguing over what rights EU boats will have to British waters and their share of the quota after Brexit. France is one of a number of coastal states demanding continued access to waters between six and 12 miles off Britain’s coast - an agreement they benefitted from before Brexit.
Brexit latest: David Frost has rushed to Brussels for talks - but France has sent a brutal warning
Negotiators believe if these issues continue to be a problem, it will require major and urgent political intervention from leaders Boris Johnson and Emmanuel Macron. But France's Europe Minister has issued the UK with another brutal warning, insisting "there is no reason" to bow to demands from the British. Clement Beaune told the Senate: “The face of Brexit will be the face of our fishermen, so we must be able to tell them that their interests were protected. “There is no reason for us to give in to British pressure.” FOLLOW EXPRESS.CO.UK FOR THE LATEST UPDATES:
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11.10pm update: Theresa May ally breaks silence on 'soft' Brexit deal plot David Gauke has broken his silence on Theresa May's "soft Brexit deal" plot more than a year after she was forced out of Downing Street. The former Conservative justice secretary who served in Mrs May’s Cabinet, touched on the former prime minister’s unpopular deal with the EU as he called for a change in Boris Johnson’s Brexit strategy. READ MORE: The JIG IS UP! Theresa May ally breaks silence on 'soft' Brexit deal plot 9.15pm update: Adonis MOCKED by Leavers after ‘end of Brexit’ remark Remainer Lord Adonis has been heavily criticised online after claiming the end of Donald Trump is the "end of Brexit". The Labour peer - who has been a vocal opponent of Brexit - tweeted: “The most important think that will happen in British politics this year is next Tuesday’s American election. “The end of Trump is the beginning of the end of Johnson & Cummings & Brexit.” READ MORE: REMAINER DELUSION! Adonis MOCKED by Leavers after ‘end of Brexit’ remark 8.20pm update: SNP’s Russel blasts ‘disastrous’ no deal Brexit SNP’s Mike Russell says Scotland did not chose “disastrous” no deal Brexit after MSPs voted in favour of aligning with EU rules during its first stage in Holyrood. He said: "The people of Scotland did not choose Brexit, they certainly didn't choose this sort of disastrous no-deal Brexit, which is still a real possibility. "Nor did they choose the equally bad low deal, which is the only alternative left on the table. "That low deal is a painfully thin, job-destroying ideological muddle, which - if imposed in the middle of a global pandemic - the deep recession will cost every one of us dear. "It beggars belief that any responsible government would even consider it, still less choose it."
Brexit: Dean Lockhart clashes with Russell in Scottish Parliament
7.45pm update: MSPs vote in favour of following EU rules after Brexit MSPs have passed the UK Withdrawal from the European Union Bill at stage one. A total of 87 MSPs voted in favour of the legislation, which aims to give ministers powers to align Scottish laws with those of the EU after Brexit. 6.30pm update: Von der Leyen reveals there are 11 other areas that need to be negotiated Ursula von der Leyen, the European commission president, has revealed there are 11 other fields that need negotiating as well the two main stumbling blocks of fisheries and a level playing field. She said: “We are in very close contact on an hourly basis because the negotiations now have been intensified. “There are 11 other fields of files that have to be negotiated.”
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5.40pm update: Scottish Minister criticises Boris over post-Brexit plans Richard Lochhead, Scottish minister for further Education, has criticised the Westminster Government over its plans for the sector after Brexit. Mr Lochhead said: "I hope to come to Parliament to report real and encouraging progress with the post-Brexit arrangements to continue our relationship with the EU and to outline how Scotland will benefit from successor schemes. "Instead, I have to say that we remain largely in the dark and all the benefits we've enjoyed in decades remain under serious threat as we head towards the end of the year. "There remains little clarity from the UK Government on what they're thinking or what they hope to achieve by then, and as we all know the clock is ticking." 4.25pm update: Canada ‘very optimistic’ over Brexit trade deal with the UK Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has opened the door for a post-Brexit trade deal with the UK during a virtual news conference. He said: “Canada is extremely pleased to be the only G7 country that has a free-trade deal with every other G7 country and we would certainly like to keep that. “There have been many discussions over the past years between myself and Prime Minister Johnson and his predecessor on that seamless transition on a rollover of the CETA between Canada and the European Union to be the basis for a Canada-UK free-trade that would allow certainty for Canadian and British companies going into the future. “I think you’ve heard that there are significant complexities that the UK is grappling with in terms of negotiating the post-Brexit agreement with the European Union. I can highlight that it’s fairly straightforward with Canada and we are certainly very optimistic in the ability to see things roll over smoothly. “The UK is engaged in many different negotiations right now but Canada is certainly there to ensure this certainty that can be given to British companies, at least with Canada, as other things are worked out in a more complex way.”
Ursula von der Leyen says 'more progress' needed in Brexit talks
3.45pm update: Von der Leyen says ‘more progress’ needed in Brexit talks European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has revealed “more progress” is needed on fisheries and rules governing state subsidies. She said: “We are making good progress but the two critical issues, level playing field and fisheries, there we would like to see more progress. "We are now deep into how we would construct a system that is fair for both sides.” 3.10pm update: Truss says Brexit puts UK ‘back at the table’ for international trade deals Liz Truss, the International Trade Secretary has said Brexit will put the UK "back at the table” with leading trading nations and will help regulate the "rule-breakers." Speaking at the Global Trade 2020 Conference at Chatham House, Ms Truss said: "In a Covid-battered world driven by trade wars and trade barriers, Global Britain's return is timely. “After nearly 50 years without our own voice, we're back at the table. "And we can use our G7 presidency next year to lead the global fightback for free and fair trade, challenging those who won't play by the rules. "We need the British people to join us in our value-generating and value-driven trade policy."
2pm update: Brexit deal dead in the water! France REFUSES to budge on fishing - EU no deal fears erupt Brexit negotiators face an uphill battle to finalise the future trade and security deal as "stark differences" in the row over fisheries linger over the process. Sources close to the EU-UK talks confirmed the major dispute about fishing rights in Britain’s coastal waters remains unsolved. The totemic issue threatens to derail the wrangling over the future relationship pact, with Downing Street and France both holding out against concessions. But Michel Barnier, the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator, was said to be working on a potential compromise in the hope of ending the impasse in the coming days. If not, a no deal exit seems all but inevitable. Both teams are meeting in Brussels today after reports of progress made during a series of intensified talks in London. A source close to the UK negotiating team said there had been little movement in the row over fishing opportunities. “Difficult issues remain difficult,” they added. 1pm update: UK insists NHS 'remains off the table' in trade talks with US International Trade Secretary Liz Truss has said the NHS will not be part of any post-Brexit trade agreement with the US. In a Chatham House address, she said: "Our red lines remain at the heart of this values-driven approach. "Namely, our NHS remains off the table. "Our food standards must not be undermined and British farming must benefit. "And any trade deal must level-up our country."
Brexit latest: Britain is standing firm on fisheries
12pm update: Nigel Farage delivers ‘Brexit message’ in surprise Donald Trump rally speech Nigel Farage has praised Brexit as a triumph over the "establishment" in a surprise appearance at one of Donald Trump's campaign rallies. The leader of the Brexit Party was invited on stage by the President of the United States, who labelled him one of Europe’s “most powerful men”. Addressing the crowds at the Make America Great Event in Phoenix, Arizona, Mr Trump jokingly described Mr Farage as “a very non-controversial person” and “shy”. In response, Mr Farage said: “Oh I am non-controversial and shy - compared to you.” He went on to deliver “the Brexit message” as he lauded Mr Trump as the “bravest person” he had ever met. 11am update: Merkel faces 'catastrophe': No deal Brexit to hit Germany harder than any other EU nation If the UK fails to strike a trade deal with the EU before the end of the year, it will be a "catastrophe" for Germany, which will be harder hit than any other member of the EU27, a former MEP has said. Hans-Olaf Henkel, who is also a former Federation of German Industries (BDI), said Germany's massive car industry would be dealt a huge blow, as would other key sectors - and warned Brussels against complacently assuming Brexit was merely a "British problem". Mr Henkel was speaking after the publication of a report by credit insurer Euler Hermes, which puts the chances of a no-deal outcome at 45 percent. The report suggests such an eventuality would jeopardise exports totalling €33billion - of which those from Germany would make up a quarter (€8.2billion), by far the highest figure in the bloc.
Brexit latest: A no-deal outcome would be a 'catastrophe' for Germany, a former MEP has said
9.45am update: Furious Michael Gove hits back at Wales over calls for UK to DROP Brexit fishing demands Michael Gove has hit back at Wales over calls for the UK to drop Brexit fishing demands. The Cabinet Office minister has lashed out at demands to "back down" during Brexit negotiations as crucial talks move to Brussels this week in a final push to secure a deal with the EU. Mr Gove has been told the UK government should be "flexible" when discussing issues on fishing rights and state aid. In a letter to Jeremy Miles, Wales' Minister for European Transition, Mr Gove revealed Britain will not back down on demands to the EU over fisheries. He wrote: "I am afraid we strongly disagree with your premise that we should `back down' on fisheries. "The UK Government's view is that in all circumstances, the UK must be an independent coastal state, no longer be bound by the Common Fisheries Policy." 8.58am update: No 10's fury as Sturgeon 'refused' to hand over Scotland's Brexit plans A heated Brexit argument has erupted after Downing Street claimed Nicola Sturgeon's Scottish Government refused to hand over "crucial data" on being prepared for Brexit. Westminster officials say Scottish ministers had not given the UK Government access to documents outlining how Scotland aims to prepare for the end of the Brexit transition period on December 31. These documents included information on how cash from the UK Government to support Brexit readiness had been spent and how ministers at Holyrood were ensuring that businesses are ready for the change. But Edinburgh has disputed the claims tonight accusing Westminster of spouting “nonsense” claiming they put ideas to Westminster. Whitehall sources tonight told Express.co.uk Edinburgh's approach to dealing with Scotland was “concerning”. One source told this website: “There are big gaps between both governments right now, we are becoming concerned at Edinburgh’s approach. “We should be working together on getting ready for the transition period.”
Brexit latest: A major row has erupted over preparations for Brexit
8.45am update: Car industry warns of 'devastating' no-deal as production plummets at alarming rate The car indusry has warned a no deal Brexit would be a "devastating" blow to a sector that has seen production fall to its lowest September level for 25 years. Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show just over 114,732 vehicles rolled off factory lines last month - down five percent on the same month in 2019 and was the worst September performance since 1995. Production for UK buyers increased 14.5 percent in the month to 27,199 cars, while exports slumped by 9.7 percent with 87,533 units produced. The figures show car production has already plummeted 35.9 percent so far this year, representing a loss of 354,818 units. SMMT chief executive Mike Hawes said: "These figures are yet more grim reading for UK automotive as coronavirus continues to wreak havoc both at home and in key overseas markets. "With the end of transition now just 63 days away, the fact that both sides are back around the table is a relief but we need negotiators to agree a deal urgently, one that prioritises automotive, enhances innovation and supports the industry in addressing the global threat of climate change. "With production already strained, the additional blow of no deal would be devastating for the sector, its workers and their families." 8.25am update: They FINALLY get it! EU faces devastation for key industry - so why the no deal bluffing? The EU faces a devastating blow to its steel industry if the UK leaves the bloc without a trade deal in place. A leading official in the EU’s steel industry has warned a no deal Brexit would be hugely destructive for business. The expert warned the impact of Britain leaving on WTO terms would be exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, which is currently in its second wave. Alessandro Sciamarelli, an official with the European Steel Association (Eurofer), told a webinar: “Brexit remains a threat because there’s a high likelihood that we will get at the end of the day a no-deal. “We are getting prepared for that.” He added: “At Eurofer, we are very much against a no-deal Brexit.”
Brexit latest: European fishing dependence on British waters


thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--They FINALLY get it! EU faces devastation for key industry - so why the no deal bluffing?

A leading official in the EU ’ s steel industry has warned a no deal Brexit would be hugely destructive for business .
The expert warned the impact of Britain leaving on WTO terms would be exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic , which is currently in its second wave .
Alessandro Sciamarelli , an official with the European Steel Association ( Eurofer ) , told a webinar : “ Brexit remains a threat because there ’ s a high likelihood that we will get at the end of the day a no-deal .
“ We are getting prepared for that.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we are very much against a no-deal Brexit.
” Mr Sciamarelli , director of market analysis and economic studies , warned EU steel consumption is already due to dramatically fall this year due to the impact of the pandemic .
He said consumption is expected to fall by 14.6 percent , after the pandemic hit industrial activity , particularly the auto sector .
The expert also pointed out apparent crude steel demand , which measures steel producers ’ output plus imports minus exports , fell by 25.5 percent in the second quarter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Steel demand is expected to bounce back by 13.1 percent in 2021 , but the second wave of the virus makes such a recovery uncertain .
Mr Sciamarelli said : “ The outlook for 2021 is very much affected by pandemic developments and the extension of this new wave we ’ re having.
” JUST IN : Nigel Farage delivers ‘ Brexit message ’ in surprise Trump rally speech Moreover , he warned the industry ’ s recovery could also be affected by the outcome of post-Brexit trade talks with the UK .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a last-minute bid to reach a trade agreement .
Significant progress has so far been made , with the two sides said to be close to finalising a draft legal text on future common standards , including state subsidies for businesses , as part of a tentative breakthrough in the talks .
But despite making progress in some areas , disagreement remains on key areas such as the level-playing field and fisheries .
DO N'T MISS : Brexit deal ONE WEEK away from being found as UK and EU make progress [ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK have 'precious little time ' to secure deal [ COMMENT ] Brexit fury : Boris Johnson blasted for 'giving up ' in EU talks [ INSIGHT ] Fisheries remains one of the toughest issues to solve in the coming days , with the subject still shown as a “ red light ” on the EU ’ s traffic light system for progress .
Yesterday Cabinet Minister Michael Gove hit out at Wales for suggesting the UK drop its demand on fisheries .
In a letter to Jeremy Miles , Wale 's Minister @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Britain will not back down on demands to the EU over fisheries .
He wrote : “ I am afraid we strongly disagree with your premise that we should ` back down ' on fisheries .

Brexit: EU's position on UK deal is 'unfathomable' says expert
A leading official in the EU’s steel industry has warned a no deal Brexit would be hugely destructive for business. The expert warned the impact of Britain leaving on WTO terms would be exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, which is currently in its second wave.
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Alessandro Sciamarelli, an official with the European Steel Association (Eurofer), told a webinar: “Brexit remains a threat because there’s a high likelihood that we will get at the end of the day a no-deal. “We are getting prepared for that.” He added: “At Eurofer, we are very much against a no-deal Brexit.” Mr Sciamarelli, director of market analysis and economic studies, warned EU steel consumption is already due to dramatically fall this year due to the impact of the pandemic.
A leading official in the EU’s steel industry has warned a nodeal Brexit would be hugely destructive
The steel industry was hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic
He said consumption is expected to fall by 14.6 percent, after the pandemic hit industrial activity, particularly the auto sector. The expert also pointed out apparent crude steel demand, which measures steel producers’ output plus imports minus exports, fell by 25.5 percent in the second quarter - the biggest drop ever recorded. Steel demand is expected to bounce back by 13.1 percent in 2021, but the second wave of the virus makes such a recovery uncertain. Mr Sciamarelli said: “The outlook for 2021 is very much affected by pandemic developments and the extension of this new wave we’re having.” JUST IN: Nigel Farage delivers ‘Brexit message’ in surprise Trump rally speech
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Brexit news: Trade talks with the EU have moved to Brussels today
Steel production at Salzgitter AG in Germany
Brexit news: The two sides hope to reach a deal within the coming days
Fisheries remains one of the toughest issues to solve in the coming days, with the subject still shown as a “red light” on the EU’s traffic light system for progress. Yesterday Cabinet Minister Michael Gove hit out at Wales for suggesting the UK drop its demand on fisheries. In a letter to Jeremy Miles, Wale's Minister for European Transition, Mr Gove revealed Britain will not back down on demands to the EU over fisheries. He wrote: “I am afraid we strongly disagree with your premise that we should `back down' on fisheries.
European fishing dependence on British waters


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Justice Secretary Robert Buckland ripped into Labour MPs for trying to politicise the debate on free school meals .
Speaking to Robert Peston on ITV last night , Mr Buckland insisted that the Government remains focused on a sustainable solution to Marcus Rashford 's free school meals campaign .
He hit out at politicians who trying `` to bicker in a party political @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Buckland was quizzed about the free school meals campaign led by Marcus Rashford , amid mounting pressure for Boris Johnson to U-turn .
The Justice Secretary said : `` Look , I think it is easy to come up with a glib answer to this .
`` I think everyone has the right intention here and frankly for all of us to bicker in a party political way and criticise each other doesn ’ t help the situation .
`` I pay tribute to everyone who has got involved - Marcus Rashford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the right ones . ''
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Robert Buckland hits out over 'bickering' on free school meals
Justice Secretary Robert Buckland ripped into Labour MPs for trying to politicise the debate on free school meals. Speaking to Robert Peston on ITV last night, Mr Buckland insisted that the Government remains focused on a sustainable solution to Marcus Rashford's free school meals campaign. He hit out at politicians who trying "to bicker in a party political way and criticise each other".
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Mr Buckland was quizzed about the free school meals campaign led by Marcus Rashford, amid mounting pressure for Boris Johnson to U-turn. The Justice Secretary said: "Look, I think it is easy to come up with a glib answer to this. "I think everyone has the right intention here and frankly for all of us to bicker in a party political way and criticise each other doesn’t help the situation. "I pay tribute to everyone who has got involved - Marcus Rashford and everybody - because their intentions are the right ones." JUST IN: Free school meals MAPPED: Where can you find free school meals?
Buckland ripped into Labour MPs for trying to politicise the debate on free school meals
Buckland was quizzed about the free school meals campaign led by Marcus Rashford
He added: "But, the devil is in the detail. "We need to make sure that our response we make is one that can be sustained so we don't end up in another cliff-edge." Last night, Mr Rashford's petition calling for children from poor families in England to get free meals in school holidays surged past a million signatures. The Manchester United and England forward wants the Government to provide free lunches amid fears over the economic impact of coronavirus restrictions.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--Jeremy Corbyn should quit as MP for antisemitism ‘failures’ - ‘He’s a disgrace!’

The former Labour Party leader was suspended today and had the whip removed for comments regarding the scale of antisemitism within the party .
He was suspended after claiming the party , now under the leadership of Sir Keir Starmer , had “ dramatically overstated ” the scale of its antisemitism problem .
Mr Corbyn was responding to a damning report from the Equality and Human Rights Commission which found the party was responsible for “ unlawful ” harassment and discrimination under his direction .
An Express.co.uk poll - which ran from 3pm to 10pm today - asked whether Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Out of 1,266 votes , 93 percent ( 1,176 ) of voters urged the former Labour Party leader to stepped down as an MP .
Just seven percent voters said Mr Corbyn should not resign while only eight people said they don ’ t know .
One reader said : “ I mean the old man should retire ungracefully .
“ He 's the reason Labour lost in 2019 .
He 's the reason they 've been unelectable for years .
“ Do n't forget , Corbyn did n't quit when his party @ @ @ @ @ @ @ leader , instead he blindly marched onwards as if he was the sole voice and only person in the Labour party .
“ He wo n't stand down as MP , he should , but even the brainwashed Marxists of Islington will continue to vote for him and his Marxist policies .
READ MORE : Corbyn SUSPENDED from Labour after saying anti-Semitism 'overstated' A second reader said : “ No he should not be allowed to resign he should be sacked for unlawful behaviour , bringing the House of Commons into disrepute and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ person simply said : “ He is a total embarrassment so staying in the party will do more damage than leaving.
” Another reader added : “ He should definitely be sacked and removed from Parliament .
He is a disgrace .
“ It ’ s because of him that Labour had the worst election results since 1935.
” A spokesperson for the party said : “ In light of his comments made today and his failure to retract them subsequently , the Labour Party has suspended Jeremy Corbyn pending investigation .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the Parliamentary Labour Party.
” Having the whip removed means he is no longer part of Labour within Parliament and now sits as an independent MP .

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The former Labour Party leader was suspended today and had the whip removed for comments regarding the scale of antisemitism within the party. He was suspended after claiming the party, now under the leadership of Sir Keir Starmer, had “dramatically overstated” the scale of its antisemitism problem.
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Mr Corbyn was responding to a damning report from the Equality and Human Rights Commission which found the party was responsible for “unlawful” harassment and discrimination under his direction. An Express.co.uk poll - which ran from 3pm to 10pm today - asked whether Mr Corbyn should quit as an MP. Out of 1,266 votes, 93 percent (1,176) of voters urged the former Labour Party leader to stepped down as an MP. Just seven percent voters said Mr Corbyn should not resign while only eight people said they don’t know.
Jeremy Corbyn urged to resign as MP
Corbyn urged to stepped down as MP
One reader said: “I mean the old man should retire ungracefully. “He's the reason Labour lost in 2019. He's the reason they've been unelectable for years. “Don't forget, Corbyn didn't quit when his party voted no confidence in him as a leader, instead he blindly marched onwards as if he was the sole voice and only person in the Labour party. “He won't stand down as MP, he should, but even the brainwashed Marxists of Islington will continue to vote for him and his Marxist policies. READ MORE: Corbyn SUSPENDED from Labour after saying anti-Semitism 'overstated'
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Corbyn led Labour to worst election defeat
“Corbyn singlehandedly destroyed the Labour Party post 2010.” A second reader said: “No he should not be allowed to resign he should be sacked for unlawful behaviour, bringing the House of Commons into disrepute and gross misconduct - simple.” A third person simply said: “He is a total embarrassment so staying in the party will do more damage than leaving.” Another reader added: “He should definitely be sacked and removed from Parliament. He is a disgrace. DON'T MISS
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“It’s because of him that Labour had the worst election results since 1935.” A spokesperson for the party said: “In light of his comments made today and his failure to retract them subsequently, the Labour Party has suspended Jeremy Corbyn pending investigation. "He has also had the whip removed from the Parliamentary Labour Party.” Having the whip removed means he is no longer part of Labour within Parliament and now sits as an independent MP.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer
The former Labour leader has said he will not quit the party. Mr Corbyn said he is “proud to be a member of the Labour Party” when he joined when he was 16. Labour MP Harriet Harman, chair of the human rights committee, has said she backs the move to suspend Mr Corbyn from the party. She wrote on Twitter: “This is the right thing to do.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--SNP's 'insane' Hate Crime Bill ripped apart by comedian as he warns powers may be 'abused'

The SNP 's latest Bill is `` leaves open the possibility of the state abusing their power '' , Andrew Doyle has warned .
The comedian spoke to talkRADIO about the Scottish Government 's controversial new Hate Crime Bill .
He criticised Scotland 's Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf over the proposal of imposing the legislation on theatres .
Mr Doyle told listeners : `` There 's a provision in the bill about the performance of a play so even theatre is covered by this .
`` He was questioned on this in Parliament and he acknowledged that it 'd be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be staging a play .
`` But then he said let 's imagine they did and the far right , in other words , a group of Neo-Nazis or someone decided to put on a production of a play to stir up hatred .
`` He said that they would then be prosecuted , the director could be prosecuted , the performers could be prosecuted . ''
READ MORE : Sturgeon takes thinly veiled swipe at Boris as PM faces North revolt He continued : `` Does he really think that Neo-Nazis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ medium of amateur dramatics ?
Does he think that 's likely ?
`` I do n't know any Neo-Nazis , but I know enough about them to know they 're not real fans of the theatre .
I mean there 's too many gay people for one thing .
`` I just think it 's insane and palpably nonsense , and that makes me think , 'well if you 're coming up with these kind of scenarios , these outlandish , extraordinary , impossible scenarios to defend your bill , what is this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intentions were great .
When it was originally proposed , it was meant to repeal these outdated blasphemy laws in Scotland . ''
The comedian added : `` From what I can see , it 's just bringing in a new set of blasphemy laws by stealth .
That is what I think is going on here .
`` He effectively wants to police and criminalise certain opinions .
`` The legislation is so vague and nebulous , it leaves open the possibility of the state abusing their power in order to prescribe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have . ''
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He has already said that the Scottish Government will propose an amendment at stage two of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have to intend to stir up hatred .
He has also now said that the SNP are willing to look again at protections of free speech in the legislation .
Mr Yousaf told a parliamentary committee : “ I ’ m very actively considering both the breadth and the depth of freedom-of-expression clauses .
We have to be aware of some of the concerns that may be expressed if we were to have a generic freedom-of-expression clause , would that be specific enough to give people the reassurances that they desire ?
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ issues in the round , I would anticipate some further change around the freedom-of-expression clause probably coming at stage two , be it from members or possibly from the Government , but it is an area under active consideration .
”

SNP’s hate crime bill proposal criticised by Andrew Doyle
The SNP's latest Bill is "leaves open the possibility of the state abusing their power", Andrew Doyle has warned. The comedian spoke to talkRADIO about the Scottish Government's controversial new Hate Crime Bill. He criticised Scotland's Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf over the proposal of imposing the legislation on theatres.
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Mr Doyle told listeners: "There's a provision in the bill about the performance of a play so even theatre is covered by this. "He was questioned on this in Parliament and he acknowledged that it'd be probably quite unusual for the far right to be staging a play. "But then he said let's imagine they did and the far right, in other words, a group of Neo-Nazis or someone decided to put on a production of a play to stir up hatred. "He said that they would then be prosecuted, the director could be prosecuted, the performers could be prosecuted." READ MORE: Sturgeon takes thinly veiled swipe at Boris as PM faces North revolt
SNP's 'insane' Hate Crime Bill ripped apart by comedian as he warns powers may be 'abused'
The Justice Secretary to announce measures to assuage these doubts.
He continued: "Does he really think that Neo-Nazis are attempting to recruit people through the medium of amateur dramatics? Does he think that's likely? "I don't know any Neo-Nazis, but I know enough about them to know they're not real fans of the theatre. I mean there's too many gay people for one thing. "I just think it's insane and palpably nonsense, and that makes me think, 'well if you're coming up with these kind of scenarios, these outlandish, extraordinary, impossible scenarios to defend your bill, what is this bill really about?' "The intentions were great. When it was originally proposed, it was meant to repeal these outdated blasphemy laws in Scotland."
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'Does he really think that Neo-Nazis are attempting to recruit people through theatre?'
Mike Russell slams 'patronising' Tories in Scottish Parliament
The SNP are willing to look again at protections of free speech in the legislation.


thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--REMAINER DELUSION! Adonis MOCKED by Leavers after ‘end of Brexit’ remark

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Ahead of the @ @ @ @ @ President Trump has been lagging behind Democrat candidate Joe Biden in the polls .
More @ @ @ @ @ already cast their votes .
But now , Lord Adonis has claimed if Mr Trump @ @ @ @ @ election , it will mark the end of Brexit .
The Labour peer - who @ @ @ @ @ of Brexit - tweeted : “ The most important think that will happen in British @ @ @ @ @ Tuesday ’ s American election .
“ The end of Trump is the beginning of @ @ @ @ @ Cummings & Brexit.
” However Lord Adonis has been heavily criticised for his comment with @ @ @ @ @ already left the European Union .

Brexit: Mike Graham and Lord Adonis clash on UK’s ‘duty’ to EU
Ahead of the US election next week, President Trump has been lagging behind Democrat candidate Joe Biden in the polls. More than 50 million Americans have already cast their votes.
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But now, Lord Adonis has claimed if Mr Trump does not win the upcoming election, it will mark the end of Brexit. The Labour peer - who has been a vocal opponent of Brexit - tweeted: “The most important think that will happen in British politics this year is next Tuesday’s American election. “The end of Trump is the beginning of the end of Johnson & Cummings & Brexit.” However Lord Adonis has been heavily criticised for his comment with many pointing out Britain has already left the European Union.
Lord Adonis says end of Trump is end of Brexit
Labour peer Lord Adonis
One reader simply wrote: “What a ridiculous comment.” A second person added: “Unlikely. Trump could still win. “We’ve got Tories for four more years, whether or not they keep Johnson. “Pretty side he’ll step aside, citing health and family. READ MORE: Brexit warning: UK has 'better chance' securing trade deal with Biden
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European fishing dependence on British waters
But so far, crucial trade talks have been deadlocked for months as both sides battle over key sticking points. One of the main disputes in the negotiations is fishing as the EU wants to maintain its rights to Britain's fishing waters. Under the controversial Commons Fisheries Policy (CFP), all member states are given access to EU waters via quotas. As the UK has a large coastal area, critics have often argued the system is unfair.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--SNP’s desperate bid to 'remain in the EU' dismantled in furious Scottish Parliament clash

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Conservative MSP Dean Lockhart was involved in a fierce clash with SNP Cabinet Secretary Mike Russell over Brexit and the Internal Market Bill in Scottish Parliament .
Mr Lockhart swiftly fired back after Mr Russell questioned whether it would be “ better to remain in the EU ” .
Mr Russell said : `` Would it not be better to remain in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ problems ?
`` It would help all of us and mean that the recession we are facing would not be made worse by Brexit - because it will be . ''
Mr Lockhart snapped back : `` When it comes to the internal market as we have debated before , common frameworks will form the bedrock for internal market trade .
`` It was unfortunate that you walked away from negations on the internal market guidelines .
READ MORE : Boris Johnson issued stark 'message ' from MEP to 'defend UK fishing '

Brexit: Dean Lockhart clashes with Russell in Scottish Parliament
Conservative MSP Dean Lockhart was involved in a fierce clash with SNP Cabinet Secretary Mike Russell over Brexit and the Internal Market Bill in Scottish Parliament. Mr Lockhart swiftly fired back after Mr Russell questioned whether it would be “better to remain in the EU”.
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Mr Russell said: "Would it not be better to remain in the EU which gets rid of all these problems? "It would help all of us and mean that the recession we are facing would not be made worse by Brexit - because it will be." Mr Lockhart snapped back: "When it comes to the internal market as we have debated before, common frameworks will form the bedrock for internal market trade. "It was unfortunate that you walked away from negotiations on the internal market guidelines. READ MORE: Boris Johnson issued stark 'message' from MEP to 'defend UK fishing'
Scottish Conservative MSP Dean Lockhart
Mike Russell stated that Scotland would be better off in the EU
"By keeping pace with some, but not all, future EU laws, this legislation will require firms in Scotland to comply with divergent regulations including devolved law that keeps pace, devolved law that does not and different regulations in the UK which no longer follow EU regulations." The UK Government’s Internal Market proposals have been criticised by the devolved governments in Scotland and Wales. They fear that the proposals could leave them unable to veto UK Government decisions. This is because the proposals will see powers in at least 70 policy areas previously controlled by the EU flow to Westminster instead of to Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast. The plans also mean regulatory standards in one part of the UK must be automatically accepted in others.
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Mike Russell slams 'patronising' Tories in Scottish Parliament
Mr Russell was involved in another furious encounter with Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser regarding accusations of a "power grab" in the Scottish Government's latest Brexit Bill. Mr Fraser said: "It was stated in evidence to the Finance and Constitution Committee that this bill creates a substantial 'Henry VIII power'. "It's taking power away from this Parliament and giving it to Scottish ministers. "The Cabinet Secretary would be apoplectic if the UK Government were to do this. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-29--Here we go! UK eyes up Canada Brexit trade deal - Justin Trudeau gives promising statement

Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau insisted his negotiations with London would not be bogged down in the same complexities as the EU-UK talks .
He told a virtual news conference he was “ very optimistic ” a roll-over agreement , based on the EU ’ s trade pact with Ottawa , could be concluded with Britain in the coming weeks .
It has been previously claimed Canada would refuse to extend its trade deal with the EU to the UK if there was no Brexit agreement .
But Mr Trudeau claimed work was already underway to ensure an agreement is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year .
He said : “ Canada is extremely pleased to be the only G7 country that has a free-trade deal with every other G7 country and we would certainly like to keep that .
“ There have been many discussions over the past years between myself and Prime Minister Johnson and his predecessor on that seamless transition on a rollover of the CETA between Canada and the European Union to be the basis for a Canada-UK free-trade that would allow certainty for Canadian and British companies going into the future .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there are significant complexities that the UK is grappling with in terms of negotiating the post-Brexit agreement with the European Union .
I can highlight that it ’ s fairly straightforward with Canada and we are certainly very optimistic in the ability to see things roll over smoothly .
“ The UK is engaged in many different negotiations right now but Canada is certainly there to ensure this certainty that can be given to British companies , at least with Canada , as other things are worked out in a more complex way.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ tariffs and quotas on most products .
Mr Trudeau made his intervention after holding an EU-Canada video conference with presidents Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel .
His announcement comes just a week after Trade Secretary Liz Truss secured the UK ’ s first major post-Brexit trade deal with Japan .
And it comes as Lord Frost , the Prime Minister ’ s Brexit envoy , travelled to Brussels for further wrangling over an EU-UK trade deal .
MUST READ : Brexit bombshell : UK to 'lead fight back ' against trade @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in intensive talks since Mr Johnson last week reopened the negotiations after Michel Barnier ’ s promise to finally put pen to paper on a Brexit deal after months of stalling .
European Commission President Mrs von der Leyen said the sides were making “ good progress ” but are still to overcome the main sticking points of future common standards and access to Britain ’ s fishing waters .
She said : “ We are in a critical phase now , and it 's boiling down indeed to the two topics that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is the level playing field on one side and the fisheries on the other side , but I want to remind that there are 11 other fields of files that have to be negotiated till the very end .
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Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau insisted his negotiations with London would not be bogged down in the same complexities as the EU-UK talks. He told a virtual news conference he was “very optimistic” a roll-over agreement, based on the EU’s trade pact with Ottawa, could be concluded with Britain in the coming weeks. It has been previously claimed Canada would refuse to extend its trade deal with the EU to the UK if there was no Brexit agreement.
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But Mr Trudeau claimed work was already underway to ensure an agreement is in place before the end of the year. He said: “Canada is extremely pleased to be the only G7 country that has a free-trade deal with every other G7 country and we would certainly like to keep that. “There have been many discussions over the past years between myself and Prime Minister Johnson and his predecessor on that seamless transition on a rollover of the CETA between Canada and the European Union to be the basis for a Canada-UK free-trade that would allow certainty for Canadian and British companies going into the future.
Justin Trudeau claimed he would work to strike a roll-over for the UK and Canada
Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau
“I think you’ve heard that there are significant complexities that the UK is grappling with in terms of negotiating the post-Brexit agreement with the European Union. I can highlight that it’s fairly straightforward with Canada and we are certainly very optimistic in the ability to see things roll over smoothly. “The UK is engaged in many different negotiations right now but Canada is certainly there to ensure this certainty that can be given to British companies, at least with Canada, as other things are worked out in a more complex way.” The UK-Canada free-trade agreement will eliminate tariffs and quotas on most products.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
Mr Trudeau made his intervention after holding an EU-Canada video conference with presidents Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel. His announcement comes just a week after Trade Secretary Liz Truss secured the UK’s first major post-Brexit trade deal with Japan. And it comes as Lord Frost, the Prime Minister’s Brexit envoy, travelled to Brussels for further wrangling over an EU-UK trade deal. MUST READ: Brexit bombshell: UK to 'lead fight back' against trade rule-breakers
Lord Frost and Michel Barnier continue Brexit talks in Brussels
The two sides have been locked in intensive talks since Mr Johnson last week reopened the negotiations after Michel Barnier’s promise to finally put pen to paper on a Brexit deal after months of stalling. European Commission President Mrs von der Leyen said the sides were making “good progress” but are still to overcome the main sticking points of future common standards and access to Britain’s fishing waters. She said: “We are in a critical phase now, and it's boiling down indeed to the two topics that are the most important. “It is the level playing field on one side and the fisheries on the other side, but I want to remind that there are 11 other fields of files that have to be negotiated till the very end. DON'T MISS
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