thedailyexpress--2020-09-03--Ruth Davidson mocks Nicola Sturgeon and SNP for politicising coronavirus pandemic

Ms Davidson took to social media after John Swinney warned the Scottish government 's plans to get the country back on its feet were being were being “ inhibited ” by policies decided in Westminster .
She tweeted : `` But , heaven forbid , the SNP would never politicise the pandemic . ''
Mr Swinney 's extraordinary remarks came after Ms Sturgeon pledged to publish draft legislation for independence before the country 's parliamentary election next year .
He told BBC Radio Scotland ’ s Good Morning Scotland programme : “ There are a whole range of issues which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recovery of the country post-COVID which the Scottish government can ’ t take forward . ''
He continued : `` We are facing the real danger of the loss of the furlough scheme , which is outwith the powers of the Scottish parliament .
`` It is something that is reserved to the UK Government , and the borrowing powers that we have got .
“ We can only address that and sort that issue if we are an independent country , so that is why it is imperative that we take forward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we are in a position to take the decisions that will enable us to make the economic and social recovery that we need to make .
“ We are addressing the real issues that face the people of Scotland , and we are inhibited from addressing some of these issues because we don ’ t have all of the powers in the Scottish parliament to enable us to do that .
`` So we are focusing on the long-term agenda of Scotland and making sure that the short-term objective is tackling the virus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the extent that we can with our existing powers.
” Ms Sturgeon put on hold plans for a second referendum in March to concentrate on the coronavirus crisis .
But the most sustained support for Scottish independence in the modern era has prompted nationalists to renew their push for another vote .
In a 2014 referendum on independence , Scots voted 55 percent - 45 percent to stay in the United Kingdom .
Ms Sturgeon said : `` Before the end of this parliament , we will publish a draft bill setting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an independence referendum as well as the proposed question that people will be asked in that referendum . ''
Perceptions that Boris Johnson has responded slowly to the COVID-19 pandemic and Scots ' anger over the UK 's decision to leave the European Union has led for the first time to sustained support of over 50 percent for independence .
Former Tory chief whip Andrew Mitchell said appetite for a second referendum was evident on a recent trip to Scotland .
He told BBC Two ’ s Newsnight : “ I think the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grown in the last year .
`` There ’ s no doubt about that .
I think Brexit has made the case for the Union more difficult to push in Scotland .
`` And we need to make certain that if there is going to be another referendum — and I think it will be very difficult to resist if the SNP get a strong vote next year — then in that case people need to be aware of what the consequences of dissolving the Union would be before they cast a vote.
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Ms Davidson took to social media after John Swinney warned the Scottish government's plans to get the country back on its feet were being were being “inhibited” by policies decided in Westminster.
But, heaven forbid, the SNP would never politicise the pandemic Ruth Davidson
She tweeted: "But, heaven forbid, the SNP would never politicise the pandemic." Mr Swinney's extraordinary remarks came after Ms Sturgeon pledged to publish draft legislation for independence before the country's parliamentary election next year. He told BBC Radio Scotland’s Good Morning Scotland programme: “There are a whole range of issues which are central to the economic and social recovery of the country post-COVID which the Scottish government can’t take forward."
Ruth Davidson has mocked the SNP for trying to politicise the coronavirus pandemic
He continued: "We are facing the real danger of the loss of the furlough scheme, which is outwith the powers of the Scottish parliament. "It is something that is reserved to the UK Government, and the borrowing powers that we have got. “We can only address that and sort that issue if we are an independent country, so that is why it is imperative that we take forward that approach, to make sure that we are in a position to take the decisions that will enable us to make the economic and social recovery that we need to make. “We are addressing the real issues that face the people of Scotland, and we are inhibited from addressing some of these issues because we don’t have all of the powers in the Scottish parliament to enable us to do that. READ MORE: Nicola Sturgeon's independence support 'could deteriorate'
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Ruth Davidson took to Twitter to mock the SNP's stance
John Swinney said voters should back independence to ensure a Scottish recovery from COVID-19
"So we are focusing on the long-term agenda of Scotland and making sure that the short-term objective is tackling the virus, and building economic and social recovery to the extent that we can with our existing powers.” Ms Sturgeon put on hold plans for a second referendum in March to concentrate on the coronavirus crisis. But the most sustained support for Scottish independence in the modern era has prompted nationalists to renew their push for another vote. In a 2014 referendum on independence, Scots voted 55 percent - 45 percent to stay in the United Kingdom.
Nicola Sturgeon has announced plans for a fresh independence bid
Ms Sturgeon said: "Before the end of this parliament, we will publish a draft bill setting out the proposed terms and timing of an independence referendum as well as the proposed question that people will be asked in that referendum." Perceptions that Boris Johnson has responded slowly to the COVID-19 pandemic and Scots' anger over the UK's decision to leave the European Union has led for the first time to sustained support of over 50 percent for independence. Former Tory chief whip Andrew Mitchell said appetite for a second referendum was evident on a recent trip to Scotland.
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He told BBC Two’s Newsnight: “I think the case for independence in Scotland has clearly grown in the last year. "There’s no doubt about that. I think Brexit has made the case for the Union more difficult to push in Scotland. "And we need to make certain that if there is going to be another referendum — and I think it will be very difficult to resist if the SNP get a strong vote next year — then in that case people need to be aware of what the consequences of dissolving the Union would be before they cast a vote.” DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-03--Labour SHAMED: Brexit attack backfires as Truss slams party's 'virtue-signalling tokenism'

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Liz Truss hit out at the Labour Party in Parliament after Opposition MP Ruth Cadbury criticised Matt Hancock 's defence of reported Government trade adviser Tony Abbott who is tipped to help the UK forge new Brexit partnerships .
The International Trade Secretary highlighted the fact the Labour Party has never had a female leader during the fierce clash in the House of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ On Sky this morning Kay Burley reminded the Health Secretary that her appointee is a misogynist and a homophobe .
`` The Trade Secretary ’ s colleague appeared to confirm this by saying but he is also an expert on trade .
`` Could the Trade Secretary not find an expert for the role who also demonstrates positive British values and by the way is not a climate change denier ? ''
Ms Truss replied : `` I think it is absolute hypocrisy to hear this kind of argument form the Labour Party @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as allies labelled 'subs bench ' of Labour Party

Liz Truss hits out at Labour party over Tony Abbott row
Liz Truss hit out at the Labour Party in Parliament after Opposition MP Ruth Cadbury criticised Matt Hancock's defence of reported Government trade adviser Tony Abbott who is tipped to help the UK forge new Brexit partnerships. The International Trade Secretary highlighted the fact the Labour Party has never had a female leader during the fierce clash in the House of Commons.
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Ms Cadbury said: "On Sky this morning Kay Burley reminded the Health Secretary that her appointee is a misogynist and a homophobe. "The Trade Secretary’s colleague appeared to confirm this by saying but he is also an expert on trade. "Could the Trade Secretary not find an expert for the role who also demonstrates positive British values and by the way is not a climate change denier?" Ms Truss replied: "I think it is absolute hypocrisy to hear this kind of argument form the Labour Party. READ MORE: Jeremy Corbyn MOCKED as allies labelled 'subs bench' of Labour Party
Liz Truss was involved in a fierce clash with the Labour MP
Liz Truss is the Trade Secretary
"Until recently they had a Shadow Chancellor who called for the lynching of one of my female colleagues and never apologised for it. "This is a party that has never elected a female leader despite having the opportunity time and time again. "The reality is they would rather virtue signal and indulge in tokenism rather than take real action to improve the lives of women." Some viewers took to Twitter to discuss the clash.
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-03--EU in CRISIS MODE: Germany's top banker savages EU's £666billion pandemic recovery fund

Jens Weidmann , president of the Bundesbank , took aim at the bloc ’ s £666billion ( €750 billion ) recovery fund , claiming the bailout creates a “ kind of debt illusion ” because the borrowing doesn ’ t appear in national debt figures .
European capitals have significantly increased their debt levels to finance measures to protect companies and workers from the impact of the pandemic .
Under the scheme , the European Commission will borrow cash on the international market to hand out loans and grants to pandemic-hit industries .
The European Central Bank has also bought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interest rates from creeping up .
“ It is important that all measures , including additional ones , are clearly limited in time , ” Mr Weidmann said .
He added : “ Fiscal policy should not get used to a lax course , nor should it rely on interest rates to remain so low in the long run .
“ That is why it is important to reduce the high debt ratio after the crisis.
” The EU ’ s largest economies , including Germany , France and Spain , have all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ virus is making a return .
Many capitals are also offering cheap loans , tax breaks to help cash-strapped firms as the global economy starts to recover .
Mr Weidmann claimed furlough schemes “ could also tie workers to companies that have no future and freeze structures that are obsolete ” .
He insisted the policy should not last too long , and also urged governments not to “ interfere too much in corporate decisions , for example in the case of new investments ” .
Despite supporting the scheme , the German @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remains “ high ” risk .
“ In view of the high national debt , the pressure on the central banks to adhere to the loose monetary policy longer than necessary could increase , ” he said .
“ After the crisis , the emergency monetary policy measures would have to be scaled back again .
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Bernard Ingham talks tough “ In addition , it must be clear that if the price outlook requires it , then monetary policy as a whole @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has expressed concerns the rising value of the euro risks hindering the single currency bloc ’ s recovery .
An ECB chief said : “ In the last few weeks there have been an appreciation of the euro , which is always worrisome when you have weak demand , especially as the euro area is the most open economy in the world and unusually dependent on global demand.
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Jens Weidmann, president of the Bundesbank, took aim at the bloc’s £666billion (€750 billion) recovery fund, claiming the bailout creates a “kind of debt illusion” because the borrowing doesn’t appear in national debt figures. European capitals have significantly increased their debt levels to finance measures to protect companies and workers from the impact of the pandemic. Under the scheme, the European Commission will borrow cash on the international market to hand out loans and grants to pandemic-hit industries. The European Central Bank has also bought hundreds of millions in bonds to keep interest rates from creeping up.
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“It is important that all measures, including additional ones, are clearly limited in time,” Mr Weidmann said. He added: “Fiscal policy should not get used to a lax course, nor should it rely on interest rates to remain so low in the long run. “That is why it is important to reduce the high debt ratio after the crisis.” The EU’s largest economies, including Germany, France and Spain, have all extended their furlough schemes amid signs the virus is making a return.
Germany's top central banker has warned the EU could become over reliant on debt
Jens Weidmann is the Bundesbank's president
Many capitals are also offering cheap loans, tax breaks to help cash-strapped firms as the global economy starts to recover. Mr Weidmann claimed furlough schemes “could also tie workers to companies that have no future and freeze structures that are obsolete”. He insisted the policy should not last too long, and also urged governments not to “interfere too much in corporate decisions, for example in the case of new investments”.
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Jens Weidmann with German Chancellor Angela Merkel
Despite supporting the scheme, the German warned the ECB’s bond-buying policy remains “high” risk. “In view of the high national debt, the pressure on the central banks to adhere to the loose monetary policy longer than necessary could increase,” he said. “After the crisis, the emergency monetary policy measures would have to be scaled back again. MUST READ: Boris MUST tell EU to GET LOST! Bernard Ingham talks tough
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
“In addition, it must be clear that if the price outlook requires it, then monetary policy as a whole must be normalised.” Meanwhile the ECB has expressed concerns the rising value of the euro risks hindering the single currency bloc’s recovery. An ECB chief said: “In the last few weeks there have been an appreciation of the euro, which is always worrisome when you have weak demand, especially as the euro area is the most open economy in the world and unusually dependent on global demand.” DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-03--Barnier exposed as Brexit negotiator's speech identical to one made THREE years ago

Michel Barnier met UK counterpart David Frost for emergency talks outside the official rounds of negotiations in London on Tuesday in a desperate attempt to break the deadlock in post-Brexit trade talks .
But European Union 's head negotiator launched another stinging attack against Britain just 24 hours later , accusing the UK of holding EU fishermen hostage and sarcastically wishing London `` good luck '' with surviving a no-deal Brexit .
He told the Dublin-based Institute of International and European Affairs the UK is showing no willingness to compromise over fishing rights and warned unless negotiators shifted their position @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the EU .
On Tuesday , Boris Johnson 's official spokesman had blamed Brussels for the lack of progress in trade talks after last week 's latest round of negotiations .
Speaking ahead of the next round of negotiations in London next week , Mr Barnier , who has insisted a deal must be agreed by the end of October , hit back : “ Since the start of these negotiations , the UK has not shown any willingness to seek compromises on fisheries .
`` The UK Government 's position has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Obviously the UK will recover the full sovereignty of their waters .
No doubt .
No question .
`` But it is another thing , another story , speaking about the fish which are inside those waters .
“ Where the EU has shown openness to possible solutions , the UK has shunned our offers . ''
But a UK source furiously hit back a Mr Barnier , and told The Daily Telegraph : `` Barnier ’ s speech is a deliberate and misleading caricature of our proposals aimed at deflecting scrutiny @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which are wholly unrealistic and unprecedented .
`` We have been consistently clear that we are seeking a relationship that respects our sovereignty and which has a free trade agreement at its core , similar to those the EU has already agreed with likeminded countries . ''
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UK trade official reveals other deals Tim Smith , who held several senior roles under the premiership of Theresa May following the EU referendum in June 2016 , including Head of Political Press and Special Adviser @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( DExEU ) , claimed that while the UK approach to talks has changed , Mr Barnier 's critique is still the same .
He tweeted : `` I recall issuing nearly identical source quotes to Barnier speeches 2-3 years ago .
`` UK approach changes and Barnier critique stays the same . ''
Mr Barnier claimed the UK had not tabled any new legal texts on fishing rights , and suggested the EU could drop its demand for continued access to UK waters under the same terms as it enjoys with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ DO N'T MISS Brexit Fisheries Bill : What 's in the Brexit Fisheries Bill ?
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The EU negotiator continued : “ The UK Government 's position would lock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ waters they fished in long before Ireland or the UK joined the European Economic Community in 1973 .
And of course , the fishermen and women of many other EU countries .
“ That is just not acceptable .
We will not accept that the work and the livelihoods of these men and women be used as a bargaining chip in these negotiations . ''
Mr Barnier wished the UK `` good luck '' in surviving a no-deal Brexit , warning there would be a `` huge difference '' between striking a trade @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end of the transition period on December 31 .

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Michel Barnier met UK counterpart David Frost for emergency talks outside the official rounds of negotiations in London on Tuesday in a desperate attempt to break the deadlock in post-Brexit trade talks. But European Union's head negotiator launched another stinging attack against Britain just 24 hours later, accusing the UK of holding EU fishermen hostage and sarcastically wishing London "good luck" with surviving a no-deal Brexit. He told the Dublin-based Institute of International and European Affairs the UK is showing no willingness to compromise over fishing rights and warned unless negotiators shifted their position significantly, there would be no deal with the EU.
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Since the start of these negotiations, the UK has not shown any willingness to seek compromises on fisheries. The UK Government's position has not evolved in the past months Michel Barnier
On Tuesday, Boris Johnson's official spokesman had blamed Brussels for the lack of progress in trade talks after last week's latest round of negotiations. Speaking ahead of the next round of negotiations in London next week, Mr Barnier, who has insisted a deal must be agreed by the end of October, hit back: “Since the start of these negotiations, the UK has not shown any willingness to seek compromises on fisheries. "The UK Government's position has not evolved in the past months. “Obviously the UK will recover the full sovereignty of their waters. No doubt. No question.
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"But it is another thing, another story, speaking about the fish which are inside those waters. “Where the EU has shown openness to possible solutions, the UK has shunned our offers." But a UK source furiously hit back a Mr Barnier, and told The Daily Telegraph: "Barnier’s speech is a deliberate and misleading caricature of our proposals aimed at deflecting scrutiny from the EU’s own positions which are wholly unrealistic and unprecedented. "We have been consistently clear that we are seeking a relationship that respects our sovereignty and which has a free trade agreement at its core, similar to those the EU has already agreed with likeminded countries." READ MORE: Brexit LIVE: Forget the EU! UK trade official reveals other deals
Brexit news: Tim Smith claimed the criticism from Michel Barnier is identical to two-to-three years ago
Tim Smith, who held several senior roles under the premiership of Theresa May following the EU referendum in June 2016, including Head of Political Press and Special Adviser in the Department for Exiting the EU (DExEU), claimed that while the UK approach to talks has changed, Mr Barnier's critique is still the same. He tweeted: "I recall issuing nearly identical source quotes to Barnier speeches 2-3 years ago. "UK approach changes and Barnier critique stays the same." Mr Barnier claimed the UK had not tabled any new legal texts on fishing rights, and suggested the EU could drop its demand for continued access to UK waters under the same terms as it enjoys with the Common Fisheries Policy (CFP). DON'T MISS
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British negotiators are pushing for an agreement that would include annual negotiations over fishing opportunities based on the zonal attachment method rather than the CFP’s catch patterns. The EU negotiator continued: “The UK Government's position would lock out Ireland's fishermen and women from waters they fished in long before Ireland or the UK joined the European Economic Community in 1973. And of course, the fishermen and women of many other EU countries. “That is just not acceptable. We will not accept that the work and the livelihoods of these men and women be used as a bargaining chip in these negotiations." Mr Barnier wished the UK "good luck" in surviving a no-deal Brexit, warning there would be a "huge difference" between striking a trade deal and a no-deal exit at the end of the transition period on December 31.
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-03--Brexit Fisheries Bill: What's in the Brexit Fisheries Bill?

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MPs have been encouraged to back a flagship Brexit legislation which will implement controls on foreign vessels seeking to access UK fishing waters .
The SNP have attempted to block any further amendments to the bill until the outcome of the Brexit trade negotiations is known .
Brexit negotiations are still ongoing , but both sides have been in deadlock for some time over key areas of the post Brexit relationship between the UK and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ agreed to intensify talks over the summer to work towards a deal on trade and the future relationship , after extremely sluggish progress during the first few months of negotiations .
At the end of the most recent round of talks in August , according to David Frost and Michel Barnier , there had been progress on energy co-operation , participation in union programmes and anti-money laundering , but no progress has been made on fisheries and state aid .
An agreement needs to be reached by the end of October so it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU and UK 's responsible institutions .

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MPs have been encouraged to back a flagship Brexit legislation which will implement controls on foreign vessels seeking to access UK fishing waters. The SNP have attempted to block any further amendments to the bill until the outcome of the Brexit trade negotiations is known.
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Brexit negotiations are still ongoing, but both sides have been in deadlock for some time over key areas of the post Brexit relationship between the UK and the EU. In June both sides agreed to intensify talks over the summer to work towards a deal on trade and the future relationship, after extremely sluggish progress during the first few months of negotiations. At the end of the most recent round of talks in August, according to David Frost and Michel Barnier, there had been progress on energy co-operation, participation in union programmes and anti-money laundering, but no progress has been made on fisheries and state aid. An agreement needs to be reached by the end of October so it can be ratified and passed by the EU and UK's responsible institutions.
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READ MORE No deal Brexit consequences: What will a no deal Brexit mean? What is in the Brexit Fisheries Bill? The fisheries bill creates the powers for the country to operate as an independent coastal state and manage its fish stocks outside European Union rules. The legislation enables the UK to become an independent coastal state post-Brexit, with foreign fishing boats barred from fishing in UK waters unless licensed to do so. The Common Fisheries Policy currently sets out how much British fishermen can catch and where.
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Brexit Fisheries Bill: The bill sets down in law that all fish stocks must be fished at sustainable levels
It also allows vessels registered elsewhere in the EU to fish in UK waters - but the new legislation will end those automatic rights of access. Instead, access will be for the UK to negotiate in the future and foreign vessels will have to be licensed if they fish in British waters. The bill sets down in law that all fish stocks must be fished at sustainable levels, and aims to ensure species such as dolphins are protected. It also includes measures on "climate-smart fishing" to consider the impact of climate change on the sector - for example, if fish populations move as a result of rising temperatures. DON'T MISS
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READ MORE Barnier's 'deliberate and misleading' Brexit remarks leave UK raging As well as this it will also ensure that UK boats can continue to access any part of UK waters, as they do now regardless, whether they are registered in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland Fishing is a major sticking point in Brexit negotiations, and Scotland are particularly keen to have a say in the bill, as the country has a world-class fishing industry. The bill has been making its way through the houses, with different parties making different demands of amendments to the bill. The SNP has asked the Scottish Tories to tow the line of constituents rather than the Westminster powers, with the SNP worried Scotland could lose out if it is locked out of talks as a devolved power.
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-04--'It's a workplace!' Tory hits back after claims Boris broke own coronavirus rules

Currently , gatherings of more than 30 people are illegal under the Government 's COVID-19 guidelines .
Those who break the rules could risk a fine of up to £1,000 .
Opposition MPs are demanding an investigation and for police action if the claims are found to be true .
Commenting on the story today , the Prime Minister 's spokesman did not deny the claims .
They added : `` The Prime Minister abides by the social distancing rules that are in place . ''
Three MPs told Bloomberg the group was packed into a room limited to just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to social distancing measures , late arrivals to the meeting were forced to pack tightly into the room .
Despite the criticism towards the Prime Minister , chair of the 1922 Committee of backbench MPs , Sir Graham Brady , claimed social distancing measures were maintained during the meeting .
He added : `` It 's a workplace and social distancing of one metre plus was maintained as per Government guidance for other workplaces .
`` Obviously it is important that the democratic process is not interrupted.
” In criticism of the alleged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Wera Hobhouse and Scottish Lib Dem MP for North East Fife , Wendy Chamberlain , wrote a letter to Commons Leader Jacob Rees-Mogg seeking assurances on the matter .
`` We are seeking your assurance that a full investigation will be made into the event and if these reports are true , any evidence of criminal activity will be passed on to the relevant Police Services .
`` As you will no doubt be aware , it is currently illegal to meet in gatherings of over 30 - in addition to being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Speaker 's Office .
`` Reports such as those of the 1922 Committee last night undermine faith in the Government and ultimately impact on the effectiveness of Government public health messaging .
`` We can not allow it to look as though there is one rule for Conservative MPs and another for the rest of the country . ''

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Opposition MPs are demanding an investigation and for police action to be taken if the claims are found to be true. But Tory MPs have hit back at the allegations, saying the so-called gathering would pass current rules as it was held at a workplace as part of their job. Gatherings of more than 30 people are currently illegal under the Government's COVID-19 guidelines. Those who break the rules on illegal gatherings could risk a fine of up to £3,200.
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Commenting on the story today, the Prime Minister's spokesman did not deny the claims. But they added: "The Prime Minister abides by the social distancing rules that are in place." Three MPs told Bloomberg the group was packed into a room limited to just 29. Although some MPs did adhere to social distancing measures, late arrivals to the meeting were forced to pack tightly into the room.
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Despite the criticism towards the Prime Minister, chair of the 1922 Committee of backbench MPs, Sir Graham Brady, claimed social distancing measures were maintained during the meeting. He added: "It's a workplace and social distancing of one metre plus was maintained as per Government guidance for other workplaces. "Obviously it is important that the democratic process is not interrupted.” In criticism of the alleged gathering, Lib Dem MP for Norden, Wera Hobhouse and Scottish Lib Dem MP for North East Fife, Wendy Chamberlain, wrote a letter to Commons Leader Jacob Rees-Mogg seeking assurances on the matter. JUST IN: Coronavirus map LIVE: Leeds to be added to lockdown watch list [Live blog]
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"We are seeking your assurance that a full investigation will be made into the event and if these reports are true, any evidence of criminal activity will be passed on to the relevant Police Services. "As you will no doubt be aware, it is currently illegal to meet in gatherings of over 30 - in addition to being against the Parliamentary rules set by the Speaker's Office. "Reports such as those of the 1922 Committee last night undermine faith in the Government and ultimately impact on the effectiveness of Government public health messaging. "We cannot allow it to look as though there is one rule for Conservative MPs and another for the rest of the country." DON'T MISS
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This comes as the Government has pledged to push forward with a new nationwide testing strategy. This week Health Secretary, Matt Hancock revealed a new £500million investment in community testing trials across the country. While this new regime will be brought in, it will not replace the UK's push for a new vaccine. It will also run alongside the Test and Trace programme.
UK cases as of August 3
He said: "Short of a vaccine, this is the best chance we have of reducing social distancing whilst controlling the virus, especially with winter coming, with all the challenges that brings. "At the moment the system works well. Of course there are operational challenges from time to time but it works well.
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-04--Bring out the big guns! Boris Johnson can SAVE doomed EU Brexit deal at last minute

Trade talks between the UK and EU have been ongoing for more than five months as both sides desperately try to thrash out an agreement before the end of the transition period on December 31 - a deadline the Prime Minister has refused to extend .
But little progress has been made in seven rounds of official talks between the negotiating teams led by the UK 's David Frost and EU counterpart Michel Barnier .
Both sides have blamed each other for the continued deadlock , with significant distance remaining between them on several crucial red lines , predominantly fishing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ level playing field .
Mr Johnson delivered on his general election manifesto to `` Get Brexit Done '' on January 31 , with London and Brussels entering into an 11-month transition period .
The Prime Minister 's direct involvement in post-Brexit trade talks with the EU has been minimal , leaving Mr Frost to head up the negotiating strategy .
But Best for Britain , which launched in April 2017 to stop Brexit and continue the UK 's membership of the EU , has warned `` controversial decisions '' must now be taken @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The campaign group 's CEO Naomi Smith believes significant progress could be made on several crucial red lines once `` political actors '' involve themselves , but warned this must happen quickly as the clock ticks down to a no-deal Brexit .
She told Express.co.uk : `` The signs of late have not been encouraging , with EU sources talking despondently about a `` whole summer wasted '' .
Controversial decisions will have to be taken at a political , rather than negotiator level . ''
When asked whether a no-deal Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made during the eighth round of talks between the UK and EU in London next week , Ms Smith replied : “ Nothing is inevitable until the clock runs out .
`` Once the political actors themselves get involved , we are much more likely to see movement on the red lines each side claims to have .
`` The ticking is loud , but there is still time , and it is remarkable how much can be agreed in late-night talks once some momentum is built up .
READ MORE : Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deal at just 30 % '' These negotiations are difficult but the prize is substantial – while there is time , there is hope . ''
The Best for Britain CEO said despite the continued deadlock , the UK and EU will both eventually have to give ground on some of their red lines to make a breakthrough in trade talks , insisting compromising should not be seen as a sign of weakness .
But she warned until there is progress made on the crucial red lines of fisheries and state aid , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talks will remain stalled as `` in such negotiations , nothing is agreed until everything is agreed '' .
Ms Smith said : `` In trade negotiations , both sides must appear to blink simultaneously .
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[ POLL ] '' Compromise is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , particularly if the UK and EU are to agree a deal before the year 's end . ''
The Best for Britain CEO also warned the UK or EU walking away from the negotiating table `` solves nothing '' , as it would only push existing problems into next year and magnify their impact further .
She believes a trade deal is equally `` essential '' for both the UK and EU , urging both negotiating teams to distance themselves from `` zero-sum politic '' and `` accept that deals benefit everyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Walking away solves nothing .
UK-EU trade will continue , whatever happens , and walking away would simply push our existing issues into next year and beyond .
`` However , without a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement , that trade will be unnecessarily constricted by red tape , border delays and tariffs which will drive up the costs of both goods and basic foodstuffs for British consumers . ''

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Trade talks between the UK and EU have been ongoing for more than five months as both sides desperately try to thrash out an agreement before the end of the transition period on December 31 - a deadline the Prime Minister has refused to extend. But little progress has been made in seven rounds of official talks between the negotiating teams led by the UK's David Frost and EU counterpart Michel Barnier. Both sides have blamed each other for the continued deadlock, with significant distance remaining between them on several crucial red lines, predominantly fishing, state aid and the EU's level playing field.
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Mr Johnson delivered on his general election manifesto to "Get Brexit Done" on January 31, with London and Brussels entering into an 11-month transition period. The Prime Minister's direct involvement in post-Brexit trade talks with the EU has been minimal, leaving Mr Frost to head up the negotiating strategy. But Best for Britain, which launched in April 2017 to stop Brexit and continue the UK's membership of the EU, has warned "controversial decisions" must now be taken at a political rather than negotiator level. The campaign group's CEO Naomi Smith believes significant progress could be made on several crucial red lines once "political actors" involve themselves, but warned this must happen quickly as the clock ticks down to a no-deal Brexit.
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She told Express.co.uk: "The signs of late have not been encouraging, with EU sources talking despondently about a "whole summer wasted". Controversial decisions will have to be taken at a political, rather than negotiator level." When asked whether a no-deal Brexit is inevitable if there is no progress made during the eighth round of talks between the UK and EU in London next week, Ms Smith replied: “Nothing is inevitable until the clock runs out. "Once the political actors themselves get involved, we are much more likely to see movement on the red lines each side claims to have. "The ticking is loud, but there is still time, and it is remarkable how much can be agreed in late-night talks once some momentum is built up. READ MORE: Brexit LIVE: Boris Johnson puts chance of deal at just 30%
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Brexit news: Michel Barnier has warned the UK a no deal outcome is edging closer
"These negotiations are difficult but the prize is substantial – while there is time, there is hope." The Best for Britain CEO said despite the continued deadlock, the UK and EU will both eventually have to give ground on some of their red lines to make a breakthrough in trade talks, insisting compromising should not be seen as a sign of weakness. But she warned until there is progress made on the crucial red lines of fisheries and state aid, which remain "extremely problematic", talks will remain stalled as "in such negotiations, nothing is agreed until everything is agreed". Ms Smith said: "In trade negotiations, both sides must appear to blink simultaneously. DON'T MISS
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"Compromise is not weak: it is utterly essential, particularly if the UK and EU are to agree a deal before the year's end." The Best for Britain CEO also warned the UK or EU walking away from the negotiating table "solves nothing", as it would only push existing problems into next year and magnify their impact further. She believes a trade deal is equally "essential" for both the UK and EU, urging both negotiating teams to distance themselves from "zero-sum politic" and "accept that deals benefit everyone". Ms Smith concluded: "Walking away solves nothing. UK-EU trade will continue, whatever happens, and walking away would simply push our existing issues into next year and beyond. "However, without a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement, that trade will be unnecessarily constricted by red tape, border delays and tariffs which will drive up the costs of both goods and basic foodstuffs for British consumers."
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-04--Greece rejects Nato peace talks as Turkey feud erupts with order to remove warships

Athens insisted the only way to de-escalate the situation was for Turkey to withdraw its warships from Greek waters .
The furious rebuke comes after Nato secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg claimed the two members of the military alliance had agreed to technical talks to defuse a row over energy exploration .
Mr Stoltenberg said : “ Following my discussions with Greek and Turkish leaders , the two allies have agreed to enter into technical talks at Nato to establish deconfliction mechanisms and rescue the risk of incidents and accidents in the Eastern Mediterranean.
” He added : “ I remain in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find a solution to the tensions in the spirit of Nato solidarity.
” But Greek diplomatic sources hit back , claiming the Nato chief ’ s statement “ does not correspond to reality ” .
“ De-escalation is only the immediate removal of all Turkish ships from the Greek waters , ” one source said .
Tensions between Nato members Greece and Turkey have reached breaking point in recent weeks .
It comes after Ankara decided to send its Oruc Reis research vessel , accompanied by a naval escort , into Greek territorial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced several extensions to his exploration programme despite the threat of European Union sanctions .
The Turkish foreign ministry voiced its support for Nato to mediate discussions between the two parties .
A statement said : “ This initiative , which is also supported by Turkey , refers to the initiation of military-technical meetings between the two countries with Nato , as the secretary-general announced.
” “ We expect Greece to support this initiative of the secretary-general of Nato , ” the Turkish foreign ministry added .
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Turkey will make ‘no concessions’ over waters warns Erdogan
Athens insisted the only way to de-escalate the situation was for Turkey to withdraw its warships from Greek waters. The furious rebuke comes after Nato secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg claimed the two members of the military alliance had agreed to technical talks to defuse a row over energy exploration. Mr Stoltenberg said: “Following my discussions with Greek and Turkish leaders, the two allies have agreed to enter into technical talks at Nato to establish deconfliction mechanisms and rescue the risk of incidents and accidents in the Eastern Mediterranean.”
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He added: “I remain in close touch with all concerned allies to find a solution to the tensions in the spirit of Nato solidarity.” But Greek diplomatic sources hit back, claiming the Nato chief’s statement “does not correspond to reality”. “De-escalation is only the immediate removal of all Turkish ships from the Greek waters,” one source said.
Greece rejects Nato intervention in row with Turkey over energy exploration
Nato secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg
Tensions between Nato members Greece and Turkey have reached breaking point in recent weeks. It comes after Ankara decided to send its Oruc Reis research vessel, accompanied by a naval escort, into Greek territorial waters to hunt for natural gas. Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced several extensions to his exploration programme despite the threat of European Union sanctions.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
The Turkish foreign ministry voiced its support for Nato to mediate discussions between the two parties. A statement said: “This initiative, which is also supported by Turkey, refers to the initiation of military-technical meetings between the two countries with Nato, as the secretary-general announced.” “We expect Greece to support this initiative of the secretary-general of Nato,” the Turkish foreign ministry added. MUST READ: Macron will not ‘fall into’ the trap of waging war with Turkey
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-04--France puts foot down as MEP predicts Brexit plan will destroy THIRD of EU's fishing fleet

Michel Barnier has refused to consider Boris Johnson ’ s proposals because they hand UK boats a sizable boost .
The European Union ’ s chief negotiator has complained this could put a third of the bloc ’ s fishing fleet out of business .
David Frost , the Prime Minister ’ s Brexit envoy , has tabled plans that would double the amount British fishermen can catch in the UK ’ s coastal waters .
But the plans have been branded “ unrealistic ” by influential European policymakers , who have ordered Mr Barnier to stand firm on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MPs urged the Prime Minister ’ s negotiator to hold a firm line against Brussels .
Steve Double said : “ For too long EU fishing boats have been able to catch more fish in our waters than our own fishing fleet .
“ Brexit and the Fisheries Bill which began its passage through the Commons this week provides the opportunity to take back control of our waters and give our fishermen a much fairer share of quotas .
“ This will benefit our fishermen , the communities they are a part of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ am delighted that the Government has held firm in the negotiations and kept faith with our fishermen.
” Germany yesterday insisted the UK should sign up to “ at least the status quo ” .
Agriculture minister Julia Klockner said the bloc would have to start preparing for European boats being locked out of British waters after the end of the post-Brexit transition period .
She told the EU Parliament if Britain wanted access to the single market , Downing Street must surrender access to Britain ’ s waters .
French MEP Pierre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fisheries committee , said : “ We just want an agreement in which we do not from one day to another destroy one third of the EU fishing fleet.
” The row over fisheries is likely to escalate when the two sides hold a round of trade talks in London next week .
No.10 accused the EU of disregarding the UK ’ s status as an independent coastal state in the wrangling over the future relationship .
The Prime Minister ’ s spokesman said : “ The EU refused to engage with our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brought to the table , insisting that we must accept continuity with EU fisheries policy and disregarding the UK ’ s status as an independent coastal state .
“ We need more realism from the EU on the scale of the change that results from our leaving.
” The Government is seeking to use scientific methods – known as “ zonal attachment ” – to set new quota shares after the transition period .
Whereas Brussels is demanding the pact based on “ relative stability ” from its Common Fisheries Policy , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the quota shares .
MUST READ : Germany ready to prop up EU fishermen with £4.5bn Brexit fund The current terms have left Britain ’ s coastal communities on the edge of ruin as European boats prosper from access to the country ’ s waters .
In the UK ’ s Celtic Sea waters , UK vessels are allowed to catch just 10 percent of the haddock quota , and French fishermen net 66 percent .
In the Channel , European boats take 91 percent of cod .
And , in the North @ @ @ @ @ @ @ catch just four percent of sole .
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Michel Barnier has refused to consider Boris Johnson’s proposals because they hand UK boats a sizable boost. The European Union’s chief negotiator has complained this could put a third of the bloc’s fishing fleet out of business. David Frost, the Prime Minister’s Brexit envoy, has tabled plans that would double the amount British fishermen can catch in the UK’s coastal waters.
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But the plans have been branded “unrealistic” by influential European policymakers, who have ordered Mr Barnier to stand firm on the bloc’s fisheries demands. Tory MPs urged the Prime Minister’s negotiator to hold a firm line against Brussels. Steve Double said: “For too long EU fishing boats have been able to catch more fish in our waters than our own fishing fleet. “Brexit and the Fisheries Bill which began its passage through the Commons this week provides the opportunity to take back control of our waters and give our fishermen a much fairer share of quotas. “This will benefit our fishermen, the communities they are a part of and the wider fishing industry. I am delighted that the Government has held firm in the negotiations and kept faith with our fishermen.”
Michel Barnier still unwilling to move away from EU's fisheries demands
Michel Barnier is the EU's chief Brexit negotiator
Germany yesterday insisted the UK should sign up to “at least the status quo”. Agriculture minister Julia Klockner said the bloc would have to start preparing for European boats being locked out of British waters after the end of the post-Brexit transition period. She told the EU Parliament if Britain wanted access to the single market, Downing Street must surrender access to Britain’s waters. French MEP Pierre Karleskind, who chairs the institution's fisheries committee, said: “We just want an agreement in which we do not from one day to another destroy one third of the EU fishing fleet.”
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Boris Johnson wants to use Brexit to secure a victory for UK fishermen
The row over fisheries is likely to escalate when the two sides hold a round of trade talks in London next week. No.10 accused the EU of disregarding the UK’s status as an independent coastal state in the wrangling over the future relationship. The Prime Minister’s spokesman said: “The EU refused to engage with our proposals and the document we’ve brought to the table, insisting that we must accept continuity with EU fisheries policy and disregarding the UK’s status as an independent coastal state. “We need more realism from the EU on the scale of the change that results from our leaving.” The Government is seeking to use scientific methods – known as “zonal attachment” – to set new quota shares after the transition period. Whereas Brussels is demanding the pact based on “relative stability” from its Common Fisheries Policy, which Britain joined in 1973, to establish the quota shares. MUST READ: Germany ready to prop up EU fishermen with £4.5bn Brexit fund
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The current terms have left Britain’s coastal communities on the edge of ruin as European boats prosper from access to the country’s waters. In the UK’s Celtic Sea waters, UK vessels are allowed to catch just 10 percent of the haddock quota, and French fishermen net 66 percent. In the Channel, European boats take 91 percent of cod. And, in the North Sea, British boats are allowed to catch just four percent of sole. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-09-04--Brexit LIVE: Boris Johnson puts chance of deal at 30% – and the problem is NOT fish quotas

James Forsyth , the political editor of The Spectator , wrote in a column for The Times : `` The chances of a Brexit deal have receded significantly over the summer .
`` Inside No 10 , they now think there is only a 30 to 40 percent chance that there will be an agreement .
`` The sticking point isn ’ t fish — I ’ m told that there is a “ deal to be done ” there — but state aid , the question of how much freedom Britain should have to subsidise companies and industries .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to agree to any new state aid rules with the EU that would prevent the Government from actively investing in the technologies of the future - a plan that puts him on a direct collision course with Brussels .
1.38pm update : Bring out the big guns !
Boris Johnson can SAVE doomed EU Brexit deal at last minute Boris Johnson can make a last-minute intervention to save doomed post-Brexit trade talks with the EU , one political expert has insisted , but warned `` political actors '' will have to get themselves @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outcome .
The Prime Minister 's direct involvement in post-Brexit trade talks with the EU has been minimal , leaving lead negotiator David Frost to head up the negotiating strategy .
But Best for Britain , which launched in April 2017 to stop Brexit and continue the UK 's membership of the EU , has warned `` controversial decisions '' must now be taken at a political rather than negotiator level .
The campaign group 's CEO Naomi Smith believes significant progress could be made on several crucial red lines once `` political @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this must happen quickly as the clock ticks down to a no-deal Brexit .
1.25pm update : European Council President warns UK to 'clarify what they want ' in trade talks Charles Michel has urged Britain to provide more clarity on its plans for state aid in order to unlock some progress in the deadlocked trade negotiations with the EU .
Speaking to Reuters and five other European news agencies , he said : `` Sooner or later , the UK should clarify what they want .
It 's not possible to leave @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time keep all the benefits . ''
`` The UK should clarify its position .
For us , the level-playing field is key and essential .
`` It 's impossible that they diverge and there are no consequences , for example on tariffs . ''
1.10pm update : No trade deal fears rise as talks remained deadlocked on state aid The prospect of the UK leaving the EU without a trade deal have significantly increased because of London 's insistence on having full autonomy over its state aid plans , negotiators and diplomats @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` The chances for a deal , or a no-deal , are 50/50 .
`` There has been absolutely no movement from the British side in the talks .
`` It this approach does n't change quickly , we wo n't be able to negotiate a deal in time . ''
Michel Barnier has told UK counterpart David Frost that Britain must move on state aid , or there will not be an agreement , according to EU diplomats .
But he has said London has not shown enough flexibility and creativity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disputes in order to seal a deal on new trade ties .
A second European diplomat said : `` The feedback after Barnier 's talks with Frost in London on Sunday was negative , there has been no breakthrough , '' said a second European diplomat .
`` The Commission now worries the next negotiating round will end up with nothing , '' the diplomat said .
`` If the UK does n't move a bit on the state aid thing , we have a problem . ''
1pm update : We need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in trade talks - Downing Street The UK has warned the EU to be more realistic in its approach to post-Brexit trade talks , but declined to comment on a report Boris Johnson 's office sees the chances of a deal at 30-40 percent .
When asked about the report in The Times , the Prime Minister 's spokesman said : `` I 'm not going to get drawn into percentages .
`` Our goal remains to reach an agreement , and we 'll continue to work hard to do that , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of work still to be done .
`` We need more realism from the EU , and them to show they understand the fundamentals of our position as an independent country . ''
12pm update : France puts foot down as MEP predicts Brexit plan will destroy THIRD of EU 's fishing fleet The European Union is willing to only accept `` minor changes '' to the opportunities for British fishermen in a move that could scupper Brexit talks .
Michel Barnier has refused to consider Boris Johnson ’ s proposals because they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ # The European Union ’ s chief negotiator has complained this could put a third of the bloc ’ s fishing fleet out of business .
David Frost , the Prime Minister ’ s Brexit envoy , has tabled plans that would double the amount British fishermen can catch in the UK ’ s coastal waters .
But the plans have been branded “ unrealistic ” by influential European policymakers , who have ordered Mr Barnier to stand firm on the bloc ’ s fisheries demands .
10.48am update : Farage quickly corrected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MEP Brexit Party Member of the European Parliament Ben Habib replied to Mr Farage : `` Nigel by definition it isn ’ t annually reviewable , otherwise it would be a meaningless offer .
`` Boris is seeking to sign up a long term fishing quota system in breach of manifesto pledges . ''
10.25am update : Germany ready to prop up EU fishermen with £4.5bn Brexit fund A senior German politician urged EU chiefs to prepare for European fishing vessels to be barred from UK waters .
Julia Klockner , the agriculture @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s government , predicted that EU negotiators will continue to demand unchanged access to UK waters .
Ms Klockner said the industry could be propped up by a £4.5billion reserve fund for the “ fallout of a no-deal Brexit ” .
She told the European Parliament ’ s fisheries committee : “ We need to defend the interest of our fisheries industry and our processing industry in the EU .
“ Our fishermen and women need access rights to the UK ’ s territorial waters and need fishing opportunities .
“ I certainly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But , of course , we need to prepare for all scenarios , including a no-deal scenario.
” 10.10am update : Farage warns Barnier to bow to Boris fishing demands or no deal will be 'only acceptable outcome ' Fishing has proved to be a huge sticking point in trade talks , with Britain wanting the percentage of quotas reserved for UK vessels in its waters doubled from 25 percent to more than 50 percent .
Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage tweeted : `` Boris has made a very generous fisheries offer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` For 40 years the EU fleet has been able to take advantage of us .
`` If Barnier rejects this then No Deal will be the only acceptable outcome . ''
9.21am update : UK 'absolutely confident ' will keep supply chains moving after Brexit Britian is `` absolutely confident '' it will be able to keep supply chains moving after Brexit , regaredles of the outcome of negotiations with the European Union on a future trade agreement .
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps was responding to a warning from Britain 's customs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ border preparations were inadequate and risk causing disruption to supply chains next year .
He said the UK 's supply chains had been under intense pressure during the coronavirus pandemic , but had ultimately responded well .
He told BBC radio : `` We 've kept the supply chains going and I 'm absolutely confident we 'll do that again in the future going forward . ''
9.08am update : Haulage firms demand 'urgent ' meeting with Government over concerns around Brexit border plans Haulage bosses want an `` urgen '' meeting with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ significant gaps '' in the UK 's Brexit border preparations .
Eight logistics firms have written to Michael Gove to highlight fears the UK-EU supply chain `` will be severely disrupted '' next year if issues are not resolved before Brexit .
The group wants a roundtable meeting with the Cabinet Office minister , as well as with Chancellor Rishi Sunak and Transport Secretary Grant Shapps to discuss areas including IT systems and physical border infrastructure .
The letter states : `` As key participants in the supply chain who will be required @ @ @ @ @ @ @ GB and EU traders next year , we have visibility of the current state of preparedness which as it stands has significant gaps .
`` If these issues are not addressed disruption to UK business and the supply chain that we all rely so heavily on will be severely disrupted . ''
The letter adds : `` The Covid pandemic has demonstrated to both Government and the general public the importance of a free-flowing supply chain , and with transition occurring at the same time as a potential second Covid spike it is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protected .
`` We are asking you to take seriously our concerns and listen to the detail during this roundtable so that we can collectively help Government manage through this enormous challenge with as little disruption as possible .
`` Our aim , like yours , is to have a functional and effective border that allows goods to flow from January 1 2021 . ''
8.25am update : Brexit warning - UK will be forced to make first move in crunch EU talks and compromise The UK could eventually blink first in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because the Brussels bloc will be able to absorb the devastating impact of a no-deal Brexit much better than Britain .
Tim Bale , Deputy Director at the UK in a Changing Europe think tank and Politics Professor at Queen Mary University of London , warned while both sides will wait for the other to blink as the clock ticks down to a no-deal Brexit , the UK could be forced to make its move first .
He said Britain is not in a position to be able to absorb the impact of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be able to , due to an immediate shortage in supplies across a number of lucrative sectors and industries .
8.10am update : 'No deal .
No problem ! '
Frost urged to 'stick to his guns ' over fishing The UK 's chief negotiator David Frost has been urged to stand his ground in trade talks with the EU over fishing , which has proved to be one of the major stumbling blocks in negotiations so far .
Britain wants the percentage of quotas reserved for UK vessels in its waters doubled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ percent .
Brexit Party chairman Richard Tice tweeted : NO sell out of fishing .
`` Our excellent negotiator David Frost must stick to his guns : Covid has taught us that we must make more in Britain & buy more from Britain to create & protect British jobs .
8am update : UK sees only 30-40 percent chance of deal with EU - report Senior UK officials in Boris Johnson 's office see only a 30-40 percent chance there will be a trade deal with the EU due to the continued deadlock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ desire to use state aid to bulk up its technology sector means the Prime minister 's top officials are unwilling to budge in negotiations on state aid .
James Forsyth , political editor of The Spectator , wrote in a column for The Times : `` The chances of a Brexit deal have receded significantly over the summer .
`` Inside No 10 , they now think there is only a 30 to 40 percent chance that there will be an agreement .
`` The sticking point isn ’ t fish — I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ deal to be done ” there — but state aid , the question of how much freedom Britain should have to subsidise companies and industries . ''

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The EU's chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier has warned British counterpart David Frost a deal must be agreed by the end of October to be ratified by the European Parliament in time for the end of the transition period on December 31. If no deal is agreed, London and Brussels will fall back to trading on World Trade Organisation (WTO) terms - adding potentially huge tariffs to a range of exports, including fish. But the UK's desire to use state aid to bulk up its technology sector means the Boris Johnson's top team are unwilling to budge in negotiations on this crucial red line, which continues to be a major stumbling block in trade talks.
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James Forsyth, the political editor of The Spectator, wrote in a column for The Times: "The chances of a Brexit deal have receded significantly over the summer. "Inside No 10, they now think there is only a 30 to 40 percent chance that there will be an agreement. "The sticking point isn’t fish — I’m told that there is a “deal to be done” there — but state aid, the question of how much freedom Britain should have to subsidise companies and industries." The Prime Minister does not want to agree to any new state aid rules with the EU that would prevent the Government from actively investing in the technologies of the future - a plan that puts him on a direct collision course with Brussels.
Brexit latest: Boris Johnson's top officials only think there is a 30-40 percent chance of a deal
Mr Barnier has repeatedly warned he will not agree to any deal until the UK details an acceptable state aid regime that would not allow its own firms a competitive advantage over their EU counterparts. Fishing also continues to be a huge sticking point in trade talks, with Britain wanting the percentage of quotas reserved for UK vessels in its waters doubled from 25 percent to more than 50 percent. FOLLOW EXPRESS.CO.UK FOR LIVE UPDATES:
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Saturday, September 5
6.03am update: EU pushing for ability to veto certain UK decisions post-Brexit - claim The EU is pushing for a policy that would allow it to potentially veto certain decisions the UK makes post-Brexit, the Times reports. Senior government officials told the paper EU negotiator Michel Barnier is insisting any regulatory changes the UK makes after Brexit that could affect UK-EU trade must be subject to EU approval first. The EU reportedly wants the rule to be written into any post-Brexit trade deal, and would mean the UK would have to go through a “dispute resolution process” if it wanted to reform its environmental or social laws, The Times added. 4.00am update: David Frost voices concern about next trade talk round before it begins The UK’s Brexit negotiator David Frost has warned next week’s Brexit talks could be “limited” by the EU’s stance, Reuters reports. His comments come amid mounting concerns for a no-deal Brexit as the December 31 deadline approaches. On Twitter, Mr Frost said the UK would “negotiate constructively” for a deal, but added, regarding issues such as state aid: “From the very beginning we have been very clear about what we can accept in these areas, which are fundamental to our status as an independent country.” 1.00am update: Step aside, Barnier! EU member states set to take over Brexit talks as deadline looms European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is expected to sideline Brussels’ chief negotiator Michel Barnier in order to reach a Brexit deal, The Telegraph has claimed. Instead, heads of 27 EU member states will take over the EU-UK trade talks as the two sides seek to secure a deal before December 31. An EU diplomat said EU leaders including Angela Merkel and President of the European Council Charles Michel will “lead” negotiations. It is thought Mrs von der Leyen will reveal more in a speech due on September 16.
Friday, September 4
11.18pm update: Tory MP 'hugely surprised' as council leader blasts plans for post-Brexit lorry park A Conservative MP has expressed surprise after the leader of the Labour-run Warrington Council criticised the government’s plans for a new post-Brexit lorry park in the area. Council Leader Russ Bowden said the government’s decision had been “imposed on us without any consultation” and blasted what he called “centralised decision-making”. He added: “Decisions of this magnitude should be made locally, not through a national, centralised approach.” But Andy Carter, Tory MP for Warrington South, argued the lorry park, which is due to be built on an industrial estate in Appleton Thorn, would create jobs. According to the Warrington Guardian, Mr Carter said: “I’m hugely surprised to hear the leader of the council arguing against bringing much-needed jobs into the town, while at the same time ripping up huge swathes of the green belt.” Edward Browne takes over live reporting from Emily Ferguson
A lorry queue near Kent in 2015
9.52pm update: Boris urged NOT to accept same fishing policy in EU trade talks - 'Not in a million years' Brexit trade talks with the EU remain at a deadlock, despite having just weeks left to secure a deal ahead of the end of the transition period on December 31. The two sides are unable to agree on several key points, including fishing rights. The EU want a deal done by October so that it can be ratified before the transition period runs out. But Boris Johnson has been urged not to compromise on fishing to push through a deal. An Express.co.uk poll, carried out from 11am-9pm on September 4, asked: “Should UK accept the same EU fishing policy for a Brexit trade deal?” The vast majority of the 12,568 respondents voted yes. Ninety-seven percent of readers (12,179 people) voted “no”, with just three percent (355 people) saying “yes”. Less than one percent (34 people) opted for “don’t know”. 9pm update: Cost is NOT an issue' Ex-MEP exposes EU's shocking wastefulness The European Union has no concept of financial discipline, is woefully out of touch and has accrued all of its power through "guile and deceit", a former Brexit Party MEP has said.
Rupert Lowe also offered candid assessments of high-profile figures Guy Verhofstadt and Michel Barnier - while warning fellow Europeans Brussels was hell-bent on gaining control of every aspect of their lives.
Mr Lowe, who served as MEP for the West Midlands Region after being elected in May of last year, opened his lid on his time at the European Parliament, which he said was both an "interesting place" and deeply flawed as an institution.
He told Express.co.uk: "It's the only place I have ever worked where how much something cost was not an issue." 7.48pm update: Labour responds to Tony Abbott’s appointment Shadow international trade secretary Emily Thornberry said: "There are two factors that should have immediately disqualified Tony Abbott from this role. "First, his history of offensive statements is so long and repetitive that it speaks to serious defects in his character, which is not one I think should be representing Britain on the world stage. "And second, the fact that he has no experience of detailed trade negotiations, no understanding of Brexit, no belief in climate change, no concern for workers' rights, and no compunction about killing off Australia's car industry mean, to my mind, that he has no credentials for this role. "Tony Abbott is therefore the wrong appointment on every level, which begs the more important question of why on earth Boris Johnson and Liz Truss have given him the job. "However, with this shambolic excuse for a Government, we may continue to be appalled and disappointed at their serial incompetence, but we should never any longer be surprised."
Brexit news: Boris Johnson has been tipped to make a late intervention during trade talks with the EU
6.30pm update: Tony Abbott appointed to UK’s board of trade Tony Abbott, the former Prime Minister of Australia, has been appointed as a trade envoy, representing the UK in trade talks around the world. Critics raised numerous concerns over allegations against the 62-year-old, including his climate change scepticism and belief that coronavirus restrictions should be lifted. Mr Abbott has previously said he felt "a bit threatened" by homosexuality and was accused of misogyny by fellow former Australian prime minister Julia Gillard. But Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended him on Friday, heralding his status as a former leader of "freedom-loving" and "liberal" Australia. 5pm update: Lib Dems ditch policy to re-join Europe Sir Ed Davey, the newly elected leader of the Lib Dems, has said his party is no longer arguing to re-join Europe, instead it wants Britain to be close to the EU. He said: "We've got to stop no-deal because no-deal would be a disaster and no-deal was not on offer at the referendum, people said there would be a deal. "We also think we should be as close to our European friends as possible. "Covid is causing a huge economic crisis and, if you put a very hard Brexit on that, which the Government look like they want to do, that's going to make our economic problems even worse. "So we are not arguing to turn back the clock." 4.08pm update: Sterling continues to fall as no deal Brexit fears mount The Sterling fell against the dollar for the third day in a row on Friday, retreating from its recent highs, as the dollar strengthened and Brexit risks weighed on the pound. Pressure has also come from Brexit-related uncertainty and warnings from the Bank of England that the economic fallout from the coronavirus could be worse than expected. The pound is down around 1.3 percent this week - its biggest weekly fall since June. Versus the euro, the pound was down around 0.3 percent at 89.51 pence per euro at 1443 GMT.
Brexit news: The trade talks between the UK and EU remain deadlocked
3.10pm update: No deal Brexit fears rise as talks stumble on state aid The chances of Britain leaving the EU without a trade deal have risen sharply as negotiations have been threatened by London's insistence that it have full autonomy over its state aid plans, negotiators and diplomats said. One senior EU diplomat said: "The chances for a deal, or a no-deal, are 50/50. "There has been absolutely no movement from the British side in the talks. “If this approach doesn't change quickly, we won't be able to negotiate a deal in time." Emily Ferguson has taken over live reporting from Paul Withers 1.38pm update: Bring out the big guns! Boris Johnson can SAVE doomed EU Brexit deal at last minute Boris Johnson can make a last-minute intervention to save doomed post-Brexit trade talks with the EU, one political expert has insisted, but warned "political actors" will have to get themselves involved quickly to avoid a disastrous no-deal outcome. The Prime Minister's direct involvement in post-Brexit trade talks with the EU has been minimal, leaving lead negotiator David Frost to head up the negotiating strategy. But Best for Britain, which launched in April 2017 to stop Brexit and continue the UK's membership of the EU, has warned "controversial decisions" must now be taken at a political rather than negotiator level. The campaign group's CEO Naomi Smith believes significant progress could be made on several crucial red lines once "political actors" involve themselves, but warned this must happen quickly as the clock ticks down to a no-deal Brexit. 1.25pm update: European Council President warns UK to 'clarify what they want' in trade talks Charles Michel has urged Britain to provide more clarity on its plans for state aid in order to unlock some progress in the deadlocked trade negotiations with the EU. Speaking to Reuters and five other European news agencies, he said: "Sooner or later, the UK should clarify what they want. It's not possible to leave the European club and at the same time keep all the benefits." "The UK should clarify its position. For us, the level-playing field is key and essential. "It's impossible that they diverge and there are no consequences, for example on tariffs."
Brexit latest: Nigel Farage has warned Michel Barnier to accept the UK's fishing demands
1.10pm update: No trade deal fears rise as talks remained deadlocked on state aid The prospect of the UK leaving the EU without a trade deal have significantly increased because of London's insistence on having full autonomy over its state aid plans, negotiators and diplomats said. One senior EU diplomat said: "The chances for a deal, or a no-deal, are 50/50. "There has been absolutely no movement from the British side in the talks. "It this approach doesn't change quickly, we won't be able to negotiate a deal in time." Michel Barnier has told UK counterpart David Frost that Britain must move on state aid, or there will not be an agreement, according to EU diplomats. But he has said London has not shown enough flexibility and creativity on fair competition, fisheries and solving disputes in order to seal a deal on new trade ties. A second European diplomat said: "The feedback after Barnier's talks with Frost in London on Sunday was negative, there has been no breakthrough," said a second European diplomat. "The Commission now worries the next negotiating round will end up with nothing," the diplomat said. "If the UK doesn't move a bit on the state aid thing, we have a problem." 1pm update: We need to see more realism from the EU in trade talks - Downing Street The UK has warned the EU to be more realistic in its approach to post-Brexit trade talks, but declined to comment on a report Boris Johnson's office sees the chances of a deal at 30-40 percent. When asked about the report in The Times, the Prime Minister's spokesman said: "I'm not going to get drawn into percentages. "Our goal remains to reach an agreement, and we'll continue to work hard to do that, but we've been clear there is lots of work still to be done. "We need more realism from the EU, and them to show they understand the fundamentals of our position as an independent country." 12pm update: France puts foot down as MEP predicts Brexit plan will destroy THIRD of EU's fishing fleet The European Union is willing to only accept "minor changes" to the opportunities for British fishermen in a move that could scupper Brexit talks. Michel Barnier has refused to consider Boris Johnson’s proposals because they hand UK boats a sizable boost. # The European Union’s chief negotiator has complained this could put a third of the bloc’s fishing fleet out of business. David Frost, the Prime Minister’s Brexit envoy, has tabled plans that would double the amount British fishermen can catch in the UK’s coastal waters. But the plans have been branded “unrealistic” by influential European policymakers, who have ordered Mr Barnier to stand firm on the bloc’s fisheries demands.
Brexit latest: Haulage firms are asking for an 'urgent' meeting with Cabinet ministers, including Michael Gove
10.48am update: Farage quickly corrected over fishing tweet by own Brexit Party MEP Brexit Party Member of the European Parliament Ben Habib replied to Mr Farage: "Nigel by definition it isn’t annually reviewable, otherwise it would be a meaningless offer. "Boris is seeking to sign up a long term fishing quota system in breach of manifesto pledges." 10.25am update: Germany ready to prop up EU fishermen with £4.5bn Brexit fund A senior German politician urged EU chiefs to prepare for European fishing vessels to be barred from UK waters. Julia Klockner, the agriculture minister in German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government, predicted that EU negotiators will continue to demand unchanged access to UK waters. Ms Klockner said the industry could be propped up by a £4.5billion reserve fund for the “fallout of a no-deal Brexit”. She told the European Parliament’s fisheries committee: “We need to defend the interest of our fisheries industry and our processing industry in the EU. “Our fishermen and women need access rights to the UK’s territorial waters and need fishing opportunities. “I certainly hope that a timely agreement is possible. But, of course, we need to prepare for all scenarios, including a no-deal scenario.” 10.10am update: Farage warns Barnier to bow to Boris fishing demands or no deal will be 'only acceptable outcome' Fishing has proved to be a huge sticking point in trade talks, with Britain wanting the percentage of quotas reserved for UK vessels in its waters doubled from 25 percent to more than 50 percent. Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage tweeted: "Boris has made a very generous fisheries offer, hopefully subject to annual changes. "For 40 years the EU fleet has been able to take advantage of us. "If Barnier rejects this then No Deal will be the only acceptable outcome."
Nigel Farage warns Boris Johnson of ‘betrayal of Brexit’
9.21am update: UK 'absolutely confident' will keep supply chains moving after Brexit Britian is "absolutely confident" it will be able to keep supply chains moving after Brexit, regaredles of the outcome of negotiations with the European Union on a future trade agreement. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps was responding to a warning from Britain's customs and logistics associations the country's Brexit border preparations were inadequate and risk causing disruption to supply chains next year. He said the UK's supply chains had been under intense pressure during the coronavirus pandemic, but had ultimately responded well. He told BBC radio: "We've kept the supply chains going and I'm absolutely confident we'll do that again in the future going forward." 9.08am update: Haulage firms demand 'urgent' meeting with Government over concerns around Brexit border plans Haulage bosses want an "urgen" meeting with Cabinet ministers over fears there are "significant gaps" in the UK's Brexit border preparations. Eight logistics firms have written to Michael Gove to highlight fears the UK-EU supply chain "will be severely disrupted" next year if issues are not resolved before Brexit. The group wants a roundtable meeting with the Cabinet Office minister, as well as with Chancellor Rishi Sunak and Transport Secretary Grant Shapps to discuss areas including IT systems and physical border infrastructure. The letter states: "As key participants in the supply chain who will be required to deliver a functional operating border for GB and EU traders next year, we have visibility of the current state of preparedness which as it stands has significant gaps. "If these issues are not addressed disruption to UK business and the supply chain that we all rely so heavily on will be severely disrupted." The letter adds: "The Covid pandemic has demonstrated to both Government and the general public the importance of a free-flowing supply chain, and with transition occurring at the same time as a potential second Covid spike it is critical we ensure the supply chain is protected. "We are asking you to take seriously our concerns and listen to the detail during this roundtable so that we can collectively help Government manage through this enormous challenge with as little disruption as possible. "Our aim, like yours, is to have a functional and effective border that allows goods to flow from January 1 2021."
Ursula von der Leyen addresses a press conference following the resignation of EU trade commissioner
8.47am update: Government secrecy hindered plans for leaving EU - report Secrecy around the UK Government's Brexit negotiating objectives impacted on plans for the country's departure from the EU, according to a new report. A study from the National Audit Office has examined the lessons learned from the Government's attempts to prepare the UK following the 2016 referendum. The 23-page The Learning For Government From EU Exit Preparations report said secrecy maintained by the Department for Exiting the European Union (Dexeu), which was disbanded after the UK left the EU on January 31 and entered into an 11-month transition period, did not aid cross-Government working. The NAO said: "Dexeu kept a tight hold on communications, keeping secret anything which might pertain to the UK's negotiating position," the NAO said. "This instinct for secrecy in government can get in the way of effective coordination, collaboration and a sense of urgency in progressing towards a common goal." The report noted that espite extensions to the Article 50 exit period, "many key systems were not expected to be ready for day one of EU exit". It also said there was "limited work" before the EU referendum more than four years ago to identify the impact of loosening ties with the EU. The study also revealed 22,000 civil servants were working on Brexit ahead of the delayed October 31, 2019 deadline. The report said: "Staff turnover in EU exit roles, and particularly in Dexeu itself, was higher than for the Civil Service in general. "The problem was particularly acute at more senior grades. In its less than four years in existence, Dexeu had three permanent secretaries. "Other departments most affected by (the) EU exit have also seen changes at permanent secretary level, including Defra (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) and HMRC."
Brexit latest: The transition period ends on December 31, 2020


thedailyexpress--2020-09-04--UK must NOT sell out fishing in Brexit trade deal says Tice as he demands UK buys British

The former MEP insisted the coronavirus crisis shows we must make and buy more in Britain to protect jobs .
He added the prospect of no deal between the UK and the EU is “ no problem ” .
Mr Tice tweeted : “ NO sell out of fishing : our excellent negotiator David Frost must stick to his guns : Covid has taught us that we must make more in Britain & buy more from Britain to create & protect British jobs .
No deal , No Problem.
” The ex-MEP was responding to reports Prime Minister Boris Johnson @ @ @ @ @ @ @ British fishermen in UK waters .
He said on Twitter : “ Boris has made a very generous fisheries offer , hopefully subject to annual changes .
“ For 40 years the EU fleet has been able to take advantage of us .
“ If Barnier rejects this then No Deal will be the only acceptable outcome.
” Fishing has proved to be one of the biggest stumbling blocks in post-Brexit trade negotiations .
The UK ’ s fishing industry has been decimated over the years by the EU ’ s Common Fisheries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ launches Brexit warning to EU : 'It 's a mistake ! '
“ This is why I express publicly that I am worried and I am disappointed because , frankly speaking , we have moved .
`` If they do n't move on the issues which are the key issues of the EU , the level playing field , fisheries and governance , the UK will take itself the risk of a no deal . ''
But the Prime Minister ’ s official spokesman hit back : `` Michel Barnier 's comments are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at deflecting scrutiny from the EU 's own positions which are unrealistic and unprecedented .
`` For our part we 've been consistently clear that we 're seeking a relationship that respects our sovereignty and has a free trade agreement at its core similar to those the EU has already agreed with like minded countries .
`` The EU have refused to engage with our proposals and the documents we 've brought to the table insisting we must accept continuity with EU fisheries policy and disregarding the UK 's status as an independent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ realism from the EU on the scale of the change that results from our leaving the EU .
`` We do want an agreement and are looking for a relationship based on the EU 's existing bilateral arrangement on fishing with Norway which is the most relevant precedent to relationships between two independent coastal states . ''

Brexit: David Frost ‘holding firm’ on negotiations says Tice
The former MEP insisted the coronavirus crisis shows we must make and buy more in Britain to protect jobs. He added the prospect of no deal between the UK and the EU is “no problem”.
Mr Tice tweeted: “NO sell out of fishing: our excellent negotiator David Frost must stick to his guns: Covid has taught us that we must make more in Britain & buy more from Britain to create & protect British jobs. No deal, No Problem.” The ex-MEP was responding to reports Prime Minister Boris Johnson wants to double the fish quotas for British fishermen in UK waters. Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage echoed Mr Tice’s calls. He said on Twitter: “Boris has made a very generous fisheries offer, hopefully subject to annual changes.
The UK must not “sell out” fishing in a trade deal with the EU, Richard Tice has demanded
The former MEP insisted the coronavirus crisis shows we must make and buy more in Britain to protect jobs
“For 40 years the EU fleet has been able to take advantage of us. “If Barnier rejects this then No Deal will be the only acceptable outcome.” Fishing has proved to be one of the biggest stumbling blocks in post-Brexit trade negotiations. The UK’s fishing industry has been decimated over the years by the EU’s Common Fisheries Policy. READ MORE: French politician launches Brexit warning to EU: 'It's a mistake!'
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Brexit Party leader Nigel Farage echoed Mr Tice’s calls
Downing Street blasted the bloc yesterday after the EU’s chief negotiator Michel Barnier accused the UK of refusing to compromise - including on fishing
“This is why I express publicly that I am worried and I am disappointed because, frankly speaking, we have moved. "I've shown clearly openness to find compromise. "If they don't move on the issues which are the key issues of the EU, the level playing field, fisheries and governance, the UK will take itself the risk of a no deal." But the Prime Minister’s official spokesman hit back: "Michel Barnier's comments are a misleading representation of our proposals aimed at deflecting scrutiny from the EU's own positions which are unrealistic and unprecedented.
Fishing has proved to be one of the biggest stumbling blocks in post-Brexit trade negotiations
The eighth round of negotiations take place in London next week
"For our part we've been consistently clear that we're seeking a relationship that respects our sovereignty and has a free trade agreement at its core similar to those the EU has already agreed with like minded countries. "The EU have refused to engage with our proposals and the documents we've brought to the table insisting we must accept continuity with EU fisheries policy and disregarding the UK's status as an independent coastal state. "We need more realism from the EU on the scale of the change that results from our leaving the EU. "We do want an agreement and are looking for a relationship based on the EU's existing bilateral arrangement on fishing with Norway which is the most relevant precedent to relationships between two independent coastal states."
NO sell out of fishing: our excellent negotiator David Frost must stick to his guns: Covid has taught us that we must make more in Britain & buy more from Britain to create & protect British jobs. No deal, No Problem. https://t.co/M3HzJHGBqs — Richard Tice (@TiceRichard) September 4, 2020
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