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Nigel Farage says EU's tone is 'emollient' as Martina Anderson dons Irish jersey in EU parliament
“It is certainly not a question of pretending to negotiate”, Barnier warned, as Juncker told MEPs the risk of no deal remains “very real”.
A look back at John Bercow - a divisive figure who embodies the Brexit-era politician
From “Order! Order” to “Division! Clear the Lobby!” here’s a look back at the colourful House Speaker.
Here are 4 possible Brexit outcomes that we could get by 31 October
Let’s spin the wheel of Brexit speculation.
British government warns of Channel delays and electricity price hikes in no-deal planning document
The six-page document lays out no-deal Brexit preparations from the British government.
Ex-English cricketer says knighthood nomination 'soured' by calls for removal over domestic abuse charge
Geoffrey Boycott was nominated for a knighthood for services to sport this week.
'Shame on you': Chaos in House of Commons as MPs attempt to block suspension of parliament
The five-week suspension of parliament began in the early hours of this morning.
Court case begins on whether the North's citizens can self-identify as Irish
Emma DeSouza has won three court cases against the UK’s Home Office, which has argued that she is a British citizen.
Several Irish flights affected after British Airways cancels UK services over pilot pay dispute
The carrier is currently locked in a pay dispute with its 4,300 pilots.
How the Tory party lost its parliamentary majority to Brexit (and other rifts)
From Nick Boles’ speech after the indicative votes, to Dr Phillip Lee crossing the chamber this week, power has been ebbing away from Boris Johnson and the Tory party.
House of Lords approves bill to seek three-month Brexit extension
The legislation would ensure Britain does not crash out of the European Union if an agreement cannot be reached by 19 October.
Johnson says he would 'rather be dead in a ditch' than seek another Brexit extension
The UK Prime Minister said a general election is the ‘only way to get things moving’ on Brexit in a speech today.
Seán Cox will make an emotional return to Anfield after moving to the UK for treatment
The 54-year-old father-of-three will attend a Liverpool game at Anfield in October.
Boris Johnson's brother just announced he's quitting as an MP and minister
“In recent weeks I’ve been torn between family loyalty and the national interest,” he said.
UK Ryanair pilots have planned to strike for a week in September
The pilots are striking over improved work and pay conditions.
MPs reject Boris Johnson’s motion to hold general election on 15 October
Members of Parliament earlier voted to delay Brexit in a bid to stop Britain leaving the EU without a deal.
As it happened: No early election as MPs vote to delay Brexit
It’s been a really odd day in Westminster – even by usual recent standards.
British prison officer jailed for smuggling €100k of contraband into Wandsworth
A significant amount of contraband including cannabis, steroids, mobile phones, tobacco and other illicit items were found in cereal boxes in the laundry room by another prison officer in 2018.
Another Brexistential crisis: So what happens now?
Boris Johnson’s first Commons defeat as Prime Minister raises more questions on the long and winding Brexit road.
Call for mourners to attend Dublin funeral of elderly Irish man who died alone in UK
Joseph Tuohy passed away this summer after spending most of his life in the UK.
Boris Johnson to seek 14 October general election if MPs vote to block no-deal Brexit today
Johnson met with ministers and ruled out another Brexit extension last night.
The cunning Mr Cummings: Who is the 'Vote Leave' chief in No 10?
After Cummings fired Sajid Javid’s aide on Thursday without his knowledge, questions are being raised again of Johnson’s main man.
The House of Commons returns today - what's Boris got planned?
Rumours of a general election to be held on 17 October engulfed the British political sphere yesterday – so what’s the PM up to?
'Volatile and dynamic': Varadkar says Ireland will be keeping a close eye on the House of Commons this week
Two dates for a potential meeting with Boris Johnson next week are being considered.
What will happen to EU citizens living in the UK after 31 October?
Concerns have been raised about the impact a no-deal Brexit could have on the status of European citizens living in Britain.
A no-deal Brexit will plunge Northern Ireland into turmoil, Belfast court hears
A legal bid to reverse a suspension of parliament has been launched in the North.
Tánaiste urges British government to propose alternatives to backstop 'as quickly as possible'
Boris Johnson has vowed to ‘up the tempo’ on talks to remove the backstop ahead of Brexit.
Irish-based Brits to hold protest against Brexit at Dublin embassy
Brits Not Out are holding the demonstration on Merrion Road at 6pm on Tuesday.
Scottish Tory leader expected to step down amid Brexit chaos
Ruth Davidson has been leader of the Scottish Tories since 2011.
The Queen has approved the suspension of parliament ahead of the Brexit deadline
Boris Johnson’s move has been met with outrage by opposition parties, and a court challenge is being brought forward.
Sterling value plummets following decision by Boris Johnson to seek suspension of UK parliament
The currency’s value fell by almost 1% this morning.
'No deal is the best deal': Nigel Farage unveils 635 Brexit Party election candidates
The Brexit Party announced that it has vetted over 600 candidates for a rumoured autumn general election.
Face off at the Élysée Palace as Johnson meets 'hardest in the gang' Macron
Macron said he hopes for a ‘useful’ month of talks on Brexit.
Boris Johnson tells Angela Merkel: 'We do need the Brexit backstop removed'
Johnson will seek to convince the German Chancellor to renegotiate elements of the Brexit deal.
Simon Coveney conveys 'disappointment' with Boris Johnson's four-page letter on Brexit
Donald Tusk has re-iterated the EU’s commitment to the backstop.
Boris Johnson's phone call diplomacy: What does it say about what's next?
“PM Johnson is positioning the United Kingdom as the British equivalent of ‘America First’,” Professor Federico Fabbrini said.
'A worst-case scenario': UK expects a hard border and protests in no-deal Brexit
The Labour party in Ireland has said that Jeremy Corbyn’s proposal is the most realistic to avoid a no-deal.
Jeremy Corbyn urges parties to make him caretaker PM to defeat no-deal Brexit
Corbyn has called on opposition leaders to support a Labour caretaker government.
US to seek free-trade agreement with UK 'at the earliest possible time' after it leaves EU
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo yesterday met with UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab.
Brexit: Mary Lou rules out special SF conference on party taking seats in Westminster
‘There is no appetite for us to enter Westminster,’ said the Sinn Fáin party leader.
Whaley Bridge residents to return home as dam collapse fears recede
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson paid tribute to the residents “spirit and patience”.
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