No-deal Brexit could cost almost 750,000 jobs, study suggests
Almost 750,000 jobs could be lost if the UK leaves the EU without a deal in place, including many in the constituencies of Cabinet members, a new study suggests.
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May to address MPs as historic Brexit vote is called off
Theresa May is calling off the vote on her Brexit deal in the face of what had been expected to be a significant defeat at the hands of rebel MPs.
Business confidence drops to all-time low as Brexit concerns mount
Business optimism in Scotland has hit an all-time low, according to new figures.
British economy stutters as manufacturing and car sales weigh on growth
Britain’s economy suffered a slowdown in the three months to October as a contraction in the manufacturing sector and falling car sales dragged on growth, amid continuing Brexit uncertainty.
Gove warns on risks of reopening talks as he insists Brexit vote will go ahead
Michael Gove has insisted the Brexit deal vote will go ahead on Tuesday, warning Tory rebels that while Theresa May could win extra concessions from Brussels, reopening talks risks making it worse.
Remaining in EU ‘still on the table’ after court ruling
Remaining in the EU is “still on the table” after the European Court of Justice ruled that the UK can unilaterally revoke its withdrawal from the EU, cross-party politicians have said.
‘People’s vote’ motion to be debated at city council
Aberdeen councillors have been asked to support another vote on leaving the EU.
UK can unilaterally halt Brexit, European Court rules
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that the UK can unilaterally revoke its withdrawal from the EU.
Andy Serkis brings back Gollum for Theresa May spoof
Gollum actor Andy Serkis has revived his Gollum character from the Lord Of the Rings films to poke fun at Prime Minister Theresa May and her Brexit plans.
Brexit vote week: What are the key events to come?
Theresa May’s Brexit deal looks set to be put to the vote on Tuesday, the culmination of a heated five-day debate in Westminster.
Tory leadership contest: How would it work?
Theresa May is facing another crucial week of her leadership as she attempts to see her Brexit blueprint through the House of Commons.
What happens if Theresa May loses the Brexit vote?
MPs will vote on Theresa May’s Brexit deal on Tuesday in what is the most important Parliamentary decision in decades.
European Court to rule on Brexit reversal
The European Court of Justice is to deliver its ruling on whether the UK can unilaterally revoke its withdrawal from the EU.
Lib Dem leader Sir Vince Cable casts doubt on Brexit becoming a reality
Lib Dem leader Sir Vince Cable has cast doubt on Brexit becoming a reality, insisting it was “more likely that it won’t happen”, as the Prime Minister risked losing a crunch vote in Parliament over her deal.
May faces Commons showdown as leadership rivals circle
Theresa May’s leadership is under intense pressure as MPs return to Westminster ahead of Tuesday’s Brexit showdown.
Ministers will be obliged to get best deal for fishermen – Mundell
Proposed changes to fishing legislation will ensure the industry prospers as the UK leaves the EU, Scottish Secretary David Mundell said.
Heseltine says campaigners for second Brexit referendum are ‘British patriots’
Former deputy prime minister Lord Heseltine led a cross-party alliance in calls for a second Brexit referendum.
Rivals clash in TV Brexit debate ahead of Commons showdown
Brexiteers were urged to “take the deal and get out” of the European Union as MPs clashed ahead of Tuesday’s crucial Commons vote.
In Pictures: Thousands take to London streets in rival protests
Thousands of people have turned out for two rival protest marches in central London.
Tommy Robinson-led ‘Brexit betrayal’ march ‘outnumbered’ by counter protesters
A “Brexit betrayal” march led by controversial activist Tommy Robinson was “vastly” outnumbered by counter-demonstrators, opposition organisers said.
Labour frontbencher takes part in second referendum rally
Labour faces a fresh row over its Brexit policy after a frontbencher took part in a rally calling for a second referendum.
Thousands protest against Tommy Robinson ‘Brexit betrayal’ march
A so-called Brexit betrayal march led by controversial activist Tommy Robinson was “vastly” outnumbered by counter-demonstrators, opposition organisers said.
May in fight for her political future ahead of Commons Brexit vote
Theresa May is battling to save her Brexit deal and maintain her grip on power ahead of Tuesday’s Commons showdown.
David Mundell says he could not serve in cabinet under Boris Johnson
Scottish Secretary David Mundell has revealed he would not be in Boris Johnson’s cabinet if the former foreign secretary became prime minister.
Almost 60% of Scots think independence better than no-deal Brexit – poll
More than half of Scotland believes independence would be better for the country than remaining in the UK after Brexit, a new poll has indicated.
Johnson warns of EU ‘blackmail’ risk under May’s Brexit deal
Boris Johnson refused to rule out challenging Theresa May for the Tory leadership as he warned her Brexit deal left the UK open to “blackmail” by Brussels.
Scotland’s universities ‘remain open to EU students’
Education leaders are heading to Brussels to say Scotland’s universities remain open and welcoming despite Brexit.
Brexit puts more than £2 billion of exports at risk, says Fiona Hyslop
More than £2 billion of annual Scottish exports to the Netherlands are “under threat” because of Brexit, External Affairs Secretary Fiona Hyslop has warned.
Theresa May’s Brexit plans appear dead in the water, shadow chancellor says
Labour’s alternative Brexit plan could prevent a political vacuum engulfing Westminster if Theresa May’s withdrawal deal is defeated next week, the shadow chancellor said.
May: UK will be in uncharted waters if Brexit deal is rejected by MPs
Theresa May has warned Tory MPs they risk handing Jeremy Corbyn the keys to Number 10 unless they back her Brexit deal.
Rudd suggests alternatives to May’s plan if Brexit deal defeated
Amber Rudd has suggested a Norway-style arrangement was a plausible alternative to Theresa May’s Brexit plan as pressure mounted on the Prime Minister.
Sinn Fein leader reaffirms abstentionist policy at Markievicz celebrations
Mary Lou McDonald has used a speech at the centenary celebration for the first female MP to reaffirm her party’s stance on abstentionism.