Former PM Major backs legal challenge over suspension of Parliament
Boris Johnson has warned of “lasting damage” if Brexit is delayed as former prime minister Sir John Major said he would fight the current premier in court.
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Former PM Major wants court battle with Johnson over Brexit
Boris Johnson has warned of “lasting damage” if Brexit is delayed, as former prime minister Sir John Major said he would fight the current PM in court.
Ex-PM Major to take Johnson to court over suspension of Parliament
Former prime minister Sir John Major intends to fight Boris Johnson in the courts over his plan to suspend Parliament.
Commons Brexit showdown looms for Johnson following prorogation row
Opponents of Boris Johnson’s Brexit strategy appear increasingly confident of finding a way to block a no-deal withdrawal from the European Union on October 31.
UK seeks to step up EU talks as judge rules on Parliament suspension challenge
The Prime Minister has said he wants to intensify Brexit negotiations with Brussels as a judge prepares to rule on a legal challenge aimed at stopping him suspending Parliament.
Alister Jack hails Brexit as ‘historic opportunity’ for Scotland in column
Alister Jack has said there is an “historic opportunity” for Scotland in Brexit as he affirmed his support for Boris Johnson.
Trump hails ‘great discussion’ with Boris Johnson on post-Brexit trade deal
US president Donald Trump has spoken about how Washington and London can move “rapidly” on a post-Brexit free trade deal.
Michael Gove will spend ‘whatever it takes’ to prepare for no-deal Brexit
Michael Gove has said he is willing to spend "whatever it takes" to prepare the UK for a no-deal Brexit on October 31.
EU pledges £1.3m to UK gender balance initiative amid music festival campaign
The European Union has pledged £1.3 million to a UK gender balance initiative campaigning for equal representation across the international music festival landscape.
Jim Hunter: All that glitters is not a golden age
What will happen if the United Kingdom government opts – as now seems probable – for a ‘no deal’ departure from the European Union on 31 October?
Boris Johnson will be last UK prime minister, SNP warns
Nicola Sturgeon is reviewing the timetable for a possible second vote on Scottish independence, Boris Johnson was warned as the SNP Westminster leader branded him the “last prime minister of the UK”.
Sturgeon letter to new PM demands ‘essential’ alternative to Brexit for Scotland
Nicola Sturgeon has written to the new Prime Minister saying it is now “essential” Scotland has an alternative option to his Brexit plan.
Brussels urges Johnson to avoid no-deal Brexit ‘tragedy’
The European Union has promised to work with Boris Johnson to achieve an “orderly” Brexit – but that would mean ratifying a Withdrawal Agreement the incoming prime minister has already declared dead.
Chancellor fires warning shot at Boris Johnson over no-deal Brexit
Boris Johnson has been given a fresh warning of the challenges he will face if he becomes prime minister as Philip Hammond promised to do “everything in my power” to block a no-deal Brexit.
Challenges mount for Boris Johnson amid minister’s signal on no-confidence vote
Challenges to Boris Johnson’s desire to lead the country through Brexit were further laid bare when a minister suggested he could vote to pull down his government if it pursues no deal.
Johnson promises to end Brexit delay ‘bad dream’
Boris Johnson has said the last three years under Theresa May will seem like a “bad dream” once he gets the UK out of the European Union.
John Major told by foreign secretary: Britain must practise polygamy
Then foreign secretary Douglas Hurd sent a “parting shot” to John Major upon leaving office outlining the need to remain within the European Union, new documents reveal.
Johnson promises no-deal preparation intensity on day one if he becomes PM
Boris Johnson will immediately launch a major drive to prepare the country for a no-deal Brexit if he becomes prime minister.
Scottish firms crying out for ‘some sanity’ over Brexit
A new report says that Scots firms are “crying out for the return of some sanity” as politicians dither over Brexit.
Brexit Party MEPs turn backs on European anthem amid chaos in Strasbourg
Brexit Party MEPs turned their backs during a rendition of Ode To Joy in the European Parliament as chaotic scenes marked the opening day of the new legislature in Strasbourg.
Tory leadership rivals Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt clash over Brexit plans
Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt have clashed over their plans for delivering Brexit as a former head of the civil service warned against making “straitjacket” promises to leave on Halloween.
No majority reached on allocation of EU’s top jobs
Talks aimed at allocating the European Union’s top jobs will continue at a special summit later this month after no majority could be reached on any candidate.
Half of north businesses believe Brexit poses ‘risk’
Almost 500 companies in the Highlands and islands have said they believe Brexit presents a “significant risk” to their business.
Aberdeen councillor elected MEP says he will carry out both roles
An Aberdeen councillor, elected to the European parliament, has vowed to continue in both roles- unless Brexit is reversed.
Labour fracture over Brexit after devastating European election results
Jeremy Corbyn is under growing pressure to unambiguously commit Labour to supporting a second referendum after a drubbing at the European elections.
Politicians react to Theresa May’s resignation announcement
Prime Minister Theresa May has announced she will stand down on June 7.
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Voters are heading to the polls across the UK today for the European Parliament elections.
Movie stars issue manifesto backing European Union
Cinema stars have produced a manifesto backing the European Union ahead of continent-wide elections.
Fishing leaders say it is ‘pure luck’ EU directive did not devastate industry
Fishing leaders have told an influential House of Lords committee that it was "pure luck" an EU law to curb overfishing did not devastate the industry.
Free movement demanded for UK musicians in post-Brexit Europe
Musicians have called for the Government to preserve their freedom of movement in a post-Brexit Europe.
Theresa May accused of building ‘hostile environment’ for foreign students
Theresa May has been accused of building a "hostile environment" for foreign students after refusing to commit to extending free EU student fees through to 2021.