Frost says Britain will not “blink” in EU trade negotiations
7 September 2020 | UK NEWS
The UK’s Chief Negotiator has said that the UK is not scared of pursuing a no-deal outcome in trade...
Momentum: workers should get one-third pay rise for one-fifth less work
Momentum members have voted for policy measures that, if combined and implemented, would see a very significant pay rise for all workers on the minimum wage, along with a reduction in their working hours.
Mercer resigns as Defence Minister, saying he was forced out
21 April 2021 | NEWS
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Defence People and Veterans has resigned from his position, following proposed Government legislation on...
New Brexit deal struck with EU, Juncker does not want extension
17 October 2019 | UK NEWS
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has just (shortly after 10:30am) tweeted that "we've got a great new deal that takes...
May embattled at PMQs
15 May 2019 | UK NEWS
Following a convivial early atmosphere across the House, it was the Prime Minister herself who launched the first attack...
“Constructive discussions” following EU talks
28 July 2020 | UK NEWS
The Chief Negotiators of the potential trade deal between the UK and the EU met for an informal dinner...
UK to apply to join CPTPP trade partnership
31 January 2021 | UK NEWS
The UK is applying to join a large free trade area containing nations from the Asia and Pacific region.
The...
Sir Ed Davey wins Lib Dem leadership election by 2 to...
27 August 2020 | UK NEWS
Sir Ed Davey has made his position as interim leader of the Liberal Democrats permanent after winning the leadership...
Chancellor praises PM, calls for “balancing the books”
6 October 2020 | UK NEWS
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has spoken of the need to “balance the books in the medium term”, despite...
Chancellor announces tax cuts and growth plan in ‘mini-Budget’
23 SEPTEMBER 2022 | NEWS
The Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered his widely-anticipated 'mini-Budget' in the House of Commons this morning, setting out the new...