Brexit weekly: 5 things

Brexit weekly: 5 things

Will they, won’t they? You might think you’re experiencing déjà vu reading the news this week, but no, you’re not: the Government is still discussing its position on a future customs union with the EU – despite the fact that neither of the options discussed are...

Brexit weekly: 5 things

Separating the crazy Last week was a tough one for the Prime Minister. She had to replace her Home Secretary and couldn’t find agreement within Cabinet over customs union policy. And that was all before close of business on Wednesday. So, Theresa May could be forgiven...
Brexit weekly: 5 things

Brexit weekly: 5 things

Rudderless The big news of the week has been the departure of Home Secretary Amber Rudd. Seen as one of Theresa May’s closest allies, Rudd’s departure is a significant blow for the Prime Minister following the departure of other former Cabinet ministers...
Red lines or empty threats

Red lines or empty threats

It’s been a tough week for Theresa May. Monday and Tuesday saw the fallout of Amber Rudd’s departure as Home Secretary. Wednesday saw the postman drop off a 30 page document from Brexiteers demanding departure from the customs union – followed by the Brexit Cabinet...
Brexit weekly: 5 things

Brexit weekly: 5 things

Lords strike again The Government suffered another defeat in the House of Lords this week after peers voted to keep the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights in force in the UK after Brexit. The cross-party amendment to the EU Withdrawal Bill was adopted with 316 votes in...