Articles tagged with: Brexit
In post-Brexit London, the European Parliament Liaison Office looks to Washington, DC, for guidance
29 Jun
In post-Brexit London, the European Parliament Liaison Office looks to Washington, DC, for guidance
In the wake of Brexit, the European Parliament Liaison Office in London has been forced to find a new mission and partnership, with the Washington, DC, office serving as a model
New Poll suggests majority of UK MPs believe there’s been no benefit for Britain from Brexit
30 Jan
New Poll suggests majority of UK MPs believe there’s been no benefit for Britain from Brexit
A new snapshot poll of Westminster MPs shows more than half believe Brexit has brought no tangible benefits so far
Katarina Barley interview: The Spirit of the Law
26 Oct
Katarina Barley interview: The Spirit of the Law
As an expert in international law and Germany – UK dual citizen, Katarina Barley’s talents are in much demand. Fortunately for the European Parliament, areas of expertise are also her passions. Andreas Rogal tries to find out what drives her.
Lugano Convention: Simplest solution for UK is to join EFTA, says Adrián Vázquez Lázara
06 Sep
Lugano Convention: Simplest solution for UK is to join EFTA, says Adrián Vázquez Lázara
Legal Affairs Committee chair says reaching a deal on legal cooperation agreement mainly a matter of political will and ‘good predisposition’
European Commission recommends ‘No’ for Lugano as Brexit fallout intensifies
12 Aug
European Commission recommends ‘No’ for Lugano as Brexit fallout intensifies
EU Executive argues that Lugano Convention is a ‘Single Market Instrument’ and therefore UK ineligible for membership
Northern Ireland Protocol: Protect the peace process and limit the damage that Brexit has wrought
02 Aug
Northern Ireland Protocol: Protect the peace process and limit the damage that Brexit has wrought
In the absence of proper leadership from London it is up to the ‘grown-ups in the room’ to step in and do what is right for the people of Northern Ireland, argues Seb Dance
Gibraltar: Why should negotiations be any different now?
29 Jul
Gibraltar: Why should negotiations be any different now?
Despite the UK’s less-than-enthusiastic response to the European Commission’s draft-negotiating mandate on Gibraltar, Nacho Sánchez Amor is confident that a spirit of openness will prevail in the search for practical solutions for those living on the ‘rock’
EU and UK clash over post-Brexit plan for Gibraltar
23 Jul
EU and UK clash over post-Brexit plan for Gibraltar
It looks like a rocky road lies ahead for ‘the Rock’ as the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar is affectionately known by locals
EU balks at UK’s demand to rewrite Northern Ireland Protocol
22 Jul
EU balks at UK’s demand to rewrite Northern Ireland Protocol
The European Commission has firmly stated that it will not renegotiate the Protocol, which is a key element of the Brexit deal concluded between the EU and the UK.
From hands-on commissioner to free-speaking MEP... That's Danuta Hübner
06 Jul
From hands-on commissioner to free-speaking MEP... That's Danuta Hübner
She is one of parliament’s most senior MEPs and, as Martin Banks discovered, Danuta Hübner is not afraid of holding back on even the most sensitive of issues.
Issue 539 | 05 July 2021
05 Jul
Issue 539 | 05 July 2021
The latest edition of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
Thousands of Britons living in Europe facing urgent race to keep their rights
02 Jul
Thousands of Britons living in Europe facing urgent race to keep their rights
It is estimated there are tens of thousands of British nationals in some EU Member States who have yet to apply for post-Brexit residence.
Brexit: So close, yet so far…
30 Jun
Brexit: So close, yet so far…
Despite current difficulties, the UK and the EU will, in the long run, forge closer economic and security ties, predicts Charles Grant.
Pedro Silva Pereira interview: Constant Vigilance
13 May
Pedro Silva Pereira interview: Constant Vigilance
MEPs may have signed off on the new EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement, but Pedro Silva Pereira tells Brian Johnson that the work on Brexit continues in ensuring full compliance with the agreed commitments, especially those on citizens’ rights and the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Issue 535 | 10 May 2021 Partner Content
10 May
Issue 535 | 10 May 2021
The latest edition of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
It’s time for ‘Smart Divergence’ Partner Content
20 Apr
It’s time for ‘Smart Divergence’
Following its departure from the EU, the UK should seek to lead the world in reducing the costs of compliance, says Daniel Schlaepfer.
Plenary vote on EU-UK Agreement in limbo pending Brexit deal assurances Partner Content
16 Apr
Plenary vote on EU-UK Agreement in limbo pending Brexit deal assurances
Despite approval from the Foreign Affairs and International Trade committees, the European Parliament has decided not to set a date for the final vote until the UK fully implements the Withdrawal Agreement.
Wave of Brexit-related rioting hits Northern Ireland
09 Apr
Wave of Brexit-related rioting hits Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Protocol seen as cause of Loyalist-led riots.
Why Brexit really means Brexit
03 Mar
Why Brexit really means Brexit
Challenges still lie ahead for the EU-UK future economic relationship, writes Pedro Silva Pereira.
Ursula von der Leyen rules out Scottish and Welsh inclusion in EU’s Erasmus programme
17 Feb
Ursula von der Leyen rules out Scottish and Welsh inclusion in EU’s Erasmus programme
European Commission president tells MEPs that only possibility for constituent UK nations to participate in flagship student exchange scheme is ‘as a whole, or not at all’.
Michel Barnier questions ‘level of truth, communications and clarity’ in UK about the impact of Brexit
12 Feb
Michel Barnier questions ‘level of truth, communications and clarity’ in UK about the impact of Brexit
Former Chief Negotiator’s comments come as new report says economic blow dealt by Brexit will be four times greater in the UK than in the EU.
‘Trust’ key to future EU-UK relationship, say MEPs
05 Feb
‘Trust’ key to future EU-UK relationship, say MEPs
Dutch MEP Kati Piri says the EU should insist that the UK affords full diplomatic privileges to the bloc’s envoy in London.
UK in diplomatic spat with EU over ambassador rights
22 Jan
UK in diplomatic spat with EU over ambassador rights
The UK has been accused of “childish petulance” after it refused to grant the EU’s ambassador to Britain full diplomatic privileges.
Those who knew its value will mourn the passing of free movement, argues Roger Casale
20 Jan
Those who knew its value will mourn the passing of free movement, argues Roger Casale
Unfortunately, many in the UK are only now starting to realise what they have lost.