Brexit timeline: Charting Britain's turbulent exodus from Europe April 2019: Brexit delayed until Halloween With the April 12 deadline looming after the third defeat of May's deal, EU leaders met again in Brussels to discuss a second delay. The only question was how long should it be? In the end, the UK and EU agreed to a "flexible" extension until October 31 — which can end sooner if the Brexit deal is approved. The UK had to take part in EU elections in May because their exit wasn't secured in time. … [Read more...] about Brexit celebration: Boris Johnson reveals big plans for leave-night party
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Boris Johnson tells Tory hustings he is not trying to avoid scrutiny
He added: “Our team now has the backing of powerful, strong remain campaigners, as well as leavers. Dozens on either side. And they’re coming together because they want to get this thing done and they want to help deliver that modern, Conservative, progressive agenda.” … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson tells Tory hustings he is not trying to avoid scrutiny
Boris Johnson saves face over failed bid for Big Ben Brexit chime
Several crowdfunders were set up to help raise money, one of which had amassed more than £227,000 by Friday afternoon. But in an increasingly heated and farcical atmosphere, it subsequently transpired that the government had no such plan, and the House of Commons commission had no way of accepting public donations. … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson saves face over failed bid for Big Ben Brexit chime
Boris Johnson set to open trade talks with US before he begins discussions with the EU
One government source who has seen the advice said: “We mean business and we’re not messing around. The political signal would be, ‘We’ve got the capacity to do this at the same time, don’t hold this up’.” … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson set to open trade talks with US before he begins discussions with the EU
Boris Johnson gives Bank of England’s Carney new role for climate change summit
Mr Carney will advise the Prime Minister on global warming ahead of the United Nations conference in Glasgow in November, which will be attended by 30,000 delegates and seeks to find a way to prevent temperatures surging out of control. … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson gives Bank of England’s Carney new role for climate change summit
