Labour and the Government today hit out at one another over a lack of progress in cross-party Brexit talks following an 11-day Easter break. The Prime Minister accused Labour of dragging its feet over cross-party Brexit talks as MPs returned to Parliament for discussions on Tuesday. But Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn put the blame for the delays on the Government’s refusal to shift on its “red lines”. Theresa May acknowledged Labour was approaching the talks in a “serious” way, but said they had hit difficulties over timetabling. The Tories had pushed for greater urgency, she added. Talks resumed between the two parties today following the break. With Conservative MPs openly calling for Mrs May to name a date for her departure as PM, Downing Street is desperate to secure agreement in time to prevent European Parliament elections next month. Officers of the Tory backbench 1922 Committee were meeting in Westminster on Tuesday evening to consider … [Read more...] about Labour and No10 blame each other for lack of progress in Brexit talks
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The fight to determine how the cars of the future will ‘talk’ to one another
“In the future, any car that does not have autonomy would be about as useful as a horse,” Elon Musk said recently with typical bravado. With carmakers pumping billions into driverless car technology, it seems few rivals would disagree with the Tesla’s billionaire founder forecast, even if they might balk at his bombast. Between 2014 and 2017 close to $80bn has been invested in autonomous vehicles according to the Brookings Institute, a US think-tank. Industry heavyweights like Ford and Toyota as well as Silicon Valley giants like Alphabet are seeking an edge in the unproven technology. Carmakers hope that one day soon, commuters will be able to step into vehicles that zip them around without... To continue reading this article Start your free trial of Premium Access all Premium articles Subscriber-only events Cancel any time Free for 30 days then only £2 per week Try … [Read more...] about The fight to determine how the cars of the future will ‘talk’ to one another
SuperAwesome in talks with US bankers over upcoming $600m float
SuperAwesome, a London-based start-up building technology to keep children safe online, is being wooed by US bankers for an upcoming market float which could see it land a price tag of $600m (£460m). The company was founded six years ago by serial Irish tech entrepreneur Dylan Collins. Its customers include Disney, Nintendo, toy maker Hasbro and Cartoon Network. It is expected to go public as soon as next year, and is considering whether to list in London or New York in talks with major investment banks. SuperAwesome was valued at just over $100m in a 2017 fundraising, when it received backing from funds including Hoxton Ventures and Mayfair Equity Partners. In a float, it would now seek a valuation... To continue reading this article Start your free trial of Premium Access all Premium articles Subscriber-only events Cancel any time Free for 30 days then only £2 per week Try Premium Access one Premium article per week Register for free … [Read more...] about SuperAwesome in talks with US bankers over upcoming $600m float
Not time to discuss past: Sinn Fein MP on planned Derry dissident parade in wake of murder
Not time to discuss past: Sinn Fein MP on planned Derry dissident parade in wake of murder BelfastTelegraph.co.uk A Sinn Fein MP has said it is not the time to discuss the past when asked whether a planned dissident republican parade should go ahead in Londonderry following the murder of a journalist in the city. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/not-time-to-discuss-past-sinn-fein-mp-on-planned-derry-dissident-parade-in-wake-of-murder-38031458.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/article38031456.ece/80251/AUTOCROP/h342/2019-04-13_new_49529944_I2.JPG Email A Sinn Fein MP has said it is not the time to discuss the past when asked whether a planned dissident republican parade should go ahead in Londonderry following the murder of a journalist in the city. During a night of rioting in the Creggan area on Thursday night, 29-year-old journalist Lyra McKee was shot dead as she stood beside a police Land Rover. Police believe dissident … [Read more...] about Not time to discuss past: Sinn Fein MP on planned Derry dissident parade in wake of murder
University of Auckland cancels graduation walks over terror attack fears
The University of Auckland has cancelled its autumn graduation processions after discussions with police over concerns of "copycat terrorist events". On Thursday, University of Auckland vice-chancellor Professor Stuart McCutcheon advised graduates that processions for its autumn graduations had been cancelled after talking with police. Students won't parade through streets for University of Canterbury graduation following police advice GCSB, SIS bosses fear Christchurch terror attack copycats, retaliation Auckland Council cuts 84 Anzac services down to 26 over terror fears The March 15 Christchurch terror attacks were a factor in the decision. "We know that following events such as the Christchurch mosque shootings there is a period of several months during which the risk of related or copycat terrorist events is increased," a statement said. "Although we know of no specific risk to the graduation processions or ceremonies, we nevertheless need to consider that increased general … [Read more...] about University of Auckland cancels graduation walks over terror attack fears