UK-EU Relations: Could a Bid to Rejoin Be Welcomed?
Labour figures Streeting and Burnham call for rejoining EU, sparking debate on UK-EU relations and potential reception of a bid.
Category : Brexit
Social Media Ban for Children Not a Silver Bullet
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall acknowledges the social media ban for under-16s is not a complete solution, as tech firms and Elon Musk criticize the plan.
Putin Warns Armenia Over EU Ambitions Before Election
Putin warns Armenia against EU ambitions, threatening loss of cheap energy, as election approaches.
Wellness Drink Feel Free Sparks Health Concerns Over Kratom Dependency
Feel Free wellness drink, containing kratom, is linked to addiction and withdrawal symptoms, sparking health concerns and a class action lawsuit.
Starmer's EU Bill Grants Ministers Sweeping Powers Over UK Economy
New EU bill would let UK ministers align with single market rules without full parliamentary scrutiny, sparking concerns over Henry VIII powers.
Trump Threatens Full Trade Embargo on Spain Over Iran War Stance
Trump threatens full trade embargo on Spain after it refuses to allow US bases to be used for Iran strikes, citing NATO spending and legal powers.
Jo Cox's Sister Warns of UK Divisions a Decade After Murder
Kim Leadbeater, sister of murdered MP Jo Cox, says the 10th anniversary is a moment to urge leaders to avoid divisive rhetoric and dangerous language that pushes people to extremes.
Ex-Foreign Secretary David Miliband Urges UK to Consider Rejoining EU
David Miliband calls for national consensus on rejoining EU, criticises government's reset as insufficient.
UAE’s Exit from OPEC Raises Spectre of Oil Price War
UAE leaves OPEC after 60 years, risking oil price war with Saudi Arabia and market volatility.
Starmer’s EU Reset Risks Boosting Reform Support
PM Starmer pushes for closer EU ties to boost economy and security, but critics warn it betrays Brexit and risks boosting Reform UK support.
Gibraltar to Align With Schengen Area From July 15, Impacting British Travellers
Gibraltar will align with the Schengen area from July 15, 2026, requiring British travellers to undergo biometric checks and stricter passport rules.
Russia Tells Banks to Shoot Down Ukrainian Drones at Their Own Cost
Russia orders banks to shoot down Ukrainian drones at own cost; UN condemns threats to embassies; Czech ammunition initiative continues.
Starmer's EU Negotiator Defends Brexit Reset Plan
Starmer defends EU alignment plan, citing economic and security benefits amid global instability and criticism from Tories and Reform UK.
Trump Criticises UK Wind Policy, Pushes North Sea Oil Drilling
Trump criticises UK wind policy, pushes for more North Sea oil drilling, saying Aberdeen should be booming and the UK is 'absolutely crazy' not to extract oil.
UK Aims For Erasmus Rejoin Deal By January
EU pushes for UK to rejoin Erasmus+ by January 2027; negotiations at critical stage with October deadline for deal.
South Africa Suspends Initiation Schools After Circumcision Deaths
South Africa suspends initiation schools after at least 20 deaths from botched circumcisions, calling for arrests and stricter oversight.
Burnham in Brexit Row Over EU Single Market Bid
Streetling and Burnham criticise Brexit, with Burnham seeing long-term case for rejoining EU, sparking fresh debate on UK-EU ties.
UK-Ireland Summit in Cork Deepens Post-Brexit Cooperation
UK and Irish leaders meet in Cork to deepen post-Brexit cooperation, focusing on shared challenges and cultural ties.
Spain Asks EU to Drop 90-Day Rule for UK Tourists
Spain asks EU to scrap 90-day rule for UK tourists, while introducing new entry requirements including proof of £85 per day spending.
Russian Forces Approach Ukraine's Fortress Belt in Donetsk
Russian troops advance on Kostiantynivka in Donetsk; attacks on civilians continue in Kherson and Sumy; US troop drawdown from Germany raises concerns.
Starmer to Make Brexit Key Election Issue, Targets Reform UK
Starmer plans to make Brexit a key election issue, targeting Reform UK with a strategy to paint Farage as an ideological zealot and push closer EU ties.
UK-EU Reset: Labour's Plans and the EU's Renewed Appeal Analysed
Analysis of Labour's plans for UK-EU reset and the EU's renewed appeal after Orbán's defeat.
Trump Extends Iran Ceasefire Indefinitely Amid Failed Talks
Trump extends Iran ceasefire indefinitely, reversing earlier threats, amid failed talks and continued blockade.
BA Cuts Flights To Seven Middle East Destinations
British Airways reduces Middle East flights due to Iran war, adds more services to India and Kenya.
Marmalade Definition Debate Simmers in UK Parliament
UK MPs debate EU-driven changes to marmalade definition, with concerns over labelling and cultural impact.
Tories Would Give Aberdeen Oil ‘Kiss of Life’ – Badenoch
Kemi Badenoch says a Scottish Conservative win in Aberdeen South could revitalise the oil and gas industry, while SNP claims Tories gave it a 'kiss of death'.
Public Wants Deeper EU Economic Ties, Says Business Secretary
Business secretary Peter Kyle says British public want deeper EU economic ties, signing a competition cooperation deal in Brussels.
Mirror Launches Britain Talks to Heal Divided UK
On the 10th anniversary of Jo Cox's murder, The Mirror relaunches Britain Talks to bridge divides. Sign up to talk with those who see the world differently.
Starmer Denies Lifting Russian Oil Sanctions
UK reassures Ukraine after temporary Russian oil imports spark criticism; Starmer denies weakening sanctions.
Trump Claims Iran Deal Largely Negotiated, Hormuz to Reopen
Trump says Iran deal largely negotiated, Strait of Hormuz to reopen; Iran denies control change; Pakistan mediates further talks.
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