Starmer's EU Alignment: Cost and 'Henry VIII Powers'
Keir Starmer's plan to align UK standards with the EU using statutory instruments faces criticism over sovereignty and devolution, despite aiming to reduce trade friction.
Keir Starmer's plan to align UK standards with the EU using statutory instruments faces criticism over sovereignty and devolution, despite aiming to reduce trade friction.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has purchased £2 million in bitcoin through Stack BTC, chaired by former chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng, while Labour calls for a ban on crypto donations.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer defends plans for new legislation allowing UK to adopt EU single market rules quickly using Henry VIII powers, aiming to strengthen economic ties with Brussels.
Natasha Cochrane De La Rosa, a British-born woman, was barred from boarding her flight home from Spain due to new post-Brexit border regulations requiring dual nationals to present specific documentation.
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RecommendedThe EU's Entry-Exit System (EES) will require British travellers to provide fingerprints and facial biometrics, replacing manual passport stamping and enforcing the 90-day stay limit from September 2026.
The UK government is drafting legislation to adopt EU single market rules in areas like food standards, using 'dynamic alignment' to streamline trade and boost growth, sparking debate over parliamentary control.
New legislation would allow ministers to adopt EU single market regulations without full parliamentary votes, aiming to reduce trade barriers while sparking democratic concerns.
The Labour government is drafting legislation to adopt EU single market rules using Henry VIII powers, bypassing full parliamentary scrutiny to boost trade and economic ties post-Brexit.
Donald Trump announces an immediate US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after failed Iran peace talks, while Viktor Orbán concedes defeat in Hungary's election after 16 years in power.
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RecommendedLabour's legislation to align UK with EU single-market rules without full parliamentary scrutiny sparks accusations of Brexit betrayal from Reform UK and Tories.
A Conservative property manager and a Lib Dem university researcher debate Brexit responsibility and affordable housing over dinner, finding common ground on the EU exit's impact but clashing on culpability.
Actress Lucy Liu details a frightening health scare where she was mistakenly diagnosed with breast cancer, urging women to advocate for their health and prioritize early detection screenings.
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has reiterated his criticism of Ukraine during a campaign rally, accusing Kyiv of seeking to influence Hungary's government and warning against financial support.
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RecommendedZack Polanski calls for a review of the UK's trade agreement with Israel following recent strikes in Lebanon, citing human rights concerns and international law.
The EU's Entry-Exit System (EES) introduces biometric checks for British travellers to the Schengen Area, replacing passport stamps and enforcing 90-day stay limits.
Ten years after the EU referendum, new research reveals Britain remains deeply polarised, with Brexit identities shaping politics, media, and social divides in profound ways.
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton provides a positive health update after surviving sepsis and emergency surgery for a massive blood clot, now walking again with assistance.
Donald Trump has vowed to impose immediate 50% tariffs on nations supplying military weapons to Iran, despite a Supreme Court ruling that stripped his unilateral tariff powers earlier this year.
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A leading academic argues that Labour should announce a referendum on re-entering the EU, offering a bold strategy to rally support and address Brexit's damage amid global shifts.
Labour's pledge to ban foie gras and fur imports faces reversal as UK seeks closer alignment with Brussels in post-Brexit trade talks, prioritizing economic ties over animal welfare commitments.
The UK government is breaking manifesto commitments by abandoning planned bans on foie gras and fur imports, prioritizing trade negotiations with the EU over animal welfare pledges.
Reality star Olivia Attwood undergoes stem cell therapy in South Korea, inspired by Kim Kardashian, amid emotional fallout from her split with footballer Bradley Dack.
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RecommendedReports suggest UK may align with EU food naming rules, requiring marmalade to specify fruit type, sparking political controversy over Brexit and trade.
The UK government has clarified that marmalade will not require renaming under new EU rules adopted in a post-Brexit trade agreement, despite earlier media speculation.
The UK government has clarified that marmalade will not require renaming to 'citrus marmalade' under post-Brexit trade rules, dismissing media reports of mandatory relabelling.
The UK government has clarified that marmalade will not require renaming under post-Brexit trade rules, countering media reports about potential 'citrus marmalade' labels on British shelves.
The UK government confirms marmalade will not need renaming despite political claims about EU rules. Most brands already label it as orange marmalade, aligning with international standards.
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RecommendedMarmalade will not need to be renamed under new EU rules, contrary to claims from Tory and Reform politicians. The UK's beloved breakfast spread remains unchanged.