Politics
Government considers imposing direct rule in Northern Ireland in the event of no-deal Brexit
The executive at the Northern Ireland assembly collapsed in January 2017 and it is still unclear whether a resolution will be found by the Brexit deadline.
Planning for no-deal Brexit stepped up as Johnson visits Scotland
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has set up cabinet committees focused on the Brexit agenda.
UK and EU unready for no-deal Brexit, CBI warns
But even with more work ‘some aspects cannot be mitigated’, the group said.
Priti Patel says only “skilled, English-speaking workers welcome”
If Spain takes the same stance British expats living in Benidorm may be in trouble.
Vauxhall owner could pull production from Ellesmere Port plant over Brexit
The manufacturer’s only other UK factory is in Luton, where it builds vans.
Boris Johnson unleashes £100 million ad campaign to ready Britain for no-deal Brexit
It will be the biggest advertising campaign since World War II, with an “unprecedented marketing blitz on billboards, radio and television”.
‘Boris Johnson in public toilet’ wows scarecrow festival visitors
Durrow Scarecrow Festival in Co Laois in the midlands is known for its wry take on current affairs.
‘Not the slightest bit worried’ – Corbyn ready to take on Boris Johnson in general election
The Labour leader said candidates and policy announcements are in place.
Government ‘operating on assumption’ of no-deal Brexit, says Michael Gove
Conservatives have gained 10 points since Boris Johnson became Prime Minister, a poll found.