Politics
Friday, November 16, 2018
Friday, November 16, 2018
Michael Gove: 'I absolutely do have confidence in the Prime Minister'
Michael Gove: 'I absolutely do have confidence in the Prime Minister'
He had been rumoured to be considering his resignation after fellow Cabinet members Dominic Raab and Esther McVey resigned on Thursday.
Brexit withdrawal fallout: What could happen today?
Brexit withdrawal fallout: What could happen today?
Reports suggest we could see a vote of no confidence in Theresa May.
Nadine Dorries: Theresa May too 'incompetent' to negotiate a better Brexit deal
Nadine Dorries: Theresa May too 'incompetent' to negotiate a better Brexit deal
The MP for Mid Bedfordshire submitted a vote of no confidence in the Prime Minister a few weeks ago.
What is in Theresa May’s EU Withdrawal Agreement?
What is in Theresa May’s EU Withdrawal Agreement?
Prime Minister Theresa May’s proposed EU Withdrawal Agreement was published on Wednesday night following the announcement that the Cabinet had approved the draft.
Thursday, November 15, 2018
Thursday, November 15, 2018
Nigel Farage’s comments branded as ‘pub chat’ by former SNP MP
Nigel Farage’s comments branded as ‘pub chat’ by former SNP MP
Nigel Farage described the Prime Minister’s proposed EU Withdrawal Agreement as trying to “opt back into” the European Union, adding that it was a “betrayal” - but Mr Farage's comments where called "pub chat" by former SNP MP John Nicolson.
Everything you need to know from Theresa May’s conference: From a second EU vote to her cricket hero
Everything you need to know from Theresa May’s conference
Here are the main points from her speech, from whether she will fight a no confidence vote to who was her cricket hero. A round up of the highs and lows of Mrs May’s conference following a turbulent day at Parliament.
Katie Perrior: There was always going to be ‘bloodshed’ over the final Brexit deal
Katie Perrior: There was always going to be ‘bloodshed’ over the final EU deal
Former Communications Director for Downing Street, Katie Perrior has said that Parliament knew that when it came to the final deal “there would be some bloodshed”.
George Galloway: Jeremy Corbyn has played a 'blinder' during Brexit negotiations
George Galloway: Jeremy Corbyn has played a 'blinder' during Brexit negotiations
The talkRADIO host calls Theresa May's deal "the worst divorce deal in history."
Pound Sterling falls after key Brexit ministerial resignations
Pound Sterling falls after key Brexit ministerial resignations
The pound sterling has fallen after shock ministerial resignations from Brexit Secretary Dominic Raab and Work and Pensions Secretary Esther McVey over the Prime Minister’s Brexit agreement.
Alastair Campbell: 'Theresa May is not the problem, Brexit is the problem'
Alastair Campbell: 'Theresa May is not the problem, Brexit is the problem'
Tony Blair's former director of communications has called for a People's Vote on Brexit, claiming there are "no winners" if the UK leaves the European Union.
Jacob Rees-Mogg hands in letter of no confidence against Theresa May
Jacob Rees-Mogg hands in letter of no confidence against Theresa May
The Brexiteer MP Jacob Rees-Mogg has handed in a letter of no confidence against Theresa May following the publication of her EU Withdrawal agreement on Wednesday night.
EU in 'no rush' to do trade deal with the UK, says Iain Duncan-Smith
EU in 'no rush' to do trade deal with the UK, says Iain Duncan-Smith
The former Conservative leader has said the UK will be trapped by May's withdrawal agreement.
Matt Hancock: Alternatives to Prime Minister's Brexit deal are 'ugly'
Matt Hancock: Alternatives to Prime Minister's Brexit deal are 'ugly'
The health secretary has defended Theresa May's Brexit deal, claiming that the alternatives of a second referendum or no-deal Brexit were "both ugly" options.
Andrew Bridgen: Theresa May should be 'removed' and replaced with a 'Brexiteer'
Andrew Bridgen: Theresa May should be 'removed' and replaced with a 'Brexiteer'
Andrew Bridgen expects there to be a vote of no confidence in the Prime Minister.
Resignation watch: Who has resigned over the Brexit deal?
Resignation watch: Who has resigned over the Brexit deal?
Live updates on who has resigned over the draft Brexit withdrawal agreement.
Esther McVey becomes third minister to resign over May's Brexit deal
Esther McVey becomes third minister to resign over May's Brexit deal
Esther McVey has resigned from her role as work and pensions secretary, claiming she could not "look constituents in the eye" if she voted for it.
Irish Prime Minister praises Theresa May for 'honouring promise' to avoid hard border with Brexit deal
Irish PM praises Theresa May for 'honouring promise' to avoid hard border
Leo Varadkar has praised the Prime Minister for "honouring" her promise to avoid a hard border in Ireland with the draft withdrawal agreement.
Brexit secretary Dominic Raab resigns over 'very real threat' to UK's integrity
Brexit secretary Dominic Raab resigns over 'very real threat' to UK's integrity
Dominic Raab has resigned as Brexit secretary, claiming the withdrawal agreement posed a "very real threat" to the integrity of the UK.
Theresa May's Brexit deal 'will result in a Corbyn government', says Peter Bone MP
Theresa May's Brexit deal 'will result in a Corbyn government', says Peter Bone
Conservative MP Peter Bone has slated Theresa May's Brexit deal, claiming it is "Brexit in name only", and claimed it could result in a "Corbyn government".
Northern Ireland Minister resigns over 'halfway house' Brexit deal
Northern Ireland Minister resigns over 'halfway house' Brexit deal
Shailesh Vara has quit as Northern Ireland Minister, saying he cannot support Theresa May's Brexit agreement.
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Cabinet backs Theresa May's Brexit agreement
Cabinet backs Theresa May's Brexit agreement
In a statement outside 10 Downing Street after a five-hour Cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Theresa May said that Cabinet has agreed the draft Brexit withdrawal agreement.
Theresa May fights to get Cabinet to back her Brexit plans in five hour long meeting
Theresa May fights to get Cabinet to back her Brexit plans in five hour meeting
Theresa May was fighting to get senior ministers on board with her Brexit plans as a Cabinet meeting to approve a draft withdrawal agreement dragged on well beyond its expected time.
Government U-turns on betting machine stakes after MPs revolt
Government U-turns on betting machine stakes after MPs revolt
The Government has U-turned over plans to delay a cut to the maximum stake on Fixed Odds Betting Terminals, after a revolt that saw a minister resign.
Conservative MP turns on Theresa May during Prime Minister's Questions
Conservative MP turns on Theresa May during Prime Minister's Questions
Peter Bone turned on the Prime Minister during a meeting in Parliament, suggesting she would lose the support of "many Conservative MPs" with her Brexit plan.
People 'moaning' about Brexit deal need to 'calm down', says Paul Scully MP
People 'moaning' about Brexit deal need to 'calm down', says Paul Scully MP
People complaining about a Brexit deal need to “calm down” and “read the details” once it is published, Conservative MP Paul Scully has said.
Lord Adonis: Theresa May will be 'killed by both sides' over Brexit deal
Lord Adonis: Theresa May will be 'killed by both sides' over Brexit deal
Labour peer, Lord Andrew Adonis, has said Theresa May will be "killed by both sides" over her Brexit deal, branding it a "load of junk".
Brexit deal: What to expect over the next 24 hours
Brexit deal: What to expect over the next 24 hours
Following the announcement that a draft withdrawal agreement has been agreed with Brussels, talkRADIO's political editor Ross Kempsell explains what will happen over the next 24 hours.
Theresa May's Brexit deal is a 'double-cross', says DUP Brexit spokesman
Theresa May's Brexit deal is a 'double-cross', says DUP Brexit spokesman
The DUP's Brexit spokesman has said Theresa May has "double-crossed" the UK with her Brexit deal.
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Home Office more than 1,400 short of staffing level wanted for Brexit preparations
Home Office more than 1,400 short of staff level wanted for Brexit preparations
The Home Office is more than 1,400 short of its target staffing level for Brexit preparations.
Brexit deal agreed on ‘technical level’
Brexit deal agreed on ‘technical level’
A Brexit deal has been reached by negotiators in Brussels and will be the focus of a crunch Cabinet meeting on Wednesday.
Britons should get visa-free EU travel even in case of no-deal Brexit, says EU Commission
Brits should get visa-free EU travel even for no-deal Brexit, says EU Commission
British citizens travelling to EU nations after Brexit should not have to get a visa, even if Britain leaves without a deal, the European Commission has said.
Welsh MP complains of Conservatives ‘mocking’ his accent in the House of Commons
Welsh MP complains of Conservatives ‘mocking’ his accent in the House of Commons
A Welsh MP has complained of Conservative MPs making “disparaging remarks” about his accent in the House of Commons.
Jacob Rees-Mogg: Take warnings of a post-Brexit disaster with 'a pinch of salt'
Jacob Rees-Mogg: Take warnings of a post-Brexit disaster with 'a pinch of salt'
The Conservative MP claimed that warnings of a disaster post-Brexit has been "exaggerated" by remain voters and should be taken "with a pinch of salt".
Labour MP living in social housing is 'upsetting, insulting and really outrageous', says property expert
Labour MP living in social housing is 'upsetting', 'insulting' and 'outrageous'
The news that Labour MP Kate Osamor is living in social housing despite her household income of £130,000 is "upsetting, insulting and really outrageous", says Luke Doonan.
Sir Vince Cable: Talk of a no-deal Brexit a 'fantasy' to get MPs to 'jump behind' Theresa May's plans
Sir Vince Cable: Talk of a no-deal Brexit is a 'fantasy'
Talk of a no-deal Brexit is a "fantasy" designed to motivate MPs to "jump behind" Theresa May's Brexit plans, Sir Vince Cable has claimed.
Monday, November 12, 2018
Monday, November 12, 2018
Lord Lester faces suspension from the House of Lords over sexual harassment claims
Lord Lester faces suspension from House of Lords over sexual harassment claims
The senior peer Lord Lester of Herne Hill is facing a suspension from the House of Lords after he was found to have sexually harassed a woman during his parliamentary career.
Sir Keir Starmer says Brexit 'can be stopped'
Sir Keir Starmer says Brexit 'can be stopped'
Labour's shadow Brexit secretary Sir Keir Starmer has said Britain's withdrawal from the European Union "can be stopped".
Lord Nigel Lawson: Britain could become 'a colony of the EU' under Theresa May
Lord Nigel Lawson on Brexit: Britain could become 'a colony of the EU'
Lord Nigel Lawson has claimed that under Theresa May's leadership, the UK could become "a colony of the EU, governed by the EU".
Saturday, November 10, 2018
Saturday, November 10, 2018
Donald Trump tweet causes tension with President Macron ahead of WWI anniversary
Donald Trump tweet causes tension with Macron ahead of WWI anniversary
US President Donald Trump caused tension as he arrived in France on Friday, after tweeting about his host French President Emmanuel Macron.
MPs show support for Jo Johnson after resignation
MPs show support for Jo Johnson after resignation
MPs have praised Jo Johnson after he resigned from his positions as Transport Minister and Minister for London over Theresa May’s “unacceptable” Brexit deal.
Friday, November 9, 2018
Friday, November 9, 2018
Jo Johnson resigns over 'completely unacceptable' Brexit deal
Jo Johnson resigns over 'completely unacceptable' Brexit deal
Jo Johnson, the brother of Boris Johnson, has resigned as transport minister over his opposition to Theresa May's Brexit deal
Theresa May's no-deal Brexit plan 'raises alarm bells', says DUP leader
Theresa May's no-deal Brexit plan 'raises alarm bells', says DUP leader
Arlene Foster has claimed Theresa May is "wedded" to the idea of a border down the Irish sea in the case of a no-deal Brexit, which "raises alarm bells".
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Thursday, November 8, 2018
'He's not who I thought he was', says artist inviting public to deface Boris Johnson painting
Artist inviting public to deface painting of Boris Johnson
Helen Masacz painted Boris Johnson in 2010, but is now inviting the public to deface the artwork as her feelings have changed towards the former Foreign Secretary
Meet the young adult fans of Margaret Thatcher
Meet the young adult fans of Margaret Thatcher
Following a recent study, which revealed that two-thirds of under 34's embrace Margaret Thatcher's legacy, we spoke to three young Thatcherites about why they like the Iron Lady.
Mike Graham on Speaker John Bercow: ‘Is it time for this odious character to shove off?’
Mike Graham on Speaker: ‘Is it time for this odious character to shove off?’
Mike Graham and Andrew Bridgen discuss the bullying allegations against Speaker of the House of Commons John Bercow, and his blocking of the release of information about Keith Vaz
Conservatives 'will not be forgiven' for handling of Brexit, says Peter Bone MP
Peter Bone MP: Conservatives 'will not be forgiven' for handling of Brexit
The Conservative MP and member of the Brexit Select Committee claimed the party "will not be forgiven" for "not delivering what the people voted for".
Brexit deal: Publish legal advice to prove UK won't be 'trapped' in EU, says Sammy Wilson MP
Brexit deal: Publish legal advice to prove UK won't be 'trapped' in EU, says MP
The DUP's Brexit spokesman called on Theresa May to publish legal advice on a possible Brexit deal to assure the public the UK is not being "trapped" in the EU.
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Mental health charity refutes Esther McVey's suggestion they support Universal Credit
Mental health charity refutes McVey's suggestion they support Universal Credit
Mental health charity Mind has responded to Esther McVey's suggestion that they said she had 'listened to charities' by reiterating their opposition to current Universal Credit regulations
Cabinet ministers invited to read draft of Brexit withdrawal agreement
Cabinet ministers invited to read draft of Brexit withdrawal agreement
Cabinet ministers have been invited to read the elements of the draft withdrawal agreement that have been agreed with Brussels.
French President Emmanuel Macron praises General who collaborated with the Nazis
French President Emmanuel Macron praises General who collaborated with the Nazis
France's President Emmanuel Macron caused controversy after praising a First World War General who subsequently collaborated with the Nazis in the Second World War.
Most presidents expect a ‘bloody nose’ in the first set of midterms, says former British Ambassador to US
Presidents expect a ‘bloody nose’ in the first midterms, says former Ambassador
Sir Christopher Meyer has said that most sitting presidents expect a “bloody nose” in their first set of midterms, as the US Democrats took control of the House of Representatives in the midterm elections.
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Top actors call on the government for tax relief to encourage more diversity in film and TV
Top actors call for tax relief to encourage diversity in film and TV industry
A group of famous faces, including comedian Sir Lenny Henry, have visited Downing Street today to hand in a letter calling for tax breaks to encourage more diversity in the entertainment industry.
Theresa May says UK will not agree EU Withdrawal deal ‘at any cost’
Theresa May says UK will not agree EU Withdrawal deal ‘at any cost’
Theresa May has told the Cabinet that she will not agree a withdrawal deal with the EU “at any cost”.
Damian Green MP: ‘No government has ever published legal advice’ amid calls for Brexit backstop advice to be revealed
Damian Green MP: ‘No government has ever published legal advice’
Conservative MP Damian Green has said that “no government has ever published legal advice” and that it was “not going to happen”, after former Brexit Secretary David Davis called for Theresa May to publish the legal advice given to the Government on the Irish backstop.
Mims Davies named sports minister after Tracey Crouch resignation
Mims Davies announced as new sports minister
Mims Davies, the MP for Eastleigh has been announced as the new Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport after Tracey Crouch resigned over delays to restrictions on fixed-odds betting machines.
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