Britain hopes to stave-off the effects of a hard Brexit by partnering with China. A top official at Britain’s finance ministry has stated that Britain aspires to be China’s leading Western partner as China tries to manoeuvre itself as the… Read More ›
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Scotland’s independence referendum stonewalled by Theresa May
Scotland’s demand for an independence referendum is likely to face an uphill task since it could potentially undermine Britain’s negotiating position during Brexit talks with the EU. In a significant development, British Prime Minister Theresa May is preparing the grounds… Read More ›
Britain scurries to have a contingency plans in case of a hard brexit
Failing to provide a contingency plans would amount to a serious dereliction of duty.
Brexit – Irish economy hangs in the balance
During Brexit negotiations, Ireland could emerge as the UK’s Achilles heel. If physical border controls are placed, it could give rise to a resurgence of violent militant protests. According to Britain’s Northern Ireland minister, a post-Brexit trade deal with the… Read More ›
Brexit negotiations could take more than just 2 years: Jean-Claude Juncker
Britain will have to change more than 20,000 of its laws so that it can complete its divorce proceeding. Furthermore, as a member of the EU, Britain cannot undertake any bilateral agreement(s). Jean-Claude Juncker, the President of the European Commission… Read More ›
Paris charms London’s bankers looking to relocate following Brexit
Although French labour and tax laws are certainly a consideration, what the bankers will also have to factor in, in their decisions for relocation is Parisian charm and finesses after all “When was the last time you took your partner… Read More ›
UK based Reckitt Benkiser in advanced talks with Mead Johnson for a potential takeover
Analysts have said the potentially 16.7 billion will see the “health and hygiene” company move into “infant nutrition” which isn’t such a big leap considering the grey area between healthcare and food. The Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc, best known for… Read More ›
Theresa May clears first legislative hurdle with her Brexit plans intact
With a clear majority, this first step was expected to be smooth sailing. In the next, she will have to move more deftly so as to not expose her Brexit strategy before negotiations begin. In a significant first step that… Read More ›
Cap on roaming charges could significantly diminish across the European Union
EU’s digital chief is pushing lawmakers to collaborate and hammer down the caps on roaming charges across the EU. The European Union’s digital chief has made it amply clear that the failure to cross the last remaining hurdle of abolishing… Read More ›
Britain in dire straits for a deal with the U.S.
Theresa May knows her legacy depends on walking on the middle path: cosying up to Trump will not put her in the good graces of her neighbours; revealing her “Hard Brexit” stance has already pushed her against the wall. Desperate… Read More ›