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WATCH: PM Theresa May talks of “compromise on both sides” in bipartisan Brexit talks
The Prime Minister acknowledged differences between herself and Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn in a video released by Downing Street.
WATCH: Brexit deadlock continues as Commons vote results in a tie
The Brexit impasse that has consumed Westminster in recent months has reached another level today. A vote by MPs on holding more indicative votes resulted in a direct tie.
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WATCH: PM Theresa May prepared to hold talks with Corbyn and seek further extension to Article 50
After marathon Cabinet talks lasting almost eight hours, the Prime Minister spoke from Downing Street, announcing her intension to seek a further extension of Article 50, and offered to reach across the aisle to the opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn.
Indicative Votes: All eight Brexit alternatives fail to command a majority in the Commons
Westminster hoped to gain clarity in a series of indicative votes on alternative options for Brexit. It did not, as all were rejected by MPs.
PM Theresa May to resign once Brexit deal is delivered
The Prime Minister was addressing Conservative MPs at a meeting of the 1922 Committee when she announced she was prepared to leave Downing Street sooner than planned, if her Brexit deal was passed through Parliament.
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WATCH: PM Theresa May tells the nation “I’m on your side” as she berates MPs over indecision
The Prime Minister addressed Britain following yet another tumultuous day in Westminster, telling the public: “It is high time we made a decision”.
Conservative MP Dominic Grieve slams PM Theresa May’s PMQs statement, and her handling of Brexit
The Tory MP called it the “worst moment” he has experienced since entering the House of Commons. Continue reading Conservative MP Dominic Grieve slams PM Theresa May’s PMQs statement, and her handling of Brexit
Cabinet ministers revolt as MPs vote to extend Article 50 past March 29
The House of Commons has voted to extend Article 50 until June 30, in a bid to find a resolution to the Brexit impasse that has consumed Parliament.
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PM Theresa May’s revised Brexit deal rejected by another massive majority in the Commons
After last minute renegotiations in Strasbourg on Monday evening, the prime minister was hoping for a change of fortunes for her EU withdrawal agreement.
Chuka Umunna appeals for voters to abandon “deeply divided” parties and join The Independent Group
Former Labour MP Chuka Umunna has called the traditional two-party system “broken” as he urges voters to back the newly founded Independent Group.
Jeremy Corbyn denies calling PM Theresa May a “stupid woman” over PMQs row
The leader of the opposition Jeremy Corbyn has refuted claims he called the Prime Minister a “stupid woman” at the last Prime Minister’s Questions of the year.
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Brexit fallout: PM May stands defiant on one of her darkest days
As the press gathered in Downing Street for an early evening press conference, the Prime Minister stuck to her plan and refused to budge on her widely panned Brexit deal.
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A divided cabinet approves PM Theresa May’s EU withdrawal agreement
The prime minister addressed the nation after a historic five-hour meeting of the cabinet to announce they had approved the draft withdrawal agreement set out by UK and EU negotiators.
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WATCH: President Trump takes on the media in post-midterm press conference
U.S. president Donald Trump went head-to-head with members of the media in his first press conference after the midterm elections.
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U.S. midterms: Democrats take control of the House, GOP retain the Senate
Democrats have taken control of the U.S. House of Representatives in the midterm elections, while president Donald Trump’s Republicans have maintained control of the Senate.
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U.S. midterms: America goes to the polls
Americans are voting in the most hotly contested midterm elections in recent history today, against a political backdrop of division and polarisation.
Budget 2018: Chancellor promises an end to austerity is coming
The Chancellor has set out his plans for tax and spending for the coming year, promising more money for the NHS, schools and an end to austerity.
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WATCH: Trump insults reporter: “I know you’re not thinking. You never do”
U.S. president Donald Trump, yesterday, insulted ABC News reporter Cecilia Vega as he called upon her to ask a question at a White House press conference. Continue reading WATCH: Trump insults reporter: “I know you’re not thinking. You never do”
Trump’s America: Impeaching the president?
Earlier this week, the U.S. president found himself embroiled in legal and political scandal. Continue reading Trump’s America: Impeaching the president?
