Brexit News Archive: 28 Jan 2020

Huawei move jolts US-UK 'special relationship' at tense time

Britain had to weigh up potential threat to quick trade deal with main ally after Brexit
FT   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 21:30:30

New MEP only serving four days 'would love to be here longer'

A new Scottish MEP says she is to have started her role - even though it will only last four days. 
Sky   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 20:47:00

Boris Johnson to lay out Brexit trade deal priorities within week

UK's last minister to attend EU council bids farewell to counterparts
Jon Stone / The Independent   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:24:00

Britain after Brexit will not be alone, but it will be lonelier

The UK is entering a new world, going its own way while superpowers dominate
FT   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:04:07

Brexit crusader Farage: "I'll miss playing the villain"

As Nigel Farage packed a few belongings into a box at his office in the European Union's parliament in Brussels on Tuesday, he reflected that he will miss the very institution on which - as its bluntest critic - he built his political career.
Reuters   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 17:31:22

Boris Johnson scrambles to rescue 'points-based' immigration pledge after experts reject it as a 'soundbite'

Rival recommendation for salary threshold for incomers after Brexit - set at £25,600 - itself branded 'a disaster for social care'
Rob Merrick / The Independent   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 17:28:00

Auto tariffs to be key topic in Japan-U.K. trade talks after Brexit

Auto tariffs are expected to come up as a top agenda item in Japan-U.K. trade talks that are expected to start as early as this ...
No Author / Japan Times   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 17:17:59

Countdown to Brexit: U.K. Equities Valuation

Looking at valuation levels, we are seeing U.K. equities trade at a significant discount compared to global and U.S. equities as shown in Exhibit 1. Using Datastream Global Equity Indices,
Tajinder Dhillon / Alpha Now   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 15:51:22

EU citizens show their post-Brexit fears

Government wants to introduce an Australian-style points-based system for immigration
FT   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 14:35:59

Disunited Kingdom

Will Brexit break up the United Kingdom? Historian David Edgerton says that the time has come to let go of the idea of a "British nation."
David Edgerton / Project Syndicate   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 14:05:44

Brexit's new chapter: The 'impossible' trade deal

With just days to go before Brexit, European diplomats are already hard at work for the next phase: negotiations to hammer out a future with ...
Alex Pigman / Japan Times   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 13:49:23

Brexit: 'The best now is for it to be done and finalised'

Beer boss Sarah John wants to know what's happening with Brexit, and for things to be
BBC   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 13:08:21

What is an Australian-style immigration system and how might it work?

An Australian-style points-based immigration system would allow Britain to control the number of people coming into the country after Brexit but still welcome much needed professionals such as nurses, according to the Government.
Flora Thompson / The Independent   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:52:00

The City and Brexit: what changes and when

Britain leaves the European Union at 2300 GMT on Friday but has yet to negotiate a deal on future trading relations with the bloc.
Reuters   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:47:58

Crest Nicholson profits tumble after sales hit by Brexit paralysis

FTSE 250 housebuilder also takes charge for fire safety review after Grenfell tragedy
FT   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:26:55

Britain's EU Journey: When Brexit chaos ensued

Times of India   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:14:39

Explainer: Missing you already - how Brexit tilts EU political alliances

Times of India   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:12:39

Have your say: Are chair's statement rules too harsh?

In this week's Pensions Buzz, we want to know whether you think regulations surrounding chair's statements are too harsh. Also, do you think your scheme will have its data for the dashboard this year, and how significant do you think the impact of Brexit will be on your scheme? Would ...
Professional Pensions / Professional Pensions   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:02:29

Missing you already - how Brexit tilts EU political alliances

Britain's exit from the EU is reshaping the balance of power in Europe, removing one of the bloc's two big military powers and one of the top contributors to its budget. Britain has been an outspoken supporter of free trade, close ties with the United States and a tough sanctions ...
Reuters   |   Tue, 28 Jan 2020 12:01:34