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UK & EU to have regular 'leader level' meetings following PM's trip to Brussels
Keir Starmer met Ursula von der Leyen for talks in Brussels today, with Sir Keir promising to offer “pragmatic, sensible leadership” as he pushed for a reset in the UK-EU relationship.
Starmer in Brussels: youth mobility scheme can give opportunities back to young Brits
Ahead of Keir Starmer's meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen today in Brussels, campaigners call for a UK-EU youth mobility scheme to be agreed.
Prime Minister makes no mention of damaging Brexit deal
With the current Brexit deal estimated to be costing the UK economy in excess of £140bn per year the omission of UK-EU relations from Keir Starmer's speech was a conspicuous .
Chancellor's Speech: Growth means fixing the Brexit deal
Campaigners have repeated calls for regulatory alignment between the UK and the EU following the Chancellor's speech to Labour Party Conference today. 
UK-EU alignment key to upholding falling standards
Campaigners urge alignment with EU standards, as analysis reveals the amount of pesticide residue allowed on British food has soared since Brexit.
Brexit benefits: New border force fleet six times over budget
Post-Brexit rules, made worse by a blunder by Liz Truss, means that Britain's new border force fleet will be delayed and cost six times its original budget.
Beneficial alignment key to overcoming Brexit barriers
Campaigners call for beneficial regulatory alignment with the EU as new report shows that Brexit continues to have a 'stifling' impact on UK trade. 
GDP flatines: figures highlight importance of closer UK-EU trading relationship
The UK economy unexpectedly flatlined for the second month in a row.
Andy Mangan denied visa in latest Brexit casualty
Andy Mangan has been denied a once in a lifetime move to Real Madrid as a result of Brexit regulations.
Thousands barred from the ballot due to voter ID rules
Campaigners call for expansion of the voter ID list as watchdog finds that around 16,000 people missed out on having their say at the General Election.
House of Commons shifts from Brexit denial
At Trade and Business questions in the House of Commons today, the Trade Secretary and his ministers were inundated by questions from government and opposition benches alike on the negative effect that Brexit continues to have on British businesses.
Prime Minister in Berlin to "turn corner on Brexit"
The Prime Minister has pledged to "turn a corner on Brexit" and “fix the broken relationships left behind by the previous government” as he visits Berlin today.
British musicians playing European festivals bounce back to pre-Brexit levels but serious problems persist
New analysis suggests that while the number of British musicians playing major EU festivals has surpassed pre-Brexit levels this summer, difficulties persist particularly for up-and-coming artists.
Youth Mobility Scheme will take Brexit brakes off young Brits’ futures
It has been reported today that the Government is willing to discuss a reciprocal Youth Mobility Scheme with the EU, a policy backed by a strong majority of British people.
GDP figures: Removing Brexit barriers can pay immediate dividends
ONS figures confirm that GDP growth over Q2 this year was 0.6%
Paris Olympics 2024: “global cooperation at its best”
The 2024 Olympics came to a close on Sunday evening after two weeks of captivating competition.
Southport stabbings: we must stand up against all who advocate violence and hate
Rioting by the far-right has spread throughout the UK, as those involved seek to use the Southport stabbings to stir up racial tension.
Chancellor’s statement: Brexit impact on public finances cannot be ignored
The Chancellor reveals plans to tackle £22 billion hole in the economy, but doesn't mention Brexit or the UK's relationship with the EU
Closure of Bibby Stockholm must signal the end of “government by gimmick”
The barge was introduced by the last Government as an alternative to hotels while they failed to clear the massive backlog of asylum claimants but was roundly criticised for being more expensive and providing intolerable living conditions.
Brexit likely cost lives during the pandemic
A damning new report from the UK Covid-19 Inquiry has found that the last Government's prioritising Brexit led to inaction during the Covid-19 pandemic.