When anyone says they want “a deep and special relationship” you know they are only looking at their side of negotiations and are oblivious of the other side’s position. The EU isn’t in a position to give us such a […]
Before the referendum, at least one well-known pro-remain politician talked of leaving the country if we voted to leave. Unfortunately, not only has there been no indication that Red Ken has kept to his word and cleared off to somewhere […]
The Government has consistently stated their aim is to provide continuity, and a smooth transition to independence but the very opposite is happening. Business is becoming nervous, mainly because ministers are sending out mixed messages that are destroying confidence Fisheries […]
The British fishing industry faces a worrying future, as it is not clear what will happen post-Brexit. However, even before we leave the EU, next year could see many vessels put out of business, losing the very people we need […]
A week ago today, the subject of fisheries was raised by Craig Mackinley, the Conservative MP for Thanet South, in the debate over the European Union (withdrawal) Bill. The relevant part of his speech, taken from Hansard, was as follows:- […]
In the first article looking at the European Union Withdrawal Bill, we set out the principle behind it but pointed out that it was impossible for EU regulations and directives to be transferred verbatim onto out statute books. As an […]
