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Euroviews. An independent Scotland isn’t ready for EU membership. It needs a constitution first ǀ View

I am still unconvinced that the SNP really wants to lead a new independent Scotland into the EU. The SNP only brings up EU membership as a persuasive argument to achieve independence more easily.

29/01/2020

Living

Sweat crystals, cactus leather and sugar cane at Future Fabrics 2020

With so many sustainable fabrics now available, why do plastic-based polyesters still manage to dominate the market?

29/01/2020

United Kingdom

'Broadcasting legend' Nicholas Parsons dies aged 96

Parsons also fronted Anglia Television's brash 1970s game show, Sale Of The Century, and was awarded a CBE by the queen.

28/01/2020

United Kingdom

Britain angers US by giving Huawei limited role in 5G network

The decision is the first by a major US ally in Europe and comes despite threats from Washington to end intelligence cooperation if Huawei gets access.

28/01/2020

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Customers with blocked accounts are the ones being stung in the fight over money laundering ǀ View

UK banks are increasingly freezing their customers’ accounts indefinitely, citing strict anti-money laundering laws. Is it really a price worth paying?

27/01/2020

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Brexit: What happens at midnight on Friday? Not a lot.

An 11-month transition period ensures that cross-border travel, personal rights and immigration remain unchanged until at least December 31.

27/01/2020

United Kingdom

New Brexit coin unveiled ahead of Britain leaving EU

The last batch of coins minted by the government had to be melted down after the UK failed to leave the European Union on October 31.

26/01/2020

United Kingdom

London rolls out live facial recognition as EU considers ban

The Metropolitan Police say the technology will help them combat "serious crime" but opponents argue it will be in violation of human rights.

24/01/2020

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Internet regulation is necessary but an overzealous Online Harms bill could harm our rights ǀ View

Attempts to rein in the internet will take a step closer in the UK. The proposed new law, however, shows little sign of addressing fundamental issues.

24/01/2020

United Kingdom

Essex lorry: Eamonn Harrison to be extradited to face charges

The 22-year-old was arrested on a European arrest warrant for a number of charges, including 39 counts of manslaughter.

24/01/2020

United Kingdom

Brexit: What happened in Boris Johnson's first six months as UK PM?

Since July, Boris Johnson has transformed his party, won an election and ensured the UK will leave the EU. But his critics say Brexit is far from done.

24/01/2020

United Kingdom

EU presidents sign UK withdrawal deal ahead of Brexit day

Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel have signed the Brexit deal on behalf of the European Commission and European Council, part of the process to ensure a smooth UK exit from the EU next week.

24/01/2020

United Kingdom

Scottish islands to teach every school pupil in Gaelic

A ‘Gaelic First’ policy has been introduced to help boost the language in the Outer Hebrides where it is spoken by 52% of residents.

23/01/2020

United Kingdom

‘Brexit finish line’ crossed as Britain passes EU exit bill

The House of Commons removed an amendment forcing the British government to let unaccompanied migrant children join relatives in the UK.

23/01/2020

United Kingdom

'Two down, four to go': Monty Python star Terry Jones dies aged 77

From Oxford to Nazareth and beyond, we look at the life of the writer and historian.

22/01/2020

United Kingdom

'EU more vital than US': UK businesses call for more Brexit clarity

Sixty-one percent of UK directors describe the EU as more important to them than any other countries, including the US.

21/01/2020

Living

The 60 best sustainable clothing brands to wean you off fast fashion

Your shopping guide to the best European sustainable fashion brands.

21/01/2020

United Kingdom

Titanic wreck to be ‘better protected’ under ‘momentous’ UK-US treaty

The international accord signed by London and Washington allows both governments to control visits to the legendary shipwreck.

21/01/2020

United Kingdom

UK government in Brexit defeat over EU citizens’ rights

The British government says it will continue with its planned post-Brexit EU settlement scheme despite losing three votes in parliament.

21/01/2020

Green News

The owners spoiling their pets with blueberry and vanilla facials

Is mollycoddling our pets just speciesism at its finest?

21/01/2020

United Kingdom

Pro-Brexit UK pub chain wants to cut drink prices on January 31

The chain, which has 875 pubs across the UK, plans to cut the prices of several European drinks by up to 60p (€0.70) for a month from January 31.

20/01/2020

United Kingdom

Prince Harry speaks out: 'I want you to hear the truth from me'

Harry's comments, at a Sentabale charity dinner in London. were the first remarks since he and Meghan Markle announced they were splitting from the royal family.

20/01/2020

United Kingdom

Royal split: Harry and Meghan get 'clean break' from royal family

Harry and Meghan are getting a clean break from the royal family, commentators said, as they analysed what lies ahead for the couple.

19/01/2020

Living

Living Recommends | Rewilding our relationship with our wardrobe

Kate Fletcher's "Wild Dress" asks us to think about what we wear and its connection with the natural world.

19/01/2020

United Kingdom

Prince Harry and Meghan to stop using their HRH titles, pay back £2.4m

Prince Harry and Meghan will stop using their HRH titles, Buckingham Palace said.

18/01/2020

United Kingdom

British territory Gibraltar 'could stay in Schengen Area after Brexit'

Gibraltar's chief minister, Fabian Picardo, says the territory should remain accessible to the rest of the EU after January 31.

18/01/2020