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Brexit and the divided kingdom?

Political shake-up as a Northern Ireland snap election sees nationalists come within one seat of their rivals

Economy

UK economic momentum fading business surveys suggest

Britain's unexpectedly strong economic growth since last June's vote to leave the European Union may be starting to fade as inflation picks up.

United Kingdom

Two tales of Brexit

Two British companies – two very different takes on Brexit.

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The State of the Union: Juncker's EU blueprint

This is the State of the Union, a roundup of the top stories from across Europe from the past seven days.

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British PM appeals for UK stability amid Brexit preparations

Theresa May insisted there is "no economic case" for breaking up the United Kingdom

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The Brief from Brussels: Le Pen's immunity lifted

This is the Brief from Brussels, a roundup of the top stories from Europe’s de facto capital.

United Kingdom

Northern Ireland votes, but will Westminster prevail?

Northern Ireland votes in an Assembly Election, but with the two main parties at odds, a fresh power-sharing government seems on rocky ground.

United Kingdom

UK House of Lords defy government's Brexit Bill

There was an embarrassing defeat for the government in the House of Lords over guaranteeing the rights of EU nationals to live in the UK after Brexit.

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The Brief from Brussels: Juncker unveils post-Brexit blueprint

This is the Brief from Brussels, a roundup of the top stories from Europe’s de facto political capital.

Economy

Eurozone factory growth hits six-year high in February, France lags

Eurozone manufacturing growth accelerated to a six-year high in February, a fall in the value of the euro helped drive up exports and optimism rose.

Belgium

Waiting for Juncker's white paper on a "multi-speed" EU

The President of the European Commission reportedly plans to offer member states a number of "pathways" to post-Brexit unity

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EU's Oettinger warns of Brexit-shaped Brussels budget hold

Richer countries will have to cough up more cash when Britain leaves the EU, according to a top German politician.

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The Brief from Brussels: UK Lords debate Brexit

This is the Brief from Brussels, a roundup of the top stories from Europe’s de facto political capital.

Economy

UK services sector optimistic, CBI survey finds

Optimism among businesses in Britain's services sector is now higher than at any time since June's vote to leave the European Union.

My Europe Series

State of the Union: Marine Le Pen's National Front quizzed over 'fake jobs'

This is State of the Union, a weekly round up of the top stories from across Europe.

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Labour's Corbyn rebuffs calls to resign after Copeland election loss

Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has rebuffed calls to quit after losing a key by-election to the Conservatives.

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The Brief from Brussels: UK sees EU migration fall

This is the Brief from Brussels, a roundup of the top stories from Europe’s de facto political capital.

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EU's Juncker warns of Brexit risk to Good Friday Agreement

European Commission chief Jean-Claude Juncker has warned how Brexit could threaten peace in Northern Ireland after a meeting with Irish PM Enda Kenny.

Economy

British economy finishes 2016 strongly but Brexit effects loom

Britain's economy sped up at the end of 2016 but there were signs the Brexit vote will increasingly act as a brake on growth this year.

United Kingdom

Brexit goes to the Lords

The House of Commons two weeks ago passed the very short bill which allows PM May to trigger Article 50 and begin the process of the UK leaving the EU.