Tag: EU-UK relations


  • Reeves Says UK Cannot Rejoin the EU Customs Union, Signals Policy Direction

    Reeves Says UK Cannot Rejoin the EU Customs Union, Signals Policy Direction

    Reeves signals a clear stance on rejoining the customs union Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivered a pointed message to Cabinet colleagues during a Bloomberg event in Davos, Switzerland, stating that the UK cannot go back in time to rejoin the EU customs union. The comment comes as debate intensifies within Government about future…

  • EU Pushes for a Farage Clause in Brexit Reset Talks with the UK

    EU Pushes for a Farage Clause in Brexit Reset Talks with the UK

    Overview: The EU’s demand in the Brexit reset talks The European Union is pressing for a formal provision—a so‑called “Farage clause” in the upcoming Brexit reset agreement—that would require the United Kingdom to compensate the bloc if a future government reneges on the deal. The demand comes as Prime Minister Keir Starmer engages in delicate…

  • EU Pushes for a Farage-Style Guarantee in Brexit ‘Reset’ Deal with the UK

    EU Pushes for a Farage-Style Guarantee in Brexit ‘Reset’ Deal with the UK

    EU Pushes for a Farage-Style Guarantee in Brexit Reset Deal The European Union is pressing for a robust mechanism in any forthcoming Brexit reset agreement with the United Kingdom. At the heart of the talks is a demand for guarantees that Brussels would be compensated if a future UK government reneges on the terms of…

  • EU Pushes for a ‘Farage Clause’ in UK Brexit Reset Deal

    EU Pushes for a ‘Farage Clause’ in UK Brexit Reset Deal

    EU Pressure on a Brexit Reset The European Union is reported to be pressing for a bold safeguard in any forthcoming Brexit reset agreement with the United Kingdom. As Prime Minister Keir Starmer navigates delicate negotiations aimed at stabilising post-Brexit relations, EU negotiators are demanding a safety net that would compel UK compensation if a…