Potential triggering of Article 16 an ‘unbelievable turn of events’
Reports that the British Government could trigger Article 16 of the Northern Ireland Protocol has been described as an ‘unbelievable turn of events’. Border Communities Against Brexit spokesperson, Damian McGenity, says activating the article will lead to serious repercussions for people living in the north west and border counties. He…
2022 Trade War likely between UK and EU
A representative from the Border communities against Brexit has warned that if the European Court of justice is removed from having an overseeing role on the Brexit agreement then a trade war could take place between the EU and the UK. The former Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern has also signaled…
British Government expected to publish Internal Market Bill today
The British government is expected to call for significant changes to the Northern Ireland Protocol today. It will unveil a so-called ‘command paper’ in Westminster – demanding an overhaul of the agreement with the EU. British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, says the current arrangement is causing significant disruption…
Uk’s Brexit solo run erodes trust with Europe
The European Commission is expected to take legal action against the United Kingdom in the days ahead over its unilateral move on implementing the Northern Ireland Protocol. The EU and UK were in negotiations in recent weeks through the Joint Committee, which implements the Withdrawal Agreement, about a possible…
Concern expressed over DUP’s attempts to undermine Protocol
The Border Community against Brexit group have expressed their concern over the recent developments in Northern Ireland which has resulted in the DUP calling on all Unionist parties to unite and undermine the Northern Ireland protocol. The North’s First and Deputy First Ministers will hold talks with the European…
Border Communities Against Brexit says continuing uncertainty ‘kills business’
A spokesman for the group Border Communities Against Brexit says it now looks like there WILL be a period in the New Year without a much-needed deal. The EU and the UK have until New Year’s Eve to reach an agreement on Brexit. But Border Communities Against Brexit’s co-ordinator Damien…
Brexit uncertainty is killing businesses
The uncertainty around whether a trade deal will be reached between the EU and the UK is ‘killing’ Irish businesses that trade in the UK That’s according to a representative from the Border Communities against Brexit. Brexit discussions will continue today, after negotiators were told to “go the…