Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom

Press release - Deal reached on EU fund to help regions and businesses adapt to Brexit

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
Organizations, Continents, Articles, Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Portmanteaus, Euro

Two other pre-financing tranches of 1.6 billion euro will be paid at the beginning of 2022 and 2023.

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  • Two other pre-financing tranches of 1.6 billion euro will be paid at the beginning of 2022 and 2023.
  • Ireland will be by far the largest beneficiary in absolute terms, followed by the Netherlands, France, Germany and Belgium.
  • Measures supported by the BAR have to be specifically set up in relation to the UKs withdrawal from the EU.
  • We wanted a quick European response and swift assistance to regions and businesses suffering from the negative effects of Brexit.

Impact of Brexit on the Textile and Clothing Industries in the EU and the UK - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Retail, Textiles, Manufacturing, Fashion, Disaster preparedness, Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Portmanteaus, Negotiation, United Kingdom and the European Union, Decision-making, Brexit negotiations, Brexit and arrangements for science and technology

The "Editorial: Impact of Brexit on the Textile and Clothing Industries in the EU and the UK" report from Textiles Intelligence Ltd. has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Editorial: Impact of Brexit on the Textile and Clothing Industries in the EU and the UK" report from Textiles Intelligence Ltd. has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • In this report, Robin Anson analyses the findings of the study with particular reference to the effects of the two scenarios - a "no deal" Brexit and a "soft" Brexit - on employment and value added in the UK and EU textile and clothing industries.
  • A transitional arrangement designed to bridge the gap between the UK's departure from the EU on January 31, 2020, and full independence is due to come to an end on December 31, 2020.
  • The end of the transitional arrangement will have far-reaching consequences for the textile and clothing industries in the UK and in the remaining 27 EU member states.

Latest news - Statement by Andreas Schwab on the Swiss government's decision on the IFA - Delegation for Northern cooperation and for relations with Switzerland and Norway and to the EU-Iceland Joint Parliamentary Committee and the European Economic [...]

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Organizations, Articles, Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Portmanteaus, International organizations, European Union, Negotiation, Swiss people

More than seven years of joint negotiating and some recent patience are now in vain.

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  • More than seven years of joint negotiating and some recent patience are now in vain.
  • All mediating efforts have proven unsuccessful as some in Switzerland have held on to the view that Brexit would strengthen their negotiating position.
  • It is time that the responsible political actors in Berne recognize that the European project has brought about peace and prosperity also for Switzerland.
  • As long as the domestic narrative is nurtured that the EU works against the Swiss interests, it will be difficult to collaborate closely.

Press release - Brexit: €5 billion to help EU countries mitigate social and economic impact

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021
European Union, Organizations, Economy of the European Union, Politics of the European Union, Continents, Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Portmanteaus, Multiannual Financial Framework, Brexit negotiations, Budget of the European Union

The 5 billion euro fund (in 2018 prices - 5.4 billion in current prices) will be set up as a special instrument outside of the 2021-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) budget ceilings.

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  • The 5 billion euro fund (in 2018 prices - 5.4 billion in current prices) will be set up as a special instrument outside of the 2021-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) budget ceilings.
  • MEPs also demanded that financial and banking entities benefitting from the UKs withdrawal from the EU be excluded from receiving support from BAR.
  • We must ensure that EU aid reaches the countries, regions, companies and people most affected by Brexit.
  • Background

    On 25 December 2020, the Commission presented its proposal for the Brexit Adjustment Reserve, a financial tool to help EU countries to counter the adverse economic and social consequences of UK withdrawal.

Council ready for talks on €5 billion Brexit adjustment reserve

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Saturday, May 1, 2021
Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Portmanteaus

Since the economic consequences of the UK's withdrawal are multiple and unpredictable, the draft regulation establishing the reserve provides an indicative and non-exhaustive list of eligible measures.

Key Points: 
  • Since the economic consequences of the UK's withdrawal are multiple and unpredictable, the draft regulation establishing the reserve provides an indicative and non-exhaustive list of eligible measures.
  • Whatever measures member states decide to take, they have to be directly linked to mitigating the adverse consequences of Brexit to qualify for funding.
  • According to the Council's position, all five billion euros (in 2018 prices) will be provisionally allocated upfront.
  • Four billion euros, or 80% of the reserve, will be disbursed as pre-financing in three instalments, in 2021, 2022 and 2023.

PFS Research Finds UK Retailers Still Need to Prepare for Brexit

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Monday, December 21, 2020
United Kingdom and the European Union, Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Politics, Portmanteaus, Withdrawal from the European Union, Foreign relations of the European Union, Politics of the European Union, European Union

With just over half (54%) of UK retailers reporting that they are either fully prepared for Brexit, or will be by the end of 2020, this still leaves a significant proportion of retailers who wont be ready in time.

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  • With just over half (54%) of UK retailers reporting that they are either fully prepared for Brexit, or will be by the end of 2020, this still leaves a significant proportion of retailers who wont be ready in time.
  • The research has also uncovered that most retailers believe Brexit will have some kind of impact on their business operations.
  • As the clock ticks down to the end of 2020, many retailers are realizing that the time to act is now.
  • To find out more about the research, read The final countdown: are retailers cutting it fine with their Brexit plans?

Approved Oil Keeps Staff Safe with Increased COVID-19 Safety Measures

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Friday, December 4, 2020
Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Politics, United Kingdom and the European Union, Withdrawal from the European Union, Foreign relations of the European Union, Contactless, Chesnais, European Union (Withdrawal) Act, Water dispenser, Michel Barnier, Politics of the European Union

Our bathroom sinks have been converted to be touchless, and touchless hand sanitizer dispensers have also been installed throughout our facilities.

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  • Our bathroom sinks have been converted to be touchless, and touchless hand sanitizer dispensers have also been installed throughout our facilities.
  • We have moved away from our previous water dispensers, opting for contactless models that operate on a foot pedal.
  • We practice sanitary and safety measures as advised by the NYC Department of Health, including social distance markers, 6-foot distance, face masks, and restricted entry into our facilities.
  • We continue to work closely with the New York State Energy Coalition (NYSEC) to uphold all safety and service protocols.

United Kingdom Timber Frame Construction Market 2020-2024: SWOT & PEST, Growth Prospects, Brexit Analysis, Opportunities, Positive & Negative Influences and Future Prospects

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Friday, October 30, 2020
Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Politics, Portmanteaus, United Kingdom and the European Union, Withdrawal from the European Union, Politics of the European Union, European Union

DUBLIN, Oct. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Timber Frame Construction Market - Research & Analysis UK 2020-2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, Oct. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Timber Frame Construction Market - Research & Analysis UK 2020-2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Published in Q1 2020 with revised data sets considering the impact of Brexit on 31st January 2020, this sixth edition report represents a comprehensive and strategic review of the UK timber frame housebuilding and non-residential construction market in 2020.
  • The report offers statistically valid, reliable and vital market intelligence based on financial data from more than 80% of the UK timber frame industry.
  • 80+ market size charts and 100 company financial charts provide more detail in an easy to follow format.

Hamilton Court FX COO advises how import & export businesses can ring-fence foreign exchange exposure in times of economic turbulence, as we move towards the BREXIT deadline

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Friday, September 25, 2020
Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Politics, Portmanteaus, United Kingdom and the European Union, Withdrawal from the European Union, Politics of the European Union, European Union

Brexit is such a large variable for clients that do business not just with the EU, but globally.

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  • Brexit is such a large variable for clients that do business not just with the EU, but globally.
  • Businesses that don't hedge, will not give themselves price certainty on the goods or services that they're buying or selling.
  • Our clients are across a range of sectors with turnovers between 5-500m, and we are regulated by the FCA.
  • Hamilton Court FX is one of the UK's leading providers of foreign exchange transactional advice and delivery.

Brexit immigration bill raises constitutional concerns, says committee

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
United Kingdom and the European Union, Organizations, Articles, Politics of Europe, Brexit, Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom, Politics, Portmanteaus, Withdrawal from the European Union, European Union law, European Union, Impact of Brexit

Brexit immigration bill raises constitutional concerns, says committee

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  • Brexit immigration bill raises constitutional concerns, says committee
    The Constitution Committee publishes its 11th report of the session on the Immigration and Social Security Co-ordination (EU Withdrawal) Bill.
  • The Bill serves two main purposes: to end free movement of persons under EU law and to provide for the amendment of retained EU law governing social security co-ordination.
  • The Committee says that the bill is of "major constitutional importance" and "raises issues of constitutional concern" that have been recurring in its scrutiny of Brexit bills.
  • The Committee describes as "constitutionally unacceptable" the broad and permissive powers regarding freedom of movement that the Government is seeking.