Euroscepticism in the United Kingdom

Article - European Parliament in 2019: legislative work and new term

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
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Parliament approved requirements for further reductions of greenhouse-gas emissions from new cars and vans as well as from trucks.

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  • Parliament approved requirements for further reductions of greenhouse-gas emissions from new cars and vans as well as from trucks.
  • Safety features such as intelligent speed assistance that prevent road fatalities will have to be installed in all new vehicles from 2022 after MEPs voted in favour in April.
  • Parliament followed developments surrounding Brexit closely all year and approved a number of measures to mitigate the risk of the UK withdrawing from the EU without a deal.
  • MEPs also voted in favour of reinforcing the European Border and Coast Guard Agency and give it a standing corps of 10,000 by 2027.

Panthera Group Founders Paul Hayward and Michael Doherty Announces its Policy in Europe to Broaden Opportunities for Long Term Investment

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
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Paul Hayward,Co-founder said,"Now that the doubts over Brexit and the elections are calming down.

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  • Paul Hayward,Co-founder said,"Now that the doubts over Brexit and the elections are calming down.
  • Panthera Group sees the UK, and London in particular, as a place to make long term investments."
  • Panthera Group is in negotiations to acquire a majority stake in a boutique hotel brand based in London with more than 20 outlets throughout the UK.
  • "We are also talking to a small brewery in London," says Micky Doherty, "as we have craft beer business in Asia and we do believe in vertical integration."

Panthera Group Founders Paul Hayward and Michael Doherty Announces its Policy in Europe to Broaden Opportunities for Long Term Investment

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Wednesday, January 8, 2020
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Paul Hayward,Co-founder said,"Now that the doubts over Brexit and the elections are calming down.

Key Points: 
  • Paul Hayward,Co-founder said,"Now that the doubts over Brexit and the elections are calming down.
  • Panthera Group sees the UK, and London in particular, as a place to make long term investments."
  • Panthera Group is in negotiations to acquire a majority stake in a boutique hotel brand based in London with more than 20 outlets throughout the UK.
  • "We are also talking to a small brewery in London," says Micky Doherty, "as we have craft beer business in Asia and we do believe in vertical integration."

Article - Croatian Council presidency: what MEPs expect

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Friday, January 3, 2020
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However, MEPs expect to see other topics on the agenda too.

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  • However, MEPs expect to see other topics on the agenda too.
  • Karlo Ressler (EPP) sees the presidency as a great opportunity for Croatia to further position itself politically, economically and diplomatically within the EU.
  • "Croatia will continue to address the issue of Brexit and lead the negotiations on a budget for the next seven years.
  • She also wants to see progress on direct payments in agriculture and the activation of unused agricultural land.

ESMA extends recognition decisions for 3 UK CCPs in the event of a no-deal Brexit

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Monday, December 23, 2019
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ESMA announced on 18 February and 5 April 2019 that in the event of a no-deal Brexit, it would recognise the three UK CCPs.

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  • ESMA announced on 18 February and 5 April 2019 that in the event of a no-deal Brexit, it would recognise the three UK CCPs.
  • Furthermore, on 19 December 2019 the European Commission adopted Implementing Decision (EU) 2019/2211 amending Implementing Decision (EU) 2018/2031.
  • ESMA has consequently amended the recognition decisions for the three UK CCPs to extend them until this new expiry date.
  • The recognition decisions would take effect on the date following Brexit date, under a no-deal Brexit scenario.

Let's Day Out Survey: London Remains Most Diverse and Interesting City in Europe Despite Brexit

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Thursday, December 19, 2019
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A recent Yougov survey, commissioned by app Let's Day Out, shows that London remains one of the most interesting cities in Europe, despite Brexit

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  • A recent Yougov survey, commissioned by app Let's Day Out, shows that London remains one of the most interesting cities in Europe, despite Brexit
    LONDON, Dec. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite Brexit making headlines for over three years, London maintains its popularity as a top global destination.
  • A recent Yougov survey, commissioned by Let's Day Out, found that 63% of people aged 25-34 in the UK agreed that London is one of the "most diverse and interesting cities in Europe."
  • The survey also shows that 61% of people aged 25-35 think London offers the biggest range of events and experiences in the UK.
  • Vicky Cheng, CEO, Let's Day Out, says: "Our app is all about connecting fun-loving and like-minded people, and connecting them to exclusive premium experiences.

Press release - MEPs welcome EU summit climate goals but criticise lack of budget ambition

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019
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MEPs also commented extensively on the 12 December elections in the UK and Brexit, with most speakers regretting that the country is ready to depart from the European Union.

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  • MEPs also commented extensively on the 12 December elections in the UK and Brexit, with most speakers regretting that the country is ready to depart from the European Union.
  • Nonetheless, all of them highlighted that the democratic result needs to be respected.
  • They called for negotiations to be successfully concluded, in order to safeguard the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the UK and the EU.
  • Watch the video recording of the interventions by clicking on the links below.

Press release - Parliament to debate EU summit conclusions on Wednesday

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
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During a series of meetings in different formats, EU heads of state or government focussed on climate change and the European Green Deal, the EU’s long-term budget, Brexit, the Economic and Monetary Union, the Conference on the Future of Europe and foreign relations.

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During a series of meetings in different formats, EU heads of state or government focussed on climate change and the European Green Deal, the EU’s long-term budget, Brexit, the Economic and Monetary Union, the Conference on the Future of Europe and foreign relations.

You can watch the debate in plenary live via EP Live and EbS+.

SEI Study: Astute Investors May Continue to Shape Advisory Firms in 2020

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019
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When asked when they expect the next market downturn, the majority of advisors (42%) said in 2021, while 27% percent believe the downturn will occur sooner in 2020.

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  • When asked when they expect the next market downturn, the majority of advisors (42%) said in 2021, while 27% percent believe the downturn will occur sooner in 2020.
  • More than half (64%) cited geopolitical uncertainty, including the presidential election, impeachment, trade war and Brexit, as the top concern.
  • Eighteen percent think younger investors' use of robo or hybrid advice platforms will be a business growth challenge.
  • It is through these services that SEI helps advisors save time, grow revenues, and differentiate themselves in the market.

Brexit and SEC Requirements for Public Companies; Attorney Laura Anthony Talks Pubco Preparedness

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Monday, December 16, 2019
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Clayton continued, "Brexit is already here," and advised financial executives that preparations should be made for a variety of scenarios, including a "hard Brexit."

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  • Clayton continued, "Brexit is already here," and advised financial executives that preparations should be made for a variety of scenarios, including a "hard Brexit."
  • In a well-planned and systematic manner, the SEC has recently begun requiring that public companies disclose their game plans for dealing with a financially disruptive Brexit.
  • Also consistent with SEC rules and guidance , generic disclosures related to the impact of Brexit do not provide meaningful input for investors.
  • ALG has represented in excess of 200 companies in reverse merger, initial public offering and direct public offering transactions.