Joe Biden ‘won’t solve Europe’s problems alone’ says Verhofstadt In a video he posted on his social media platform, the Belgian MEP said Donald Trump’s “damage” cannot be undone by one ceremony, as he welcomed US President-elect Joe Biden to his post. Despite admitting Biden’s election can be a “new start” for Europe, Mr Verhofstadt […]
The inauguration of an American president typically takes place at a public ceremony marked by pomp, circumstance and the presence of a predecessor. This has been the custom for about two centuries: a show of participation from the departing head of state that symbolizes the peaceful transfer of power. When President Trump promised to put […]
Denver spent more than $400,000 on homeless encampment sweeps last year, invoices and receipts show, though the exact cost remains unclear. Invoices obtained by The Denver Post through open records requests show the city paid $398,199 to Environmental Hazmat Services, a waste company, which rids encampments of trash and hazardous materials. But not all of […]
Richard Tice says people are ‘worried’ about Reform UK party Mr Tice blasted SNP-backing media and political figures who have attacked Reform UK’s support for the Union. The political group, previously known as The Brexit Party, has been a staunch supporter of maintaining the unity of the UK and hopes to gain seats in the […]
Universal Credit row may cause Tory rebellion warns expert Channel 4 News expert Paul McNamara has warned that some Conservative MPs may rebel should the Government ignore the vote to extend the uplift to Universal Credit. Monday’s vote in Parliament not to end the £20 Universal Credit increase saw Labour’s motion win by 278-0 after Boris […]
Indyref2: Monica Lennon discusses her stance on vote Monica Lennon will face off with Anas Sarwar in a hotly contested leadership race to replace Richard Leonard as the next Scottish Labour leader. The Central Scotland MSP and party health spokeswoman is vying to replace Mr Leonard, who announced on Thursday he would step down from […]
Brexit: EU ‘run rings around UK on fisheries’ says expert Sources said multiple member states are also keen to play a stronger role in deciding if such provisions have been breached. The so-called level playing field was among the main sticking points in trade talks between Brussels and London last year. The negotiating term refers […]
Brexit: City of London backed to thrive by Daniel Hodson A senior MEP dismissed Brussels’ “wait and see” policy and insisted the approach would hinder Europe’s financial services industry. German Markus Ferber, of the European People’s Party, said the plan should also curb the reliance on the dollar on international markets. The veteran MEP said: […]
Nicola Sturgeon on military support in Scotland vaccine rollout Nicola Sturgeon was repeatedly grilled on her admission that vaccine supply in Scotland was “patchy” amid a growing backlash over the SNP leader’s handling of the rollout. Ms Sturgeon has recruited the British Army’s support in order to establish 80 new mass vaccine centres in Scotland. […]
Police and National Guard troops stood sentry at newly fortified statehouses Sunday ahead of demonstrations planned for the leadup to President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, as authorities worked to deter a repeat of the recent riot that overran the U.S. Capitol. A few protesters were starting to gather in some cities, but streets in many others […]