EU Referendum
The European economy is stealing a march on us—quelle surprise!
UK growth is plummeting thanks to Brexit—and a recession in 2018 can’t be ruled out. Meanwhile, things are very different for our friends on the continent
The Irish border is the canary in the Brexit coalmine
The Republic has hit back on the lack of clarity around border proposals. If the UK doesn't change its negotiating strategy, it won't be the last shock it gets
Labour’s Brexit stance is pragmatic—but is it progressive?
Vagueness on Brexit is a good electoral strategy. But the party mustn't lose sight of those who could suffer in the process
It’s not just Euratom—leaving the EU will be complicated by all sorts of regulations
The structure for European cooperation on nuclear issues recently became headline news. It's far from the only factor that will complicate Brexit
Theresa May will find it hard to forge a trade deal for Brexit Britain—but there may be a way forward
In some ways, May's struggle mirrors that of previous Prime Ministers. But the world has moved on since Macmillan's dealings with Europe in 1958
Europe’s “elite” is united on Brexit—but not much else
A third of the "elites" want deeper integration, while another third want powers returned to member states
Change at the banks? Look out for a shift in economic policy
With the ECB and the Bank of England both considering withdrawing monetary stimulus, it seems that change is coming
Merkel’s stance on gay marriage isn’t surprising—but it is masterful politics
Challenged by Martin Schulz, Merkel's free vote will appeal to liberal voters—while her personal discomfort will reassure her base
Now is the time to fight against a destructive Brexit
Even as negotiations begin, Brexit could still be mitigated—or even stopped completely
The public deserves to be consulted about Brexit
We need an open discussion, led by a cross-party group of MPs
Will this election result derail the PM’s Brexit plans?
It is expected to disrupt them, but in one sense it could play into May's hands
Brexit: This challenge is worth undertaking
It represents the most daunting government task since 1939—but properly handled it will give Britain a boost