Brexit breaking news
Here are the latest breaking news updates on Brexit:
Latest Developments:
- The UK and EU have agreed on a revised Brexit deal, which includes a new protocol on Northern Ireland and a commitment to avoid a hard border on the island of Ireland. (Source: BBC News)
- The UK Parliament is set to vote on the revised deal on October 19, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson urging MPs to back the agreement. (Source: The Guardian)
- The EU has given the UK a deadline of October 15 to ratify the revised deal, or face a no-deal Brexit. (Source: The Telegraph)
- The UK's Supreme Court has ruled that Prime Minister Boris Johnson's decision to suspend Parliament was unlawful, paving the way for MPs to return to Parliament earlier than expected. (Source: The Independent)
Key Quotes:
- "This is a good deal for the UK and for the EU. It's a deal that works for everyone." - Boris Johnson, UK Prime Minister (Source: BBC News)
- "We have made significant progress, but there is still much work to be done. We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that the UK leaves the EU in an orderly manner." - Michel Barnier, EU Chief Negotiator (Source: The Guardian)
- "The government's actions are a threat to our democracy and our institutions. We will not be silenced or intimidated." - Jeremy Corbyn, UK Labour Party Leader (Source: The Independent)
Brexit Timeline:
- October 15: EU deadline for the UK to ratify the revised deal
- October 19: UK Parliament vote on the revised deal
- October 31: Original Brexit deadline, now delayed to January 31, 2020
- January 31, 2020: New Brexit deadline
Brexit Polls:
- A YouGov poll found that 44% of UK voters support the revised deal, while 36% oppose it. (Source: The Times)
- A Survation poll found that 51% of UK voters believe the UK should leave the EU without a deal, while 34% believe the UK should remain in the EU. (Source: The Daily Mail)
Brexit Analysis:
- The revised deal is a "significant improvement" on the original agreement, but still faces opposition from some MPs and the DUP. (Source: The Financial Times)
- The deal could lead to a "no-deal" Brexit if the UK Parliament rejects it, which could have significant economic and political consequences. (Source: The Economist)
Stay tuned for further updates on the Brexit saga!