Theresa May must now balance two sets of red lines
Before triggering Article 50, the PM’s red lines came from hard-Brexiters in the UK. Now the EU has begun setting its own rules.
What have we learned since Article 50 was triggered?
No political bombshells have been dropped since Theresa May triggered Article 50. But a few comments are already shifting the debate.
PM must deny security is bargaining chip
May’s letter contained language which has been interpreted as blackmail. She should clarify she doesn’t intend to do anything so foolish.
Theresa May half abandons “cake and eat it” approach
PM didn’t repeat threats, didn’t refuse to pay what we owe and said there are consequences of quitting. But her hopes are still unrealistic.
In Brussels, Brexit probably does mean Brexit
Reaching Brexit agreement is not overriding priority for many EU states. Sooner Britain leaves, sooner focus can shift to other problems.
Why Brexit is such a bad idea
It’s bad for the economy, the young and the unity of the UK. It also means less control not more. It’s not too late to stop the madness.
All you wanted to know about Article 50 but never dared ask
Pressing the red button isn’t end of the Brexit process or even the beginning of the end. Here’s our guide to 18 twists and turns in store.
Can government stick to these 12 promises in Brexit talks?
Ministers have made a number of strong commitments ahead of Brexit talks. Here’s our guide to how likely it is they’ll keep their word.
UK’s obligations won’t go to zero if we quit with no deal...
House of Lords committee rejected opinion of two out of three experts in concluding our obligations would vanish if there’s no deal.
Barnier’s red lines cut across May’s
EU negotiator sets out firm positions on UK settling bills, ECJ involvement in any transition and no “regulatory dumping” in future FTA.
EU financial claims against the UK are enforceable
House of Lords has said UK can avoid paying a “Brexit bill”. This is the first of two articles arguing that we can’t.
Short period for Brexit talks may have shrunk further
By failing to trigger talks this week, PM has given EU reason to wait until June to set its negotiating mandate. She could run out of time.