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Report warns that EU job deal unlikely to benefit UK professionals
The external auditor of the EU has warned that a proposed agreement between the UK and EU allowing lawyers, bankers, or architects to work more easily across the continent will not solve the mobility issues faced by professionals after…
Flood of cheap Russian fertilisers’ threatens Europe’s food safety
The crop nutrition industry warned that a flood of cheap Russian fertilizer could drive European producers out or off the continent. This would pose a threat to food security on the long term.
After Russia's invasion of Ukraine at full…
Lobby group warns that EU trade is not working for UK businesses
The head of Britain's biggest business organization has warned that the next UK government should stop "walking around on eggshells" when it comes to improving EU trade relations.
Shevaun Haivland, the director-general of British…
Apple blames EU regulations for delaying the launch of AI features in Europe.
Apple has delayed the launch of three new artificial-intelligence features in Europe due to European Union rules on competition, which require that Apple ensure rival products and services are compatible with its devices. The features are…
As the election campaign heats up, EU asks France to reduce its spending
Brussels will demand that the new French government cut spending or increase taxes by billions of dollars this year. The hard-right is vying to win in upcoming parliamentary elections.
The European Commission has reprimanded France, the…
UBS: Britain could become an ‘island’ of stability as France’s debt crisis…
UBS warns that Britain could become an "island of stability" on the financial markets, as France is roiled by Emmanuel Macron’s debt binge.
Shahab Jalinoos, UBS, said that the UK's reputation of being Europe's "problem-child" could be…
EasyJet, Ryanair and Brussels criticise each other in net zero row
EasyJet and Ryanair have reacted angrily to a recent decision by the EU that long haul flights would be excluded from their crackdown on jet emission.
Budget airlines said that the announcement made on Wednesday will be a mockery to…
Labour seeks closer EU relations on carbon tax
Senior Labour figures said that if they win the general elections next month, Labour would explore how to realign Britain's carbon regime. This move would be welcomed but angered some Brexiters.
Since the Brexit in the UK, there are…
In May, Russia surpassed the US as Europe’s gas supplier.
In May, Europe's imports of Russian gas overtook those from the US. This was the first time since almost two years that the US had surpassed the European region in terms of its fossil fuel consumption.
The reversal was due to one-off…
Serbia gives green light to Rio Tinto Lithium mine
Two years after Belgrade cancelled the project, Serbia is ready to give Rio Tinto green light to build Europe's biggest lithium mine. This will provide a major boost to the electric vehicle industry on the continent.
Aleksandar Vucic,…
Tesla will raise prices following EU crackdown on Chinese Electric Cars
Tesla warned that it would be forced to increase prices in European Union nations after Brussels announced new trade tariffs for electric cars imported by China.
The US company warned customers in Germany and France to order soon, or…
Import tariffs to be imposed on Chinese electric cars
The EU will notify China this week that it is imposing tariffs on imports of electric vehicles, kicking off a possible summer trade war between Beijing and the EU.
After a long investigation into China's subsidies for car manufacturing…
European Central Bank to Cut Interest Rates for First Time in Five Years
European Central Bank will likely cut interest rates at its meeting this Thursday for the first time since almost five years. A survey of the private sector showed that activity had increased at the fastest rate in a full year, while…
French warn civil unrest ahead of new EU border controls
French officials warned that the new EU border controls on British tourists could cause civil unrest in airports.
After October 6, all non-EU passport holders must have their fingerprints and pictures taken when they arrive in the EU for…
Chief economist of the European Central Bank says that they are ready to begin cutting interest…
The European Central Bank sent a strong signal to the world that it would cut rates next week from their historic highs. Its chief economist dismissed fears that cutting interest rates before the US Federal Reserve might backfire.
ECB is…
Toblerone maker Mondelez fined €337.5m for anti-competitive practices
Owners of Toblerone Milka and Oreo were fined €337.5m (£288m ) in the EU for anti-competitive behavior.
The US food group formerly known as Mondelez, is the largest confectionery company in the world. It owns Ritz biscuits and TUC…
The ‘Czech Sphinx,’ who loves dying industries, is now eyeing Royal Mail
The 4,200-acre Profen mine, located 45 minutes southwest of Leipzig in east Germany, stretches to the horizon. The Nazis opened the mine in 1941, forcing hundreds of residents to move from six villages. The mine produces around eight…
EU and France push Xi to achieve more balanced trade relations with China
Emmanuel Macron, Ursula von der Leyen and others warned Xi Jinping that in order to rebalance the trade relationship with China, the EU must protect itself against cheap Chinese imports. They also urged China's President to reduce support…