• UK
  • World
    • USA
  • Entertainment
    • Celeb
    • Showbiz
    • Magazine
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Gaming
  • Tech
  • Science
    • Education
  • Insurance
  • Business
  • Auto
  • ToS/Contact
    • ToS
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
NewsExplored
  • UK
  • World
    • USA
  • Entertainment
    • Celeb
    • Showbiz
    • Magazine
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Gaming
  • Tech
  • Science
    • Education
  • Insurance
  • Business
  • Auto
  • ToS/Contact
    • ToS
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
  • Facebook

  • Twitter

  • LinkedIn

  • Tumblr

  • RSS

UK

WATCH: Andrew Neil rips into disorganised Brussels over Brexit negotiations

WATCH: Andrew Neil rips into disorganised Brussels over Brexit negotiations
Newsexplored
8th February 2017
5
SHARES
ShareTweet
SubscribeRedditGoogleWhatsappStumbleuponPinterestDiggLinkedinTumblrTelegram
Views:
7

As part of a bid to quash a Conservative rebellion, Theresa May’s government has pledged a “meaningful” vote to MPs, who were concerned after amendments were voted down.

Suggestions of a backbench uprising were halted when Brexit Minister David Jones told the Commons MPs would have a final say on the final draft Brexit agreement before it was voted upon by the European Parliament.

However, speaking on Daily Politics, Neil mocked the idea that the EU will be able to draw up a deal in adequate time to offer MPs a chance to properly scrutinise it before it is voted on.

Neil said: “What makes any of you think – whether you are Brexit or Remain – that a deal will be ready five months before we are due to come out?

BBC•GETTY

Andrew Neil has mocked Brussels negotiators for their tardiness

The European Union negotiators were so late they had to stop the clock in order to meet the timetable

Andrew Neil

“As someone who has covered Brussels negotiations, I have never seen Brussels operate like that.

“I’ve been covering events where they were so late they had to stop the clock in order to meet the timetable.”

Andy McDonald, Labour’s shadow transport secretary, a guest on the show, echoed Neil’s comments.

data-ad-format="auto">

“There are huge anxieties about trying to get through this under that sort of tight timescale – it is tight, you’re absolutely right,” he added.

Theresa MayPARL.TV

Theresa May has pledged to offer a vote on any deal before it hits Brussels

With the Prime Minister aiming to stick to her own timetable and trigger Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty by the end of March, she will have two years from that point to negotiate a deal and have it agreed by MEPs in the European Parliament.


Manfred Weber, a senior German MEP, infuriated Britons after he promised the EU would be a “very difficult partner” during Brexit talks while addressing colleagues in Strasbourg.

Mr Weber told the Guardian: “At the end, the European Parliament is the parliament of consent. There are only two parliaments that will say yes: the British and the European parliament.

“That is why we are in the same position as the British parliament in that colleagues are asking for their positions to be taken on board in the negotiations.

“I trust you share my view that the European parliament will play a crucial role in defending the interests of the European people in the Brexit negotiations.”

Brussels was heavily criticised during the EU campaign for its infamous levels of bureaucracy, as Brexiteers promised to remove Britain from the mountains of red tape which they believe holds up Europe.

The bloc has also been criticised for its slowness in negotiating trade deals.

A landmark free-trade deal with Canada, the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (Ceta), took seven years to negotiate and sign.

While the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) has still yet to come into force.

Related articles

  • The EU revealed its latest splurge – and it's bad news for UK drivers
  • Guy Verhofstadt admits crumbling EU bloc could disintegrate
  • ‘Brexit is on track' but economist warns sterling could fall further

Share this:

  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)
  • Share on Skype (Opens in new window)

Related

Related Itemsandrewbrexitbrusselsdisorganisednegotiationswatch
UK
8th February 2017
Newsexplored @newsexploredweb

Related Itemsandrewbrexitbrusselsdisorganisednegotiationswatch

More in UK

  • Read More
    World Cup 2030: UK and Republic of Ireland associations back UK government support for bid

    Views:7 Wembley Stadium will host the final of Euro 2020 in June 2021 Prime Minister Boris Johnson...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Tourism hotspots hit hard by Covid-19 jobs crisis

    Views:7 image copyrightReuters Parts of the UK reliant on tourism have been most affected by the Covid-19...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    The Papers: Digital travel passes and ‘prayers for Philip’

    Views:7 By BBC NewsStaff image captionEuropean leaders have pledged that a vaccination passport scheme will be open...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Trainer banned in Britain after dead horse picture

    Views:7 Gordon Elliott has trained more than 140 winners this season and is second to Willie Mullins...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Newspaper headlines: ‘Race to stop Brazil variant’ and jabs pass 20m

    Views:7 By BBC NewsStaff image captionSeveral of Monday’s papers lead with the mutant Brazilian variant being found...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Glenn Roeder: Former West Ham and Newcastle manager dies aged 65

    Views:7 Roeder’s managerial break came as Gillingham player-manager in 1992 Former Watford, West Ham, Newcastle and Norwich...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Newspaper headlines: Sunak’s ‘tax raid’ and ‘goodnight Captain Tom’

    Views:7 By BBC NewsStaff image captionSeveral papers lead with Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s upcoming Budget announcement on Wednesday....

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Six Nations: Wales beat England 40-24 to take Triple Crown

    Views:7 Wales: (17) 40 Tries: Adams, L Williams, Hardy, Hill Cons: Biggar 2, Sheedy 2 Pens: Biggar,...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Wales aim to clinch Triple Crown against England

    Views:7 Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff Date: Saturday, 27 February Kick-off: 16:45 GMT Coverage: Live on BBC One,...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Newspaper headlines: Over-40s April jab and ‘happy as Harry’

    Views:7 By BBC NewsStaff image captionPolice and teaching unions have criticised the government’s decision to roll out...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Covid-19: What have lockdowns and restrictions meant for musicians?

    Views:7 By Laurence CawleyBBC News, East image copyrightAnna Mae Kelly image captionAnna Mae Kelly has written more...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
  • Read More
    Scotland’s papers: ‘Day of reckoning’ and Queen issues vaccine plea

    Views:7 image copyrightThe Scotsman image copyrightThe Herald image copyrightDaily Record image copyrightScottish Sun data-ad-format="auto"> image copyrightScottish Daily...

    Newsexplored 8th February 2017
Scroll for more
Tap
data-ad-format="auto">
NewsExplored

NewsExplored - Making sure all the latest news is explored?

Contact us for help

  • Popular

  • Latest

  • Comments

  • Transfer rumours: Kounde, Haaland, Bremer, Neuhaus, Balogun, Ziyech, Raphinha
    Sports13th February 2021
  • Station reopening at Bow Street brings first trains for 56 years
    UK14th February 2021
  • Manchester United 3-3 Everton: Dominic Calvert-Lewin scores late goal to deny hosts
    Sports6th February 2021
  • Super Bowl half-time show: How did The Weeknd do?
    Entertainment8th February 2021
  • Golden Globe Awards 2021: Stars prepare for virtual ceremony
    USA28th February 2021
  • John F Kennedy: When the US president met Africa’s independence heroes
    USA27th February 2021
  • Biden’s Covid stimulus plan: It costs $2tn but what’s in it?
    USA24th February 2021
  • Tiger Woods suffers ‘multiple leg injuries’ in Los Angeles car crash
    USA23rd February 2021
  • Les Rehrer says:

    Hello Its me :P and thanks for this post

  • optumrx login says:

    Thank For News.

  • Kent Laatsch says:

    Please let me know if you're looking for a writer…

  • Bob says:

    RT News was where I learned that Erdogan controlled isis.…

Copyright © 2018 Top News Theme. Theme by MVP Themes, powered by Wordpress.

Teachers wear body cameras to deter disruptive pupils
Hypocrite Sadiq Khan SCORNED over failure to acknowledge Israeli travel bans
We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.Ok