The eu without a deal. The route is via legislation. The senior cabinet minister reponsible for no deal preparations, michael gove, refuses to be drawn on whether the government would abide by any legislation designed to stop a no deal brexit tx sor lets see what to legislation says. Pro democracy activists in hong kong target the citys airport. Large crowds gather outside the terminal building, causing long queues for passengers trying to get inside. Some flights to and from the uk are facing delays because of problems affecting french air Traffic Control. The foreign secretary dominic raab is in poland where commemorations are underway to mark the day germany invaded the country, sparking the start of the Second World War. Good afternoon and welcome to bbc news. Labours brexit spokesman has said this week will almost certainly be the last chance to stop britain leaving the eu without a deal at the end of october. Sir keir starmer said mps opposed to a no deal brexit would try to intr
North easterly wind so temperatures around 15 degrees and even the highest temperatures in the west, 23 or 2a degrees in the warmest places. On wednesday, predominantly dry again, probably less of that north sea cloud and what little we have a good link in one or 2a degrees in the warmest places. On wednesday, predominantly dry again, probably less of that north sea cloud and what little we have good link in one of two areas of the east coast but otherwise more sunshine so more of us probably seeing a climb into the low to mid 20s in the warmest areas. Beyond that, the fine and dry and settled run continues through the rest of the week but heading into the weekend, the Humidity Levels start to rise, as to the temperatures with highs in the Mid To High 20s but we are likely to see them heavy showers and thunderstorms working in which will bring some areas rain and of course gardeners might want that because it has been very dry for the last few weeks. Thanks, chris. And thats bbc news a
Were talking about this morning use the hashtag victoria live, and if you text, you will be charged at the Standard Network rate. Our top story today eu leaders are expected to formally agree to start the next phase of brexit negotiations later. Talks on a transition deal could begin as early as next week. At a dinner in brussels last night, theresa may was applauded by her fellow leaders after stressing her desire for a smooth departure. Christian fraser is in brussels for us. Christian, what can we expect today . First, the thing to say is, we have all been surprised by the sort of reaction to theresa may after the defeat in the commons on wednesday night. There has been another round of goodwill, the leaders putting their arm around theresa may and seeing her as the person they want to deal with. That was reflected with the round of applause in the room last night as she set out what she wants from the future relationship. Apparently there was also a drink between emmanuel macron, a
Developments from the Campaign Trail, on tuesday 16th may. Jeremy corbyn has launched labours manifesto in bradford, saying itll appeal to voters right across the country. Our proposal is a government for the many not the few. Our proposals are of hope for the many all over this country and im very proud to present our manifesto for the many not the few. Thank you very much. Cheering it was also the turn of plaid cymru and party leader, leanne wood, to push out their manifesto, promising to give wales a strong voice to get the best possible brexit deal for the country. Were pledging to put wales at the heart of the negotiations to leave the European Union so that the final deal reflects the needs of the welsh economy. From tool boxes to harry potter books, theresa may sheds light on her policies, and personal achievements on the Campaign Trail today. Youre still in the fourth book . ive read all of them. They are all very good arent they . Yes. And scotlands First Minister and snp lead
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