US and EU sign historic deal to supply Europe with gas – in bid to move away from Russian fuel March 25, 2022 The US and EU have announced a historic deal to supply to supply with Europe with 15bn cubic metres of liquefied natural gas (LNG) by the end of the year. The deal was announced today during US President Joe Biden’s visit to Brussels, on a mission to wean the continent off reliance on Russian fuel. [...]
Ready to replace Boris: ‘Anxious’ Rishi Sunak fails three times to rule out Tory leadership run March 25, 2022 Chancellor Rishi Sunak failed three times to rule out that he could launch a leadership bid in the future. Speaking to Beth Rigby Interviews on Sky News, the Chancellor was asked whether he would go for the top job if the opportunity arises. He was read a quote from Boris Johnson, who said in 2013 [...]
Biden gives Putin final warning: Use chemical weapons and NATO will get involved March 25, 2022 US President Joe Biden and western allies have pledged new sanctions and humanitarian aid in response to Vladimir Putin’s assault on Ukraine, but their offers fell short of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s pleas. Biden also announced the US would welcome up to 100,000 Ukrainian refugees — though he said many probably prefer to stay closer [...]
‘Isolated status’ of Hong Kong pushes half of European firms to consider their exit March 25, 2022 Hong Kong’s pandemic-induced “isolated status” has pushed half of European businesses in the financial hub to consider packing up their bags, according to a new report. With firms unable to keep hold of staff, the city’s “ongoing ‘Zero-Covid’ strategy has come at a very high cost for Hong Kong’s business community,” the European Chamber of [...]
World leaders are increasingly convinced Ukraine can beat the Russian Army March 25, 2022 Ukraine can “certainly win” against Russia, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said, as he echoed statements by other world leaders present in Brussels for the NATO summit. Western allies strengthened their position against the Kremlin by pledging there would be a “very severe response” to any chemical attack launched by Moscow. Johnson said “the situation [...]
G7 leaders call on OPEC to raise oil supplies March 25, 2022 The leaders of the G7 nations yesterday urged OPEC to boost oil production following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Boris Johnson makes U-turn as PM ‘totally agrees’ Brexit and Ukrainian war are not the same March 25, 2022 Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said he “totally agrees” that Brexit and the Ukrainian resistance to the Russian invasion are not the same. The Prime Minister has come under criticism for comments where he appeared to compare the UK voting to leave the EU, and the Ukrainian fight against Russia. Speaking at the Conservative Party [...]
Michael Grade named Ofcom chair March 24, 2022 Michael Grade has been named the government’s preferred candidate for the Ofcom chair, the Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries announced today. Lord Grade has had a long career in broadcasting, encompassing London Weekend Television, the BBC, ITV, as well as over nine years as Chief Executive of Channel Four Television. In May 2004 he was appointed [...]
PM Boris Johnson dents UK and Ireland bid by suggesting Ukraine should host Euro 2028 March 24, 2022 Prime Minister Boris Johnson has appeared to undermine the UK and Ireland’s bid for Euro 2028 by suggesting Ukraine be named hosts. Johnson also joined a chorus of criticism of Russia, who only declared their interest in staging the championship hours before the deadline on Wednesday. “The idea of Russia holding any football tournament or [...]
US reaches deal with EU to boost LNG supplies March 24, 2022 The US is expected to supply the EU with 15bn cubic metres of liquefied natural gas by the end of the year to reduce dependence on Russia.