As the miracles of Hong Kong and Singapore demonstrate, cheaper imports, rather than easier exports, are the big win. The trick is persuading voters to agree.
The first in a three-part ConHome mini-series on the Tory revival in the area since the Mayoral election of last May.
Dublin threatens to cut off its nose to spite its face, apparently in a misjudged attempt to pressure the UK into abandoning Brexit. This is a serious error.
The latest attempt by the Opposition to fudge their policy runs counter to all Corbyn’s stated principles.
But a vote on some form of customs union is coming. Might it become a confidence issue?
“Why is anyone arguing for this bizarre outcome?” If some are proposing it as a way to transition back into the EU, they should be honest enough to say so.
Behind the scenes many of Europe’s nations and regions are weighing the cost of a hard Brexit and pushing for a better deal.
First we must ensure that we fully regain control of trade policy from Brussels. Then we must ensure we put those new powers to their fullest use.
A sensible solution is achievable, but unnecessary brinksmanship and over-the-top rhetoric helps nobody.
The tactic is the product of a generation of failed energy policies. But imported supply is set to become more expensive, not less.
I have said previously that I believe the Government has been pursuing a sensible negotiating approach to date. I maintain that view.
In a no-deal scenario, we must be prepared with a detailed plan which takes into account the trading and regulatory differences between industries.
Decades of under-investment in transport are being corrected – but we need an ambitious strategy for what comes next.
In a balanced economy, the north would produce around £70 billion more. Here is one way to help close that gap.