From fishing to Erasmus: what the UK’s deal with the EU will mean Keir Starmer has billed the agreement as a hat-trick after his India and US deals – here’s how things are likely to pan out The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2025
At a glance: What has been agreed in the UK-EU deal? Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he wanted ‘practical solutions which get the best for the British people’. Evening Standard · May 19, 2025
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and how treatable is it? Former US president Joe Biden has aggressive prostate cancer – Lisa Salmon asks an urologist what the signs of the disease are, and the prognosis. The Independent UK · May 19, 2025
Where do Western Europeans stand on nuclear weapons? With the US distancing itself from Europe, EU allies are trying to work out how to extend their nuclear umbrella. But where does public opinion in Western Europe stand on the issue? Euronews · May 19, 2025
Iranian ambassador summoned after three men charged with spying offences ‘Protecting national security remains our top priority and Iran must be held accountable for its actions’, Foreign Office says Evening Standard · May 19, 2025
PM defends ‘common sense’ EU deal as critics condemn ‘surrender’ to Brussels Sir Keir Starmer said the deal would lead to cheaper prices in shops and boost the economy by cutting red tape. Evening Standard · May 19, 2025
Military and economic deals in pipeline as UK looks to EU reset London and Brussels to remove selected post-Brexit barriers as Trump’s global disruptions drive return to closer ties. Al Jazeera · May 19, 2025
When will Brits be able to skip 'dreaded' queues by using e-gates at European airports? The UK government said the move would end “the dreaded queues at border control." Euronews · May 19, 2025
For a Canadian in London, King Charles’ Royal Garden Party inspires sustainability education On a glorious afternoon recently, I had the good fortune to attend a specially themed Education and Skills Garden Party hosted at Buckingham Palace in London to celebrate the contributions of educators in the United Kingdom and beyond. The Conversation · May 19, 2025
UK Government has ‘surrendered’ on fishing in EU deal, says Swinney The Scottish First Minister said the agreement showed Scotland is an ‘afterthought’ for the UK Government. Evening Standard · May 19, 2025
Abu Wadee: Alleged Hamas supporter jailed after trying to enter UK illegally Abu Wadee, 33, also known as Mosab Abdulkarim Al-Gassas, pleaded guilty on Monday to trying to get into the country on March 6 without leave or valid entry clearance Evening Standard · May 19, 2025
Alleged Hamas supporter jailed after trying to enter UK illegally He was arrested by immigration enforcement officers after arriving on a small boat in Kent, Canterbury Crown Court heard. The Independent UK · May 19, 2025
AP PHOTOS: The UK and the EU announce new deals and renew ties, 5 years after Brexit Britain has struck new agreements with the European Union on boosting defense cooperation, easing food trade and border checks. The Independent UK · May 19, 2025
The Independent UK · May 19, 2025 Richard Tice accuses Starmer’s Brexit reset of ‘handcuffing UK to an EU in recession’ Richard Tice, Deputy Leader of Reform UK, has dismissed Sir Keir Starmer’s Brexit reset deal as “posturing”, saying it will "handcuff the UK to an EU in recession”.
Evening Standard · May 19, 2025 Keep eye out for ‘savage’ potato-threatening Colorado beetle, Titchmarsh urges The insects and their larvae, which feed on the foliage of potatoes and other plants, can spread quickly and wipe out crops, the TV presenter said.
The Conversation · May 19, 2025 Tories get ghosted: new study shows dating app users are more likely to swipe right on Reform voters The Conservative party is in existential crisis over the electoral threat posed by Reform UK. But a recent experiment shows that not only is the new rightwing party usurping the old guard in the polls – it’s also eclipsing the Tories on the dating market.
The Independent UK · May 19, 2025 The key takeaways from Keir Starmer’s Brexit reset deal with EU Now that a deal with the EU has finally been unveiled, The Independent takes a look at exactly what has been agreed
Evening Standard · May 19, 2025 Starmer hails ‘common sense’ EU deal as Brexiteers condemn ‘surrender’ Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he wanted ‘practical solutions which get the best for the British people’.
Evening Standard · May 19, 2025 British passport holders to be allowed to use e-gates at more EU airports Many UK passengers have faced long queues when arriving at EU airports, particularly during peak periods.
The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2025 Deal with EU will make food cheaper and add £9bn to UK economy, says No 10 Agreement reached to ‘slash red tape’ on food products, in exchange for extended EU access to fishing waters
The Independent UK · May 19, 2025 Greggs makes major change to stores in shoplifting hotspots The bakery chain has launched the new format in a small number of stores across the UK
The Independent UK · May 19, 2025 Voices: Starmer’s EU strategy isn’t a Brexit betrayal – it’s a necessity COMMENT: No one voted to be worse off in the 2016 EU referendum, writes Femi Oluwole. That’s why seeking a closer relationship with Europe is not disloyalty – it’s a correction
Al Jazeera · May 19, 2025 Iran summons UK charge d’affaires amid nuclear friction Arrests of Iranians come amid lingering tensions over Iran’s nuclear programme and fallout of Russia-Ukraine war.
Evening Standard · May 19, 2025 National Express owner’s UK revenue falls amid turnaround effort Mobico recently recalled its former boss Phil White, as it attempts a ‘large scale, complex turnaround’ of its struggling UK coach and bus business.