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Brexit Brief Issue 66: 13 June 2019
Introduction
The Brief seeks to provide up-to-date information on the progress and content of the UK-EU negotiations, and
bring together relevant statements and policy positions from key players in Ireland, the UK and EU.
The Brief is part of a wider communications programme covering the work of the IIEA’s UK Project Group –
including commentaries, speeches, texts and event reports – which are highlighted on the Institute’s website.
(www.iiea.com)
Section One: State of Play seconder, will be made publicly available after
the close of nominations. The Rt.Hon. Theresa
Theresa May Resignation May MP will remain as Acting Leader of the
Conservative and Unionist Party until her successor
On 7 June 2019, Theresa May officially stepped down as has been announced.
Leader of the Conservative Party, thus signalling the start It is expected that the election of the new party leader will
of the race to succeed her. be completed in the week of 22 July following a postal
ballot of the 120,000 party members.
The Prime Minister wrote to the Party’s backbench 1922
Committee confirming her decision to vacate the office Tory Leadership Campaign
of party leader. The 1922 Committee issued a formal
Statement: When nominations closed there were ten valid
nominations: Michael Gove, Matt Hancock, Mark
Following notification from the Prime Minister, Harper, Jeremy Hunt, Sajid Javid, Boris Johnson, Andrea
Rt. Hon. Theresa May MP, that she has resigned as
the Leader of the Conservative and Unionist Party, Leadsom, Esther McVey, Dominic Raab and Rory
the Joint Acting Chairs of the 1922 Committee Stewart.
are inviting nominations from those Conservative
Members of Parliament who wish to stand for The individual campaigns have been underway since
election as the next Party Leader. Nominations Theresa May’s original statement of intent to resign, and
close at 5.00pm on Monday 10th June. The list
of candidates, together with their proposer and the bookmakers have quickly established odds – putting
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the former Foreign Secretary, Boris Johnson, in the lead as Polling has indicated that Boris Johnson is by far best placed
5/4 favourite, ahead of Dominic Raab (4/1), Michael Gove to win back the many voters who deserted the Tories in the
(10/1), and Andrea Leadsom (10/1) and the present Foreign European Parliament elections and in the Peterborough by-
Secretary, Jeremy Hunt (12/1). election and thus to defeat both Nigel Farage and Jeremy
Corbyn at the next General Election.
While candidates have spoken or written about a variety of
policy issues - ranging from replacing VAT with a sales tax to Informal EC Summit, Brussels, 28 May 2019
diverting the foreign aid budget to schools and police – the
campaign and the eventual outcome are entirely about Brexit On 28 May the members of the European Council met
and, in particular, the divisive issue of a possible no-deal exit informally in Brussels to review the results of the European
on 31 October 2019. Parliament elections and to discuss the arrangements for
nomination of new heads of the key EU institutions. President
The leading contender, Boris Johnson, has been clear that Donald Tusk summed up the outcome of the council leaders’
a no-deal is a realistic option, arguing that “the UK will deliberations and spoke of his intentions on launching the
leave on 31 October one way or another” and that “no one nominations process:
sensible would aim exclusively for a no-deal outcome. No
Tonight the EU leaders met to assess the outcome of
one responsible would take no-deal off the table.” He has also
the European elections and to discuss what these results
threatened to hold back payment of the £39 billion ‘divorce’ mean for the EU, as well as for nominating the new
payment. heads of the European institutions. First and foremost,
we are very happy about the turnout, which was
Dominic Raab has caused much contention by indicating that, the highest in 25 years. This proves that the EU is a
strong, pan-European democracy, which citizens care
as Prime Minister, he would consider suspending Parliament
about. Whoever will lead the European institutions,
by Royal Decree to prevent MPs from blocking a no-deal they will have a genuine mandate from the people. At
departure should he be unable to secure EU agreement to the same time, we will have a slightly more complex
his “best, final offer, including removal of the Irish backstop.” parliament, requiring at least three parties to form a
majority. This also makes the European Parliament
This idea has been widely criticised, not least because of the
more representative. It will reflect a much greater
perceived politicisation of the monarchy, with the Commons diversity of views and national sensitivities. This is a
Speaker, John Bercow, stating firmly that “parliament will not truly democratic outcome, and I am personally very
be evacuated from the centre stage.” happy about it.
For me, and I say this also based on the leaders’
Michael Gove has argued that every effort should be made discussion, these results are a good omen for the EU and
to secure a deal and has asked that “if a deal was close by the for our future as Europeans. The vast majority voted
for a more effective, stronger and united EU, while
end of October, are we seriously saying we wouldn’t take a bit
rejecting those who want a weak Europe. This is a
more time to get the deal done?” powerful sign. Europe is the winner in these elections. In
fact, as people have become more pro-European, some
The weeks immediately ahead will see successive eliminations major Eurosceptic parties have abandoned their anti-
of candidates in votes by MPs until two names are put before EU slogans and presented themselves as EU-reformers.
the party membership for the decisive postal ballot. Local and
This is a positive development. I have no doubt that
one of the reasons why people on the continent voted for
media hustings and debates will take place across the country a pro-European majority is also Brexit. As Europeans
and across all media platforms. see what Brexit means in practice, they also draw
conclusions. Brexit has been a vaccine against anti-EU
propaganda and fake news.
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Now, on the appointments and the lead candidates. Party total of 9,801 with the Tory candidate in third place
Today’s discussion confirmed the agreement reached on 7,243. Labour won 31% of the vote, 17% less than
by the leaders in February last year, that the its performance in the 2017 General Election. The Tories’
European Council will exercise its role when electing
the Commission president, meaning – in accordance 21% was 25% less than its 2017 vote. In 2017, Labour
with the Treaties – that there can be no automaticity. and the Tories commanded 95% of the vote – in 2019
At the same time, no-one can be excluded: being this had fallen to 52%’.
a lead candidate is not a disqualification, on the
contrary, it may increase their chances. The Treaty National opinion polling currently shows the Brexit Party
is clear: the European Council should propose, and
the European Parliament should elect. Therefore, leading the predictions for voting in a General Election
the future President of the Commission must have with a YouGov Voting Intentions poll on 4-5 June
the support of both a qualified majority in the showing Brexit at 26%, Labour and Liberal Democrats
European Council and a majority of the Members both at 20% and the Conservatives on 18%.
of the European Parliament.
We also discussed balances. That is: the need to President Trump in London
reflect the diversity of the Union when it comes
to geography, the size of countries, gender as well President Donald Trump visited London for a formal State
as political affiliation. This will be our genuine
Visit on 4-6 June 2019, linked to the 70th anniversary
aspiration. But, as I already said in Sibiu, in the
real world a perfect balance may be difficult to commemoration of the 1944 Normandy Landings.
obtain. I will now engage in consultations with the
European Parliament, as foreseen by the Treaty. To In his meetings with Prime Minister Theresa May the
kick-start this process I have already offered to meet President spoke of the prospect of a “very, very substantial
the European Parliament’s Conference of Presidents
trade deal” between the UK and US after Brexit. His
as soon as they are ready. In parallel, I will also
continue my consultations with Members of the comments led to major controversy as they appeared to
European Council both on the future President suggest that the US would insist on access to the National
of the Commission and on the future President of Health Service for American suppliers. The Prime Minister
the European Council and the European Central
and other British political leaders were unanimous in
Bank, as well as the High Representative. I can
promise that I will be as open and transparent as stating that the NHS would not be “on the table” in any
possible. I hope that, on that basis, we can provide future trade talks.
clarity on all these posts already in June. But, as I
also made clear in Sibiu: this depends not only on Prior to his arrival in the UK he had made the case for
my good will, but also on the good will of everyone leaving the EU without a deal, arguing for the UK to
involved. Before taking questions, I would just like
to say that we did not discuss names tonight, just sue the EU and for cancelling the £39 billion ‘divorce’
the process, so please don’t ask me about names. settlement and suggesting that Nigel Farage should lead
negotiations with the European Commission.
Peterborough By-Election
In her speech at the State Banquet, Queen Elizabeth
The Labour Party narrowly retained its Peterborough
made a significant reference to the importance of
seat and fended off the challenge of Nigel Farage’s
multilateral institutions: “After the shared sacrifices of the
Brexit Party which had hoped to build on its successes
second world war, Britain and the United States worked
in the European Parliament elections with a sensational
with other allies to build an assembly of international
Westminster victory. The Labour Party candidate, Lisa
institutions, to ensure that the horrors of conflict would
Forbes, won 10,484 votes just 683 ahead of the Brexit
never be repeated. While the world has changed, we are
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forever mindful of the original purpose of these structures: for an hour and a half on Northern Ireland, Brexit, and
nations working together to safeguard a hard-won peace.” the current political situation in Westminster. Discussions
focused principally on the need to restore power-sharing in
On the following day, the Prime Minister, Theresa May, Northern Ireland and the importance of ongoing engagement
presented the President with a gift of considerable symbolism with all political parties in the North. These talks continue
– Winston Churchill’s personal draft of the 1941 Atlantic this week in Belfast involving the Tánaiste and the Secretary
Charter – one of the foundational texts of the United of State for Northern Ireland.
Nations.
They also considered Brexit, with both sides sharing serious
During his visit the President held a 20-minute telephone concerns about a no-deal scenario and its inherent dangers,
conversation with Boris Johnson, who he has endorsed as including the possibility that the UK may end up in a no-
future Tory leader and Prime Minister and met Nigel Farage deal situation by default unless alternatives are pursued. The
of the Brexit Party and Owen Paterson and Iain Duncan Taoiseach and Mr Corbyn also discussed the importance of
Smith representing the hard-line European Research Group avoiding any return of a hard border on the island of Ireland.
for discussions at the US Embassy. They pledged to stay in touch with regard to both Northern
Ireland and Brexit.”
Section Two: The Evolving Debate
Jeremy Corbyn suggested to journalists that he could
President Trump in Ireland renegotiate the UK’s exit deal despite the EU ruling out
any reopening of the withdrawal agreement. Any second
US President Trump held talks with the Taoiseach, Leo
referendum should not be a repeat of the 2016 vote but a
Varadkar, at Shannon Airport on 5 June 2019. The President
referendum on a new deal with Europe. He insisted that he
drew a parallel between his planned US-Mexico wall and the
was “absolutely opposed” to a no-deal Brexit.
Irish Border and said that “It’ll all work out with your wall,
your border.” The Taoiseach told the President that Ireland The Taoiseach told an Oireachtas Committee that he had
wanted to avoid any wall or border with Northern Ireland emphasised to Mr Corbyn that the Withdrawal Agreement
post Brexit. was closed and will not re-open unless there is a “fundamental
change in the UK red lines.” He also said the chances of an
The President rejected the suggestion that Brexit would be
extension of the UK exit date are “slim” and that opinion is
bad for Ireland. “There are a lot of good minds thinking
hardening against a rolling extension.
about how to do it and it’s going to be just fine and I think
ultimately it could even be very, very good for Ireland, but
First Minister Sturgeon in Ireland
the border will work out.”
The Taoiseach Leo Varadkar welcomed Scottish First
UK Labour Leader, Jeremy Corbyn, in Ireland Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, to Farmleigh House in Dublin
for a bilateral meeting on 28 May 2019. They discussed how
The UK Labour Party Leader, Jeremy Corbyn, visited Dublin
best to maintain the strong bilateral relations between Ireland
on 30 May 2019, meeting President Michael D Higgins at
and Scotland and to develop them further in the future. The
Aras an Uachtaráin and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions
Taoiseach noted the importance of Ireland’s relationship with
and holding political talks with the Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar,
our nearest neighbours in Scotland and the rest of the UK.
at Government Buildings. A Government press release stated
The Taoiseach said:
that “the Taoiseach and Mr Corbyn held detailed discussions
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I was very pleased to meet with the Scottish First of raw materials and goods among SMEs is at a
Minister again today. We had a very good discussion record high. Billions of pounds in investment are
focusing on the strong relations between Ireland and being diverted from the economy, harming future
Scotland and how they can be developed further in jobs and prosperity. The CBI urges the next Prime
the future. Conversations also touched on recent Minister to build their approach to Brexit from
political developments in the wake of the European the bottom up – from the clear, detailed evidence
Parliament and local elections, as well as the latest of firms, on the ground, managing the day-to-day
Brexit developments. implications for jobs. Only then will the UK have
the foundations for a world beating economy.
CBI Statement
NI Community Groups Statement
Carolyn Fairbairn, Director-General of the Confederation
of British Industry, has written to the Conservative Party Civil society groups from across the political divide
leadership contenders setting out the CBI view on the in Northern Ireland, including the Northern Ireland
issues arising from Brexit: Committee of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, have
warned that talking up a no-deal Brexit risks a “devastating
The last few years have been tough, and it’s no secret impact” on social cohesion in border areas, arguing that the
that firms’ frustration with Westminster has grown.
region is on the brink of a no-deal Brexit emergency. They
I and our members want this to change and we have
a clear message for the next Conservative leader and argue that Westminster politicians have little understanding
future Prime Minister. Champion business. Work of Northern Ireland “with supporters of a no-deal Brexit
with us in a new era of partnership to build a post- devising plans for alternative arrangements that have no
Brexit Britain that is both prosperous and fair. The
basis in reality. They see the border issue as a small problem
UK has so many strengths. Working together we can
approach the future with confidence and optimism. that can be dealt with. But, if it were a simple problem it
This partnership should have three goals. would have been dealt with by now.” The statement also
First, show the world the UK is a great place for identified concerns about the potential damage no-deal
business. Second, build a bold and compelling vision would cause to farming, cross-border food business, the
for the UK’s future on the world stage. Third, back single energy market and cross-border health care.
efforts to demonstrate that good business is good for
society. Government backing will accelerate this
progress. Ireland-France Electricity Link
These are just three of the opportunities we can seize The Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, and the President of France,
to show how post-Brexit Britain will be a great
Emmanuel Macron, have submitted a joint request to
place to live, work and run a business. But the next
Prime Minister can only claim the Conservatives the European Commission seeking financial support for
are the party of business if they secure a Brexit the Celtic Interconnector electricity link between Ireland
deal that protects the economy, jobs and living and France. The Celtic Interconnector will provide the
standards. Firms large and small are clear that
first direct link between Ireland’s electricity network and
leaving the EU with a deal is the best way forward.
Short-term disruption and long-term damage to mainland Europe, which will be vital for the post-Brexit
British competitiveness will be severe if we leave landscape. The Taoiseach and President Macron pledged to
without one. The vast majority of firms can never pursue the project at their recent bilateral meeting in Paris.
be prepared for no-deal, particularly our SME
Speaking after signing the letter, the Taoiseach said:
members who cannot afford complex and costly
contingency plans. The Celtic Interconnector will help to reduce
We need compromise, consensus and honesty to electricity prices, support climate action, and
resolve the Brexit impasse, quickly. Prolonged provide greater energy security for Ireland. Our
uncertainty is damaging our economy now – two countries are working together to seek EU
driving up costs and reducing sales. Stockpiling funding for 60% of the overall €1 billion cost of the
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project, with the balance coming from commercial RTE ‘Big’ trade deal possible once UK ‘gets rid of
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