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ECJ President: Brexit Is Still "Speculative"
September 02, 2016
In a recent interview, President of the Court of Justice of the EU Koen Lenaerts hypothesized that, despite the outcome of Britain's referendum on leaving the EU, it is still not clear whether Brexit will occur, as "a lot still has to happen."
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Britain Seeks Unique Post-Brexit Relationship with EU
September 01, 2016
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has confirmed that her government plans to negotiate a unique relationship with the EU following Brexit that will permit Britain to control immigration from the bloc while continuing its expansive trade of goods and services with EU member states, rather than an "off-the-shelf" model such as joining the European Economic Area.
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UK Minister Pushes for Continued Open Border with Ireland
September 01, 2016
UK Minister for Brexit David Davis has asserted that he plans to negotiate a continued "common travel area" with Ireland, which existed prior to either country's accession to the EU, following Britain's exit from the bloc.
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Economist Predicts $20 Billion Apple Tax Bill
September 01, 2016
In a recent interview, economist Seamus Coffey predicted that the EU may force tech company Apple to pay over $20 billion to Ireland in back taxes following its recent ruling on the country's alleged state aid to the company, though there were not "substantial Apple profits being generated" in Ireland.
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EU Gun Proposals Meet Swiss Opposition
September 01, 2016
Business Insider reports that EU proposals to tighten regulation of gun ownership, which would apply throughout the passport-free Schengen Area in Europe, are facing strong opposition in Switzerland, which has widespread gun ownership and has traditionally allowed its military veterans to keep their assault rifles.
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