Brexit: Tory MPs say technology key to avoiding hard Irish border
Craig TaylorThere is no need for physical checks, Brexiteer MPs say, if “established” procedures are used. BBC News – UK
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Brexit: Barnier says agreement possible by early November
The EU negotiator says a deal on the UK’s withdrawal could be agreed if negotiators are “realistic”. BBC News – UK
Boris Johnson compares Chequers deal to ‘suicide vest’
The ex-foreign secretary is criticised by fellow Tories for the “inappropriate and hurtful analogy”. BBC News – UK
Chuka Umunna tells Jeremy Corbyn to ‘call off the dogs’
The anti-Brexit backbencher claims Jeremy Corbyn is driving centre-left MPs out of the Labour Party. BBC News – UK
World leaders back UK Novichok allegations
Russia accuses the UK of “hysteria” as Western powers say Russian state “almost certainly” behind attack. BBC News – UK
Salisbury Novichok poisoning: Two Russian nationals named as suspects
The men accused of the Salisbury poisonings are believed to be from Russia’s military intelligence service. BBC News – UK