Boris Johnson

Johnson in Hospital For Tests The UK PM was admitted to hospital this week following over ten days in isolation due to testing positive for coronavirus. The PM was brought in on Sunday for what he described as a series of “routine tests.”…

There are bubbling expectations that the UK might look to run trade talks with the US in parallel with its negotiations with the EU. The UK PM's spokesperson spoke during a briefing at Westminster this week. He told reporters that the UK…

Johnson Defeated Over Brexit Bill The UK PM fought desperately to get his Brexit deal through parliament. However, in the end, his efforts failed. While MPs did ultimately back the PM’s deal, parliament refused to support rushing the…

October 31st Deadline Still Active The October 31st Brexit deadline is right around the corner and it is safe to say that this really is a case of “Trick or Treat”.  Last week was a frustrating one for the UK and also for markets.  In a…

Boris Johnson, Britain's rather controversial Prime Minister, is running out of options. Last Friday, a bill to block a no-deal Brexit by October 31st passed the House of Lords. It should now be made law as early as Monday. The bill…

Pound Has Been Under Pressure GBP has been under increasing pressure over recent months as the uncertainty around the Brexit outlook increases. This uncertainty is being driven by the Conservative party leadership contest which is…

Brexit is once again back in the spotlight. Former attorney general Dominic Grieve has outlined his plan to prevent Boris Johnson from forcing a “no deal” Brexit by shutting down parliament. Grieve has tabled an amendment to the Northern…

UK's Leadership Contest Officially Begins Right now, there are whopping 10 lead candidates gunning for Theresa May's title at Downing Street. Nominations for the position took place on Monday, requiring support from 313 Tory MPs to…

While a proud footballing nation mourned another harrowing defeat there was still plenty to be excited about as England received its prize for coming fourth in the World Cup yesterday: a visit from US President Donald Trump. Arriving with a…