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Brussels told European industries producing green technologies, such as solar and wind energy, that obtaining permits and manufacturing will be made easier under plans accused by some as protectionism. The European Commission, the EU's executive arm, wants at least 40 percent of green tech to be produced in the EU by 2030. The target featured in plans for a Net Zero Industry Act published on Thursday to support the EU's bid to become a "climate neutral" economy with zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The commission hopes to achieve its objectives by ensuring businesses obtain permits faster, and says public tenders would be considered based on green criteria that could favor European companies. "We will continue to trade with our partners. Not everything will be made in Europe but more should be made in Europe," commission vice president Frans Timmermans told reporters in Brussels. The Net Zero Industry Act proposal was to be made public Tuesday, but a standoff within the … [Read more...] about EU races to lead green tech battle against US, China

Emmanuel Macron forced his pension reform through Parliament (Image: Getty) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The French President has been accused of "deliberately creating a major crisis in the country" after his government used the so-called 49.3 mechanism in the French National Assembly to pass a controversial pension reform. Related articles Macron told to resign with nuclear plan to push through pension reform 'We will set France on fire, literally' Protestors rage at Macron "It is quite incredible that the government should use the 49.3. It shows that the government is weakened and has no majority either in the National Assembly or in society. This is a new 'coup de force', we are in the middle of a … [Read more...] about Macron ‘stuck’ in pension reform war over EU demands as unrest continues on French streets

Ann Widdecombe shares her views on Windsor Brexit Framework SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Britain made the “right choice” in quitting the bloc seven years ago, a German MEP has said while accusing the EU of “open sabotage” in a bid to derail the entire process of Brexit . Dr Gunnar Beck, who represents the right-wing Alternative for Germany party, also warned the European Court of Justice was stealthily centralising power in Brussels - at the expense of the bloc’s remaining 27 member states. Related articles Putin recruits hooligan ‘battalion’ to fight in Ukraine Budget to provide shot in the arm for UK’s small businesses Speaking to Breitbart, Dr Beck said: “ Brexit may not have … [Read more...] about Brexit vindicated as MEP pinpoints reason UK made ‘right choice’ despite EU ‘sabotage’

Rishi Sunak 'confident' only 20 Tory MPs could rebel against Brexit deal in crunch vote SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Described as the "first shot fired" in a trade war between London and Brussels over Brexit terms, MEPs agreed to impose restrictions on Britain if it failed to comply with its obligations. Announcing the new law on Wednesday, Irish MEP Sean Kelly tweeted: "Today, we signed into law a regulation empowering the @EU_Commission to impose trade restrictions should the UK breach its obligations under post- Brexit trading agreements. With EU-UK relations in a better place, this is a mechanism that I hope we never have to use." Related articles UK expats can use driving licences in Spain … [Read more...] about ‘First shot fired’ in trade war between EU and UK as Irish MEPs ‘cosy up’ to Brussels

Talks to get the UK to rejoin the EU’s Horizon Europe research funding programme may begin in weeks (Image: Getty Images) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Talks to get the UK to join the EU’s £83billion Horizon Europe research funding programme could begin in just “weeks”, it has been reported. This comes just days after Rishi Sunak announced his new deal with the European Union to reform post-Brexit trade rules for Northern Ireland . The news may come as a relief to the scientific community, many of whom have expressed concern that the UK’s “Plan B” alternative to the EU funding programme would struggle to match the scale and efficiency of the well-established Horizon scheme. Related articles UK could face more … [Read more...] about UK to begin talks to rejoin £83bn EU scheme in ‘weeks’ after Sunak strikes new Brexit deal

Andrew Bowie hits out at SNP for 'point scoring' over fisheries This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The EU and Norway reached an agreement on fishing quotas after months of negotiations over EU waters aside from Ireland and North Sea waters in the Norwegian economic zone. Related articles 'First shot fired' in trade war between EU and UK as MEPs sign new law Hunt has missed chance to boost UK growth, says economist Announcing the deal, Norwegian Fisheries and Oceans Minister Bjørnar Skjæran said: "I am satisfied that we have finally reached an agreement. "It is of course … [Read more...] about EU signs fisheries deal with Norway over North Sea quotas after months of talks

Eminem turned down a fortune to perform at the 2022 World Cup final in Qatar according to 50 Cent - who was willing to take a fraction of their pay packet to show. The rap duo had a chance to perform after Lionel Messi and Argentina tasted glory in the Middle East and would have been financially rewarded to the tune of £7.5million. Having been part of the iconic Super Bowl 56 show last year, 50 Cent opened up about the offer this week - which he was more than happy to agree to. READ MORE: Salt Bae accused of 'stealing' World Cup trophy after Messi unknowingly lifted fake one "Because of the Super Bowl, I got an inquiry about World Cup and they had a budget of $9million," he said on Real 92.3 show Big Boy's Neighborhood . "I would’ve taken one and then the other eight would have been for him (Eminem)." He added of a conversation with Eminem's management: "They’re like, he’s not gonna do it." 50 concluded: "If you would do a one-off show, maybe you would do the … [Read more...] about Eminem turned down £7million for World Cup final performance in Qatar claims 50 Cent

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been spotted outside of Old Trafford meeting chief executive Richard Arnold as talks over the future of Manchester United heat up. The Manchester-born businessman, who owns chemical company INEOS, is currently competing with Qatari businessman Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani to buy the Red Devils from incumbent owners Joel and Avram Glazer. Ratcliffe's bid was submitted to buy the club in February. And he was joined at Old Trafford by former British Cycling supremo Sir Dave Brailsford, who now works as INEOS' director of sport, overseeing all the teams sponsored by the group. READ MORE: Fans mock Mikel Arteta calling substitutes 'impacters' after Arsenal's Europa League exit Just a day prior to Ratcliffe's meeting with Man United executives, Sheikh Jassim and his associates held talks with officials as the race to buy the iconic football club heats up. While there can only be so much romanticism involved when it comes to spending billions on a … [Read more...] about Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Old Trafford for Man Utd takeover talks but fans say ‘we want Qatar’

Ten Hag details meeting with Ratcliffe amid Man Utd bid SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Qatari investment group led by Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani would be willing to 'overpay' in order to buy Manchester United from the Glazers ahead of Ineos chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe, according to reports. The Red Devils are still in the process of finding new owners, with a proposed takeover expected to occur before the start of next season if everything goes to plan over the coming weeks and months. Related articles Chelsea poised to offer Inter Milan swap deal involving Edouard Mendy Keane lifts lid on what Scholes is really like - 'I don't fall for it' The Qatari bidders were previously adamant … [Read more...] about Man Utd takeover: Qatar ‘make U-turn’ after Sheikh Jassim’s representatives visited club

Manchester United vs Southampton in pictures SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Sheikh Jassim’s Qatari group have toured Manchester United on Thursday and underwent talks regarding a potential takeover of the club from the Glazer family. Both the Qatar delegation and Sir Jim Ratcliffe have been invited to Manchester to visit both Old Trafford and the Carrington training ground complex, and though Jassim was not present in person he has sent a strong contingent. Related articles Man Utd 'join Liverpool and Chelsea' in Joao Palhinha transfer race Osimhen gesture speaks volumes as character of Man Utd target shown The Qatari group in Manchester is led by Shazhad Shabaz, president of Nine Two … [Read more...] about Qataris’ first thoughts on Man Utd tour emerge as senior members shown around facilities