The economic consequences of Brexit (Vol 2)

[ralphrj]

FN2TypeR said:

I asked a French lady who looked quite well to do (well dressed and carrying a leather satchel, obviously not a waster) what was going on, she said that the youth protest group were mad about proposed changes to labour laws/rights and when she pointed to the police she said "Macron". I asked if she liked or voted for him, she said no, I then said that the media in the UK called him a centrist, she laughed and said "no, right wing business candidate"

It is all relative, Jeremy Corbyn would probably be considered Centrist in France.

[mx5nut]

jsf said:

Oh look, a major bank CEO breaks ranks and backs UK setting its own rules outside Brussels influence.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-01-25...

Assume we're allowed to listen to him now he's said something supportive of Brexit, but must continue to ignore his colleagues saying the opposite?

[sidicks]

mx5nut said:

Assume we're allowed to listen to him now he's said something supportive of Brexit, but must continue to ignore his colleagues saying the opposite?

Can you please confirm exactly what his ‘colleagues’ have actually said (ie not what you’d like to pretend they said)?!

[mx5nut]

sidicks said:

mx5nut said:

Assume we're allowed to listen to him now he's said something supportive of Brexit, but must continue to ignore his colleagues saying the opposite?

Can you please confirm exactly what his ‘colleagues’ have actually said (ie not what you’d like to pretend they said)?!

jsf said:

Oh look, a major bank CEO breaks ranks and backs UK setting its own rules outside Brussels influence.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-01-25...

He'd hardly be "breaking ranks" if they were all in agreement with him

[anonymous-user]

cathy newman said:

Assume we're allowed to listen to him now he's said something supportive of Brexit, but must continue to ignore his colleagues saying the opposite?

take from it what you wish.

[Digga]

amusingduck said:

Digga said:

sidicks said:

paul789 said:

Hmm, 991.1 for the howl (have driven), 991.2 getting rave reviews, newer and the price differential is narrow. Decisions, decisions....

Obviously it depends on budget and use, but i’d Go NA 991 / 997 for semi-regular use.

I've driven 991.1 and 991.2 GTS, both very good. Just have an extended drive to check whether or not the sports seats suit you. (They don't agree with my bionic shoulder.)

Sounds ideal for your average 911 driver

Long story, don't ask. Involved an Alp, a mountain bike, and speed exceeding talent.

[Coolbanana]

Brexit Phase 2 is about to kick off and that will dictate largely where the UK is heading.

I have not changed my original assessment but any good news - any news that can be used to instil some positivity - is to be embraced. Damage limitation.

Obviously, if all Negotiations go swimmingly, then the UK will possibly emerge with a Canada-type deal and move on from all this, albeit not my personal choice but if that's what most want, hey ho, enjoy. I'm thinking Norway-type deal is still more likely and if rejected locally, it'll be No Deal, which I believe will be very, very bad. So Canada+ is the best the UK can hope for and at the moment, the Team is looking bad. It needs some support.

Embrace any and all genuine positive news as it is much needed. Ignore Boris, Davis et al, they haven't a clue, but good news from the sectors that do matter is to be applauded since it is needed to strengthen the UK's hand. Too much negativity and the EU will continue to waltz all over the UK.

[FN2TypeR]

ralphrj said:

FN2TypeR said:

I asked a French lady who looked quite well to do (well dressed and carrying a leather satchel, obviously not a waster) what was going on, she said that the youth protest group were mad about proposed changes to labour laws/rights and when she pointed to the police she said "Macron". I asked if she liked or voted for him, she said no, I then said that the media in the UK called him a centrist, she laughed and said "no, right wing business candidate"

It is all relative, Jeremy Corbyn would probably be considered Centrist in France.

I know, but it appears that a lot of folk on here don't.

[sidicks]

mx5nut said:

He'd hardly be "breaking ranks" if they were all in agreement with him

So you can’t, as expected.

[Eddie Strohacker]

Hammond called for the UK to move only modestly from the EU & No.10 refused to contradict him, according to a few pol eds. It's a soft Brexit as many of us observing the juggernaut of right wingery running into the brick wall of reality have been predicting. Sorry not sorry lads.

[olimain]

Eddie Strohacker said:

Hammond called for the UK to move only modestly from the EU & No.10 refused to contradict him, according to a few pol eds. It's a soft Brexit as many of us observing the juggernaut of right wingery running into the brick wall of reality have been predicting. Sorry not sorry lads.

How do you define soft Brexit (this week)?

[Jockman]

We nearly due a Vol 3 on this topic?

It would certainly make my day

[wc98]

don'tbesilly said:

Talking of strikes and the French, the fishermen closed Calais & Boulogne earlier today apparently, they do like a tyre fire the French.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-42817263

considering the reason for the protest ,good on them .

[wc98]

ElectricSoup said:

Ah yes, that old claim again. How's about Liam Fox and David Davis telling us all about the wondrous new trade opportunities which would make us better off? How's that going?

You're telling me we'll be better off, right now. "Longer term benefits". What longer term benefits? Any sign of them yet? Can you name them?

It's a fantasy.

if you are over 18 you may well be the first adult i have seen admit to believing what politicians say !

[B'stard Child]

Jockman said:

We nearly due a Vol 3 on this topic?

It would certainly make my day

That would be nice - leave behind the character attacks on people who hold different views, The constant references to the bloody bus and "project fear" - a fresh start with a more positive outlook towards the discussion

[anonymous-user]

Trump still likes us.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-42819405

[B'stard Child]

jsf said:

Trump still likes us.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-42819405

Stop bringing bad news to the thread

[gooner1]

B'stard Child said:

That would be nice - leave behind the character attacks on people who hold different views, The constant references to the bloody bus and "project fear" - a fresh start with a more positive outlook towards the discuss

Tbf Coolbanana seems to have done just that.
Not that is only Remainers that are guilty as accused.

[PRTVR]

500 new jobs for Newcastle, pharmaceutical company starts up.
https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/business/business-...
MD was saying that it matters not whether the UK is in the EU or not as they already sell into the EU from around the world.

[Randy Winkman]

And have to comply with EU regulations anyway.