Brexit
Boris Johnson says Britain looking outwards as it exits EU
Boris Johnson says the UK wants to have control of its own borders, but loves Kiwis coming into the country. The British Foreign Secretary met with the Government today and toured Zealandia. Video, Audio
Johnson brushes off questions about UK govt conflict
While the British Foreign Secretary is in New Zealand talking about about a more outwards looking Britain, he has also faced questions about internal political ructions back home.
Boris Johnson: NZ 'great exporter of human capital'
The UK foreign secretary tells Morning Report he wants to ensure New Zealanders can "come and go" freely between Britain and New Zealand. Audio
NZ 'front of queue' for UK trade deal
New Zealand is "at or near the very front of the queue" for a free trade deal with the United Kingdom once Brexit is complete.
PM confirms skilled migrant proposal under review
The government's plan to make it harder for low-skilled migrants to stay in New Zealand is under review after complaints from employers. Audio
NZ firms need to bone up on Brexit
New Zealand companies doing business in the European Union are being told to keep abreast of Britain's exit from the trade bloc to make sure they aren't hurt in the process. Audio
Brexit high up in Queen's speech
The British Parliament has met for the first time since the snap election earlier this month. At the State Opening of Parliament Queen Elizabeth outlined a legislative programme of 27 bills - eight of… Audio
Queen outlines May's post-election plan for Brexit, social care changes
The Queen presided over the official opening of Britain's Parliament wearing a hat many thought looked very much like the European Union's flag.
Britain and EU begin discussions on "divorce"
Britain's Brexit Secretary, David Davis, has described the first day of talks about the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union as "very productive" and says that a deal is "eminently… Audio
'I'm used to difficult negotiations' - NZer on UK appointment
A New Zealander has been appointed by the British government to lead the trade talks with the rest of the world as Britain leaves the European Union.
Final day of campaigning in Britain's general election
It's the final day of campaigning in Britain's general election. Julia Langdon is a political commentator in London and says Prime Minister Theresa May will be returning with a 'hefty majority'. Audio
The Lawyers for Planet Earth
Meet the lawyers for Planet Earth, James Thornton and Martin Goodman. Audio
Fee hike for UK employers hiring immigrants
A new proposal from the British Prime Minister could make it harder for New Zealanders to find skilled work in the United Kingdom.
Professor Campbell McLachlan - Ever-evolving Brexit battles
Campbell McLachlan, QC, is professor of Law at Victoria University, teaching international law and dispute settlement. He is author of Foreign Relations Law - the first modern study of this field in… Audio
May attacks on 'bureaucrats of Brussels' condemned
The UK Prime Minister has accused European politicians of making 'threats' against Britain to try to influence the general election.
EU agrees on guideline on Brexit 'separation talks'
The twenty-seven remaining European Union countries have unanimously adopted guidelines for negotiating Britain's withdrawal.
Campaign begins as UK MPs vote for early election
A UK general election will be held on 8 June after MPs backed Prime Minister Theresa May's call for a snap poll.
EU's Brexit plans 'unchanged' by UK snap election
The EU's Brexit plans remain unchanged by Theresa May's snap election announcement, the council representing EU leaders has said.
Theresa May announces snap election for UK
Britain will be going to the polls on June the 8th - three years aheaed of schedule. Prime Minister Theresa May has called for the snap election, saying the country needs certainty and stability as it… Audio
British MP rattles sabres over Gibraltar Brexit negotiations
A former British Conservative leader has suggested the UK would go to war to defend the sovereignty of Gibraltar, a UK-controlled territory at the southern tip of Spain.
