Brexit

James Goddard admitted to insulting Remain-supporting MP Anna Soubry by calling her a Nazi.

Philip Hammond is preparing to return to the backbenches under the incoming administration.

Daniel Hewitt Political Correspondent

Jo Swinson or Ed Davey will be named as the new leader - 24 hours before the Tories announce the winner of their contest.

EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen has warned that a no-deal Brexit would be bad for both the UK and the EU.

Joel Hills Business and Economics Editor

Economists who believe leaving the European Union without a deal in October will immediately revive the UK’s prosperity are in the minority.

The amendment passed with a majority of 41 votes.

The Office for Budget Responsibility’s bleak assessment predicts a possible 2% dip in GDP

EU parliament confirms Ursula von der Leyen has been elected as the first female European Commission president in a 383-327 vote.

The German politician will be the first female leader of the European Commission.

Ursula von der Leyen is hoping to succeed Jean-Claude Juncker as the European Commission President.