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Webinar with Denis MacShane on the Politics of Brexit Now - Haringey for Europe
2020-09-16 19:00 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Zoom, United Kingdom
…where we are at present and how grassroots pro-EU organisations can contribute.

Denis MacShane, a former UK Minister of Europe, has discussed Brexit with the current Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, the past leader of the Opposition, Jeremy Corbyn, the new president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and Michel Barnier, a personal friend for 20 years. He has worked as a consultant advising governments, businesses and NGOs on Brexit. He will use his extensive knowledge and experience to share and explain where we are at the moment and how grassroots pro EU groups can contribute to the unfolding events as we leave the European Union. His most recent book, Brexiternity: The Uncertain Fate of Britain demonstrates how politics, business and society in the UK will continue to be dominated by Brexit, regardless of whether or not the UK crashes out with No Deal or if a Withdrawal Agreement is reached. He predicted the referendum outcome in his 2015 book Brexit: How Britain will Leave Europe.

EU Citizens in the UK - Rodda MP, Remigi, and Hawkins - Eurocafé Berkshire
2020-09-16 19:00
Open Britain Reading, Berkshire for Europe and Euro Cafe Berkshire invite you to a FREE webinar…

Matt Rodda, MP Reading East will be joining Elena Remigi, Founder and Co-Editor of the “In Limbo” Series and Monique Hawkins from The3Million to give us an update on life for EU Citizens in the UK right now

· Elena Remigi will share from the latest edition of her book stories of EU Citizens and their Settled Status experiences.

· Matt Rodda will be speak from his day to day experiences of working with EU Citizens in the Reading community and his top concerns and good news stories.

· Monique Hawkins will update us on the The3million’s current initiative of DeniedMyBackup – getting a physical backup to digital immigration status.

We will also explore some steps we can all take as activists to support the EU citizens in our communities.

Register here https://eu-citizens-16558347715.eventbrite.com for free and we will send you the links to the zoom conference on the day.

#InLimbo #MattRodda #The3million #deniedmybackup #settledstatus #EU #EuroCafe #OpenBritain #BerkshireforEurope #Berkshire

Isolation Insight: Brexit - six months of stalemate - The UK in a Changing Europe
2020-09-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
As the Brexit talks reach crunch point, join us at this event to discuss the current state of play and the challenges still ahead.

About this Event

We are delighted to invite you to our next Isolation Insight event on Wednesday 16 September, where speakers will discuss where the ongoing Brexit negotiations have got to, with less than four months until the end of the transition period.
Speakers are

Stefaan de Rynck, Senior Adviser to Michel Barnier, European Commission
Katya Adler, Europe Editor, BBC
Anand Menon, Director of the UK in a Changing Europe
Bruno Waterfield, Brussels Correspondent, The Times
Chair: Jill Rutter, Senior Research Fellow of the UK in a Changing Europe

Date: Wednesday 16 September, 12 – 1pm
Once registered, you’ll receive an email with the webinar link and details of how to login – please check your junk if you haven’t received it.
To stay informed about future events by the UK in a Changing Europe, sign up to our newsletter.

Andrew Adonis Virtual Speaking Tour
2020-09-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
Due to the coronavirus EM are asking everyone to check with the individual event organisers that the event you’re wanting to attend is still going ahead.
Join the EM Vice Chair on his virtual stops as he talks all things European Movement.
Register in advance for one of these meetings:
15 September, Wales: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcoc-6ppj8vGNCU-VHsIkBMy6-Q-JnV_WSi
22 September,West Midlands: https://www.europeanmovement.co.uk/hannahburrows/andrew_adonis_virtual_speaking_tour_-_west_midlands
23 September, North East and Yorkshire and the Humber: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tcuGtrzkuH9Mgx-3g1q2mpUvwCkct4Ld4
25 September, Greater London: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsc-uupzstG9YyiPBL9cWb0y2cUzYmX6Aw
28 September, East Midlands: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpce-qrDovHdCRUpAFSe7xeX1SobzrfAdE
29 September, South East: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqfu-qqDMpHNO1-sXqP-sn7hnXzcS6uRIf
30 September, North West: https://www.europeanmovement.co.uk/hannahburrows/andrew_adonis_virtual_speaking_tour_-_north_west
5 October, South West: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sf-uvrDoiGNBBaiOySp6r_PQv394JXc4c
6 October, East: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsd-uppjIpHdYpUXR4DHsOeHUpnYjDH_KA

No going back to normal - AEIP Stiglitz & Kaldor
2020-09-14 15:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
The global economy, pandemic politics and system transformation in the 21st century.

With Joseph Stiglitz & Mary Kaldor
Another Europe Zoom Meeting.
Register here
Facebook event here

How can Labour challenge the Tory Brexit disaster? Richard Corbett - Labour Movement for Europe
2020-09-10 19:30
LME press officer Don Brind will interview Richard Corbett, former Labour MEP for 16 years, past advisor to ex President of the European Council, Herman Van Rompuy and the last leader of the UK Labour Party in the EU Parliament until Brexit happened and we lost all our British MEPs.
Then the audience will be able to ask Richard questions.

A Zoom meeting on Food and Farming - Bath for Europe
2020-09-06 14:00 | Zoom, United Kingdom
Online Euro Café, Guest Speaker Ped Asgarian, Propagating a New Food System: for People and the Planet, Sunday 6th September, 2pm
(https://bathforeurope.com/2020/08/28/online-euro-cafe-guest-speaker-ped-asgarian-propagating-a-new-food-system-for-people-and-the-planet-sunday-6th-september-2pm/)

This month’s Pulse of Europe/Euro Cafe will feature guest speaker Ped Asgarian, who will talk about ‘Propagating a New Food System: for People and the Planet.’ Brexit will have a profound impact on food and farming in the UK, particularly as it coincides with other challenges facing food production including environmental factors and climate change. The talk will be followed by general discussion with the Bath for Europe community. We hope to see you there!
Please register in advance to receive your unique link to join this free event.
Ped Asgarian studied environmental sciences at University, leading to a career in food production and retail. He has been Managing Director of The Community Farm in Chew Magna – a Social Enterprise trying to revolutionise and innovate the food system for the betterment of people and the planet. In September he will be starting his new role as Director of the Feeding Bristol Charity, which aims to facilitate systemic change in the food system, while addressing issues of food poverty and insecurity in the region. He is also a founding member of the board of Bristol Food Producers, an organisation aiming to upscale local food production and distribution in Bristol.

3Point5Percent demo - Liverpool
2020-09-05 11:00

Britain's Road Back to Europe, WIll Hutton Webinar - Grassroots for Europe
2020-09-03 19:00

WEBINAR "The European Parliament and future EU-UK trade relations"
2020-09-03 12:30 - 14:00
With the end of the transition period approaching fast, what lies in store for the future of EU-UK trade?

About this Event

As the UK prepares to leave the regulatory infrastructure of the single market and customs union at the end of the year, the executives in both the UK and EU are racing to negotiate the shape of the future relationship between them. We turn our attention to this crucial issue and ask what lies in store for the future of EU-UK trade.
Join us for an exciting live webinar on September 3rd 12:30-2:00pm BST to hear from our expert panellists.

SPEAKERS:

Bernd LANGE MEP , Chair of the Committee on International Trade, member of the UK Coordination Group , , European Parliament
Angus Brendan MACNEIL MP, Chair of the International Trade Committee, House of Commons
Dr. Meredith A. CROWLEY , International Trade Economist , University of Cambridge

CHAIR:
Georgina WRIGHT, Senior Researcher, Institute for Government

Food, farming and trade deals: shaping our future after Brexit - Cambridge for Europe
2020-09-02 20:00
From Cambridge for Europe, a discussion on Food farming and Trade Deals with Liz Webster of Save British Farming. Wednesday 2nd September at 8pm. Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcoce6hrzojGdYW_KH62Jqn07i4ANLwzBKN

House of Lords returns
2020-09-02 | Palace of Westminster, Palace of Westminster, London, SW1A 0AA, United Kingdom

House of Commons returns
2020-09-01

the3million #DeniedMyBackup Webinar
2020-08-27 19:00
Topic
DeniedMyBackup: Take action with the3million for a physical backup to digital immigration status

Description
Imagine you urgently need a job, or are looking for a place to live, and as part of the process you need to prove you have the right to live in the UK. But your passport is no longer enough, and you have no biometric residence card as proof – just a code to enter into the Home Office database. Just as the landlord or employer logs on to check your ID, the system crashes, and you are passed over for someone else whose proof is easier to check.
And that’s not all – to get that code in the first place, you need not only your passport but also access to the right email address or mobile number that the status was originally linked to. If someone else helped you set this up, perhaps years ago, can you imagine the stress of trying to deal with the Home Office website just to prove you have the right to live and work?
That may be part of daily life for many EU citizens after 31 December this year, as the only group of foreign residents in the UK with a digital-only immigration status and no backup option of physical proof.
the3million is inviting you to our webinar and Q&A on why EU citizens should have the option for physical proof of immigration status. We’re meeting on Zoom, Thursday 27 August at 7pm – please register by filling in this form.
The panel will be chaired by Luke Piper (the3million) and include Emily McCarron from Age UK who will explain the consequences of a digital-only scheme for older EU citizens, Monique Hawkins from the3million, Ian Robinson from Fragomen, and Ollie Persey from the Public Law Project. There will be short statements at the beginning, and plenty of time to ask questions.
The webinar is open to all and will be recorded and live streamed on the3million’s social media. If you have any difficulties receiving your registration details, please email research@the3million.org.uk.

Make Votes Matter Day of Action
2020-08-22 08:00 - 17:00
Join us for a socially distanced Day of Action to demand fair votes!
On Saturday 22nd August, MVM supporters across the UK will join together to highlight the ever increasing need for Proportional Representation in general elections. It’s time to get back out there and show that we’re still demanding equal votes!

"Settled" event online for Czech and Slovak citizens in UK
2020-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Online

Join Steve Bray for Chequers Protest
2020-08-18 12:00 | 2 Lee Cottages, 2 Lee Cottages, Butler's Cross, Aylesbury, HP17 0UT, United Kingdom
Plenty are pointing out that the buffoon Johnson will be in Scotland but don’t let that put you off! Check the latest state of play on Steve’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/snb19692 , or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/steven.bray.568/posts/3363675740376611. HIs Fund-raiser for all this is here: https://fundrazr.com/d1h707?ref=fb_88CMY3_ab_9gpV784bXIg9gpV784bXIg.
Here’s the announcements:
Aug 16th: Two days of protest at Chequers 18th & 19th August. A Corrupt government has no place of sanctuary or holiday in our country. Join us for the start of united nationwide action.
Aug 14th: United Kingdom : World leaders in imposing economic & social disaster on itself. The corrupt government have to be stopped. It can’t be clearer, the politicians & political system have failed all. It is down to us now. Good luck. #NationwideActionNow
Aug 14th:

Are you a student? Fed up with being screwed by corrupt Conservative politicians? Anti government protest in Buckinghamshire 18 and 19th August. Details to follow shortly. #HoldThemToAccount

We own it : Not a penny more to Serco - Give local, public teams the cash
2020-08-18
NATIONAL DAY OF ACTION ON TRACK AND TRACE CONTRACTS – TUESDAY 18TH AUGUST
Matt Hancock needs to scrap Serco and Sitel’s failed contracts now instead of renewing them on August 23rd.
The government must give the £528 million allocated for these contract extension to local authorities and Public Health England teams instead. Privatised track and trace has been a disaster that is costing lives.
It’s time to put local public health teams in charge of the whole system. They have the tools and the local knowledge they need to do this vital work before any second wave this winter. Now they need the money.
PLEASE JOIN OUR DAY OF ACTION ON TUESDAY 18TH TO SAY: NOT A PENNY MORE TO SERCO – GIVE LOCAL AUTHORITIES THE CASH!

Organise a group to meet at your local authority building or landmark, (or Serco site if you’re nearby).

Remember to bring a camera!

Download and print this picture of a penny

to take with you, along with this placard

and bring one penny per person for the photo! Alternatively you can make a bigger cardboard cut out of a penny!

Remember to check out guidelines on how to stay safe and stay socially distanced. Gloves, hand sanitiser and masks are a must and We Own It can reimburse you for them!

Let us know you’re organising the action. We’ll help with the local press! Email Chris at christopher@weownit.org.uk
Let others know! Make a Facebook event too and invite other people who might be able to join! Main Facebook event here.
You can also let your local radio or newspaper know that you’re organising this.
On the day, make sure to share your photos with us at info@weownit.org.uk.
Share the action on social media tagging us on twitter, facebook and instagram too.
Lastly, email your picture to Matt Hancock directly!

Can’t make an action in person?
Send your ‘Not a penny more’ message to Matt Hancock. You could take a photo, ideally with you in it, holding a penny, to share on social media for example.
Make sure to tag Matt Hancock (Here’s his Twitter and Facebook) and include the caption:
Not a penny more to Serco – Give local, public teams the cash! Sign now: https://weownit.org.uk/save-lives-scrap-serco-now
Privatised track and trace has been a disaster that is costing lives. It’s time to put local public health teams in charge of the whole system.
Join in a Day of Action on Tuesday 18th to show you support safe, local track and trace for your community!
ACTIONS ALREADY ORGANISED

Wandsworth Town Hall – 12pm
Sheffield Town Hall – 12:30pm
Wallasey Town Hall – 11:00am
Darlington Town Hall – 12:30pm
Hackney Town Hall – 12:30pm
Leamington Town Hall – 11am
Bristol – College Green, outside Bristol City Hall – 12pm
Sunderland Centre – 10:30am
Southampton Civic Centre – 16:30pm
Brent town hall – 12pm
Liverpool Town Hall – 12pm
Leeds Civic Hall – 1pm

Kent: Garden, not Lorry Park of England - Demonstration
2020-08-15 10:30 - 12:00

EU Settlement Scheme Information Session. Online event by Advice NI
2020-08-12 12:00 - 13:00
Free advice for gaining EU settled status in the UK

Advice NI have joined up with Black & Minority Ethnic Women’s Network to provide EU Settlement Scheme Information Sessions via Zoom.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/eu-settlement-scheme-information-session-tickets-115507838053?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch#listing-organizer

Commons Summer Recess
2020-07-21 08:00 - 2020-08-31 10:00
https://www.parliament.uk/about/faqs/house-of-commons-faqs/business-faq-page/recess-dates/

"No!" to risk to Vital medecines through no deal.
2020-07-15
#NoDealMeansNoMeds

European agencies can be found at https://www.dropbox.com/s/2wb2ibobdysunw6/no%20to%20death%20by%20brexit%20chaos%202%20copy.docx?dl=0

Virtual Event with Grieve and Dougan - Oxford for Europe
2020-07-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Oxford Zoom, Oxford, United Kingdom
Oxford for Europe letter publicising event

Save British Farming
2020-07-08 13:00 - 16:00

Commons Whitsun Recess
2020-05-21 08:00 - 2020-06-02 10:00

Commons Recess in May (1)
2020-05-06 08:00 - 2020-05-11 10:00

Commons Easter Recess
2020-03-31 08:00 - 2020-04-21 10:00

Denis MacShane: From here to Brexiternity? Why Brexit won't be over soon
2020-03-19 19:00 - 21:30
North East Surrey for Europe are organising a series of talks together with the local action group MoVEM (Mole Valley European Movement).
All those curious about European politics are welcome to bring their questions and learn more about Europe and the Brexit process.
All talks take place at the Leatherhead Institute with a suggested donation of £5 on the door. 19.00 for 19.30-21.30.
Further details on: www.nes4eu.co.uk.
Denis MacShane was Tony Blair’s Europe Minister, he is a contributing editor at The Globalist (Five Scenarios for Brexit) and has written more than 10 books on European politics, the latest being “Brexiternity, The Uncertain Fate of Britain”.
He writes and broadcasts regularly in Britain and Europe.

Love in Restless Times
2020-02-14 17:00 - 21:00 | House of European History, Rue Wiertz 60, Brussels, 1047, Belgium

A.C. Grayling - 'Rejoin: how and when?'
2020-02-13 19:15 - 21:30 | Fleet Primary School, Fleet Road, London, NW3 2QT
Professor Grayling is a master of Humantities at New College and supernumery fellow of St. Anne’s College, Oxford. He has written over thirty books on philosophy and for years was a columnist on The Guardian, The Times and Prospect magazine.
At this event he will discuss the way forward now that we are leaving the European Union, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions.
