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Emily Hohler
EU tightens the noose on Russia
Oil
EU tightens the noose on Russia
Brussels has proposed a ban on all Russian oil imports. Could that work? Emily Hohler reports
4 May 2022
Rishi Sunak's multibillion-pound tax raid
UK Economy
Rishi Sunak's multibillion-pound tax raid
Rishi Sunak is seeking to fill a £300bn-sized hole in the public books. Investors beware, says Emily Hohler
19 Nov 2020
EU throws green spanner in the works of global trade
Economy
EU throws green spanner in the works of global trade
Europe has big plans for the environment – but making them work without damaging world trade will be a challenge.
12 Dec 2019
Michael Bloomberg: a master of many guises
People
Michael Bloomberg: a master of many guises
Michael Bloomberg launched his financial data company after getting fired from Wall Street. Could the billionaire media magnate and former New York ma…
9 Dec 2019
China sits out protests in Hong Kong
Economy
China sits out protests in Hong Kong
Beijing may be using harsh language against the protesters in Hong Kong, but if you read between the lines, it is clear that it is treading carefully.
1 Aug 2019
The prime minister’s big gamble
Economy
The prime minister’s big gamble
The prime minister says he’s ready to bet on a no-deal Brexit. He might prefer an election.
1 Aug 2019
Boris Johnson and the irresistible rise of “cakeism”
Economy
Boris Johnson and the irresistible rise of “cakeism”
But will dabblers in it meet with a sticky end? Emily Hohler reports.
18 Jul 2019
Get set for a Tory Party spending spree
UK Economy
Get set for a Tory Party spending spree
Both candidates for the Tory Party leadership could squander the fiscal restraint of the past few years. Emily Hohler reports.
5 Jul 2019
Will Trump’s visit to North Korea lead to a nuclear deal?
Global Economy
Will Trump’s visit to North Korea lead to a nuclear deal?
Donald Trump became the first sitting US president to set foot in North Korea this week. But will anything come of it?
4 Jul 2019
Theresa May’s vanity projects
Economy
Theresa May’s vanity projects
Now that Brexit is no longer her problem, Prime Minister Theresa May has been making a flurry of spending pledges to shore up her legacy – which the c…
28 Jun 2019
How will Boris Johnson bring about Brexit?
Economy
How will Boris Johnson bring about Brexit?
It’s far from obvious how Boris Johnson, the man likely to be the next PM, will achieve his goals.
27 Jun 2019
Who will deliver Brexit?
UK Economy
Who will deliver Brexit?
The Tories have one issue on their plate – Brexit. And it’s seasoned with plenty of snake oil, says Emily Hohler.
14 Jun 2019
Tories discover the magic money tree
Economy
Tories discover the magic money tree
Many of the ten Tory leadership candidates have are making reckless promises about their tax and spending plans.
13 Jun 2019
Who will be the next PM?
UK Economy
Who will be the next PM?
The next PM will be decided by 124,000 Tory party members. But will a new PM change anything?
7 Jun 2019
May’s last stand
Economy
May’s last stand
The prime minister’s “new deal” smelt fishily familiar. MPs are likely to pass on it. Emily Hohler reports.
23 May 2019
MPs’ expenses scandal lives on
Economy
MPs’ expenses scandal lives on
A decade on from the MPs' expenses scandal and little has changed.
16 May 2019
Farage victory would tip the balance
Economy
Farage victory would tip the balance
A Brexit Party win may concentrate minds in parliament and break the stalemate. Emily Hohler reports.
16 May 2019
Labour defeats a Remainer rebellion
Economy
Labour defeats a Remainer rebellion
Jeremy Corbyn has faced down a challenge spearheaded by his deputy, Tom Watson, for Labour to signal its backing for a second Brexit referendum.
2 May 2019
Britain opens itself up to China
Economy
Britain opens itself up to China
But in the case of its embrace of Huawei’s telecoms gear, is that wise? Emily Hohler reports.
2 May 2019
Will HS2 survive the spending review?
Economy
Will HS2 survive the spending review?
The future of the proposed HS2 high-speed rail line is on the line as Treasury secretary Liz Truss hints at a spending review.
25 Apr 2019
The Brexit Party: a potent political threat
Economy
The Brexit Party: a potent political threat
There has been a surge in support for Nigel Farage’s new venture. Emily Hohler reports.
25 Apr 2019
Nato at 70: beginning to show its age?
Economy
Nato at 70: beginning to show its age?
The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation’s 70th anniversary represents a huge achievement. But celebrations are being kept to a single day.
4 Apr 2019
May seeks a compromise on Brexit
Economy
May seeks a compromise on Brexit
The PM turns her back on the eurosceptics and reaches out to Jeremy Corbyn. Emily Hohler reports.
4 Apr 2019
Trump’s budget is a wily political move
US Economy
Trump’s budget is a wily political move
The US president gears up for negotiations with budgets that have no hope of passing. Emily Hohler reports.
21 Mar 2019
May’s deal gets defeated again
Economy
May’s deal gets defeated again
The prime minister’s EU withdrawal agreement is now dead. Or is it? Emily Hohler reports.
14 Mar 2019
Will Trump be impeached?
Economy
Will Trump be impeached?
Robert Mueller, the special counsel, is thought to be ready to present the findings of his inquiry into possible Russian interference.
7 Mar 2019
Chancellor lands a bumper tax haul
Economy
Chancellor lands a bumper tax haul
Yet the economy remains weak and subject to some “Brexity” trials ahead. Emily Hohler reports.
7 Mar 2019
This Brexit show will run and run
Economy
This Brexit show will run and run
Postponing Article 50 is now back on the list of possibilities. Emily Hohler reports.
28 Feb 2019
Rift opens between US and Europe
Economy
Rift opens between US and Europe
The Munich Security Conference is where the Atlantic Alliance usually likes to show a united front – but not this time.
22 Feb 2019
Labour does the splits
Economy
Labour does the splits
Seven Labour centrists and Remainers have jumped Corbyn’s far-left Brexit ship. Emily Hohler reports.
22 Feb 2019
Tech giant caught in crossfire
Economy
Tech giant caught in crossfire
The US struggle to contain China damages business, says Emily Hohler.
1 Feb 2019
“Plan A” dons a false moustache
Economy
“Plan A” dons a false moustache
Theresa May’s deal is back on the table. Will it be more appetising the second time? Emily Hohler reports.
25 Jan 2019
Trump boxed in by his own wall
Economy
Trump boxed in by his own wall
Donald Trump continues to battle Democrats over his planned wall, with neither side backing down.
11 Jan 2019
No birthday party for the euro
Economy
No birthday party for the euro
The single currency project is now 20 years old. But is there anything to celebrate? Emily Hohler reports.
11 Jan 2019
US Senate investigates Russian meddling
Economy
US Senate investigates Russian meddling
Russian internet activity aimed at polarising American society has spread, according to analysis for the US Senate.
20 Dec 2018
Brexit debate goes into extra-time
Economy
Brexit debate goes into extra-time
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has complicated the debate further. Emily Hohler reports.
20 Dec 2018