Net closes in on BNP Euro & UK expenses fiddles
Having failed to submit their accounts on time to the electoral commission, the BNP are refusing to publish details of their European expenses.
European Union
Hague attempts to woo Europe as Americans voice concerns
The Americans have voiced fears over the prospect of a Tory government, warning that a “self-absorbed” govt. would be “a more tentative and less reliable” ally.
Miliband and Davey unite to attack Tory EU policy
David Miliband & Ed Davey have challenged William Hague on Tory EU policy, arguing that a Conservative government would lessen British influence in the world.
Tory MEP publicises Robin Hood Tax seminar – by mistake
Tory MEP Roger Helmer has inadvertently publicised a seminar titled “Fighting for a financial transaction tax”.
Brussels “expenses scandal” not in same league as Westminster
The Office of the European Parliament has told Left Foot Forward that there is no scandal, and the system in Brussels is nothing like the one in Britain.
Cameron’s MEPs vote against reforms to clamp down on tax dodgers
David Cameron’s MEPs last night voted against proposals to crack down on “those seeking to hide their money from the tax authorities” – tax dodgers.
UKIP crisis over “extremist views” of Euro allies
UKIP’s European allies are under the spotlight following Nikki Sinclaire’s resignation from the EFD group in protest at their “variety of extremist views”.
BNP in more trouble with election watchdog as figures reveal £83,932 advertising spend
The BNP have until Friday to comply with Electoral Commission regulations on campaign spending or face the risk of prosecution.
Iceland refuses to repay Britain £3.6bn – what does its biggest fan think?
Tory MEP Daniel Hannan has failed to condemn Iceland for its refusal to repay Britain a £3.6 billion loan.
Exposé of Daniel Hannan’s “Ten reasons to leave the EU”
Tory MEP Daniel Hannan, writing in yesterday’s Telegraph, has laid out what he claims are “Ten reasons to leave the EU”. LFF examines them point-by-point.