Nick Hopkinson
@nickhopkinsonEU
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writer/speaker. My book “politics and power of public diplomacy” forthcoming from a leading publisher, Routledge; former Director, Wilton Park, Foreign Office
London, England
Joined June 2015
After three and a half years of researching, writing and editing delighted that my book on post-war European and international political and economic relations is soon forthcoming from the leading publisher @routledgebooks
routledge.com
This volume examines the higher-level discussions convened at Wilton Park, the UK’s Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office’s policy forum, since its inception in 1946. Originally a ‘re-educati...
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My latest article on the link between democracy and the international order published by @FPCThinkTank It includes a link to my recent book published by @routledgebooks
fpc.org.uk
A recently published volume, The Policies and Power of Public Diplomacy – Wilton Park’s Road, based on reports of Wilton Park’s higher level international policy discussions since 1946, provides a...
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"Brexit remains the elephant in the room, deliberately ignored by the Prime Minister and others." https://t.co/JZmyWURu6y
mirror.co.uk
The Mirror's Kevin Maguire argues the only way for Britain to return to its former prosperity is with a plan to return to the EU after Brexit proved to be a giant con that only leaves us poorer and...
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“Brexit has been a resounding disaster. Starmer must find the courage to change course” Good stuff from @EdwardJDavey. I got sacked as our Lords Europe spox for saying something similar 2 years ago, but I’m delighted that Ed is now saying this.
theguardian.com
Poll after poll shows most voters think leaving the EU has been a failure. Closer ties with Europe would bring huge rewards, says Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey
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Nice to be quoted in leading online news source @politico as deeper UK-German relations grow
politico.eu
Germany’s leader will use a London visit Thursday to finalize a wide-ranging pact that goes big on security cooperation.
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One of the joys of completing a multi-year project is reconnecting with long-term friends such as @cheng_christine I hope this survey of higher level discussions on security and global challenges since 1946 published by Routledge proves useful.
routledge.com
This volume examines the higher-level discussions convened at Wilton Park, the UK’s Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office’s policy forum, since its inception in 1946. Originally a ‘re-educati...
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On this day 50 years ago, on June 5th 1975, the UK 🇬🇧 voted with 67,3% for maintaining membership in the European Community.
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🔥🕊️I've spent the whole day following the news about the drone attacks Ukraine launched deep into Russian territory. And one thought keeps surfacing: It’s impossible not to notice the parallels with Ukraine’s own history. I keep thinking of Princess Olga. More than a thousand
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The debate on #immigration needs to be grounded in reality, not fantasy.
libdemvoice.org
The Liberal Democrats have always been at their best when they’re brave – when we shout about things we believe in, even if they go against the current trend. Things that can tap into a seam of...
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https://t.co/ufsuMcjIVR This rather proves the point that #Brexit has made the UK’s immigration challenge worse, not better.
news.sky.com
In response on Wednesday night, the Tories insisted that Chris Philp was not saying the Tories did not have a plan for how to handle asylum seekers post Brexit.
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Interesting. The Canada-EU relationship is gaining legs. @euromove
Delighted that thousands of Canadians have already signed up to help form a European Movement Canada. Let’s build Canada & Europe together! 🇨🇦🇪🇺 Why don't you sign-up too? 🍁👇 https://t.co/YPW3rrfria
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Today at #PMQs I raised the reality of poverty and inequality in the South Cotswolds — issues too often overlooked here. The last govt deepened the crisis, and this one is failing to fix it. Our communities deserve better. 📺 Watch here: https://t.co/94CP0XR77s
#LibDems #PMQs
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The potential for a closer economic relationship with the EU is higher as regulatory instincts are more similar.
stocks.apple.com
Compromise on the Online Safety Act has been ruled out by Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she said the safety of children is non-negotiable. The US tech industry had been in fierce opposition.
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I am sick and tired having to pay for #Brexit with tax increases. Time to join the EU customs union and single market to cut my (our) tax bills.
standard.co.uk
Public sector net borrowing rose to £151.9 billion in the year to the end of March - equal to £95,300 per household
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So much for evidence based policy-making on #tariffs . That #TariffsWork is just plain nonsense.
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