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Virgin Atlantic Airways has announced that it is extending its free limousine service for Upper Class passengers to 19 states in the US and to almost anywhere in the UK. The service will provide free transportation for passengers to and from the nearest Virgin Atlantic gateway, either JFK Airport or
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A crucial breakthrough has been announced in the long-running dispute between the UK and France over the ban on British beef imports. The European Commission, in collaboration with the UK and French governments, has reached a new understanding on the key issues blocking the lifting of the embargo. According to
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Britain's involvement in developing the European Union's common defence capability has raised concerns in Washington, with the US seeking assurances that it will not undermine NATO's security. The capability, proposed by Britain and France last year, aims to create a joint military force among
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Negotiations between Britain and France on the French ban of British beef are reaching a crucial stage, with both parties expressing optimism about finding a resolution. British Agriculture Minister Nick Brown has withdrawn Britain's request to take legal action against France for its continued ban, despite European Commission
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The transatlantic beef controversy between the UK and France continues to escalate, with UK Agriculture Minister Nick Brown requesting legal action against France for refusing to lift its ban on British beef imports. The European Commission ordered France to stop blocking imports two weeks ago, citing unfounded safety concerns, but
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Gen. Augusto Pinochet, the 84-year-old former Chilean dictator, is expected to undergo fresh medical tests after agreeing to be examined by a British specialist. This development comes amidst concerns over his deteriorating health and the potential humanitarian implications of extraditing him to Spain to face charges of torture. Diplomats and
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The arrest of former Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet in Britain last year has set a troubling precedent for international law, allowing a Spanish judge to unilaterally issue arrest warrants for human rights violators around the world. Pinochet was arrested at the request of Judge Baltasar Garzon, who has a reputation
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The debate over the UK's EU policy has reached new heights of tension, with Prime Minister Tony Blair and Conservative leader William Hague on opposing sides of the issue. Blair warned that Hague's policy on Europe would isolate Britain, leading to a possible exit from the
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As European Commissioner for External Affairs, Christopher Patten condemned the British debate on the euro as a "stalking horse" aimed at devaluing the country's participation in the European Union. Patten's comments, made at the CBI conference, targeted Tory leader William Hague and the Conservative
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The escalating tensions between France and Britain over the embargo on British beef have sparked a major controversy, with both sides employing a complex web of arguments, symbolism, and national pride. At its core, the conflict revolves around the French government's "precautionary principle" – giving consumers the
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David Byrne, the European Commissioner for Consumer Protection, declared that British beef had been "fully vindicated" after a unanimous decision by 16 top European scientists that it was as safe as that from any other European country. The ruling criticizes France's refusal to lift its ban
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A state visit by Chinese President Jiang Zemin to Britain has been marred by protests from pro-Tibet groups, prompting an angry response from the Chinese government. Zhu Bangzhao, Mr Jiang's spokesman, accused the protesters of espousing "the inglorious cause of imperialism and colonialism" and stated that
