@AlynSmith's valedictory thoughts as he leaves the European Parliament.

Northern Ireland and the UK after Brexit. (And Scotland.) By @GerryLynch.

Russia has over centuries had a special relationship with Scotland. St. Andrew is the saint protector of both Scotland and the Russian navy. The Russian navy has the same flag as Scotland. Only the opposite combination of colours.

#TakingBackControl!!!

Holyrood and Stormont do *not* have a veto. #fb

My colleague Geoff opines.

A view from the Brussels bubble.

Lucid analysis from EU enlargement guru Graham Avery.

Senior EU official contradicts leadership.

"all that is certain is that EU law would require all parties to negotiate in good faith and in a spirit of cooperation"

much more mundane than anyone wants to admit.

#fb That will be fun, won't it!