Brian Doherty
@brianedoherty.bsky.social
Legal Aspects of Euro integration exGov.LegalService
-Ir. Centre for Euro.Law
-"Le Foyer des Artistes" classical music ensemble- Derry base. Players &Performance- continental &beyond
-Farming/GlensofAntrim/Trout/Trees/IrishSetter/SeaSwimming/ Travel&more
-Ir. Centre for Euro.Law
-"Le Foyer des Artistes" classical music ensemble- Derry base. Players &Performance- continental &beyond
-Farming/GlensofAntrim/Trout/Trees/IrishSetter/SeaSwimming/ Travel&more
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Putin has signed Russia’s 2026 budget, allocating at least $166 billion to the war against Ukraine, one-third of all spending and the highest military outlay since the Soviet era. To fund it, Russia slashed social programs.
November 29, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Putin has signed Russia’s 2026 budget, allocating at least $166 billion to the war against Ukraine, one-third of all spending and the highest military outlay since the Soviet era. To fund it, Russia slashed social programs.
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Andrii Yermak’s resignation will be weaponised in Moscow and in parts of DC.
But many see it as proof that Ukraine’s institutions work - even while fighting an existential war.
My analysis on RTÉ's 6-1 News ...
But many see it as proof that Ukraine’s institutions work - even while fighting an existential war.
My analysis on RTÉ's 6-1 News ...
November 29, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Andrii Yermak’s resignation will be weaponised in Moscow and in parts of DC.
But many see it as proof that Ukraine’s institutions work - even while fighting an existential war.
My analysis on RTÉ's 6-1 News ...
But many see it as proof that Ukraine’s institutions work - even while fighting an existential war.
My analysis on RTÉ's 6-1 News ...
The EU should play its Russian assets card
But it is time for the EU to act. At stake is not just Ukraine’s survival but the future of European security
on.ft.com/43ZhymV via @FT
But it is time for the EU to act. At stake is not just Ukraine’s survival but the future of European security
on.ft.com/43ZhymV via @FT
The EU should play its Russian assets card
There are ways to overcome a Belgian block and provide game-changing support to Kyiv
on.ft.com
November 30, 2025 at 2:09 PM
The EU should play its Russian assets card
But it is time for the EU to act. At stake is not just Ukraine’s survival but the future of European security
on.ft.com/43ZhymV via @FT
But it is time for the EU to act. At stake is not just Ukraine’s survival but the future of European security
on.ft.com/43ZhymV via @FT
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Is Trump trashing the rules-based international order, or was that always a liberal myth?
International law is weak law which political leaders sometimes forgive their friends for breaking, but it embodies universal values worth fighting for
derrickwyatt.substack.com/p/is-trump-t...
International law is weak law which political leaders sometimes forgive their friends for breaking, but it embodies universal values worth fighting for
derrickwyatt.substack.com/p/is-trump-t...
November 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Is Trump trashing the rules-based international order, or was that always a liberal myth?
International law is weak law which political leaders sometimes forgive their friends for breaking, but it embodies universal values worth fighting for
derrickwyatt.substack.com/p/is-trump-t...
International law is weak law which political leaders sometimes forgive their friends for breaking, but it embodies universal values worth fighting for
derrickwyatt.substack.com/p/is-trump-t...
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Brexit reminders. New post on my Brexit & Brexitism Blog. Brexit may not be in the headlines, but many current news stories carry reminders of it, including the Hallett Inquiry report, the Gill scandal, the Budget & the latest net migration figures: chrisgreybrexitblog.blogspot.com/2025/11/brex...
November 28, 2025 at 7:24 AM
Brexit reminders. New post on my Brexit & Brexitism Blog. Brexit may not be in the headlines, but many current news stories carry reminders of it, including the Hallett Inquiry report, the Gill scandal, the Budget & the latest net migration figures: chrisgreybrexitblog.blogspot.com/2025/11/brex...
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🚨🚨"Whatever the reason Witkoff is prolonging the conflict. He is not promoting peace. If this were a normal American administration, he would be fired immediately. But nothing about this negotiation, or this administration, is normal at all." @anneapplebaum.bsky.social's damning verdict on #witkoff.
November 27, 2025 at 8:50 AM
🚨🚨"Whatever the reason Witkoff is prolonging the conflict. He is not promoting peace. If this were a normal American administration, he would be fired immediately. But nothing about this negotiation, or this administration, is normal at all." @anneapplebaum.bsky.social's damning verdict on #witkoff.
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How many of us have been saying this, for what seems like ages? The writing was in the wall back in 2014 when Obama and Biden 'declined' to back calls for a NATO or, at least, coalition presence in Ukraine to deter a full-scale invasion attempt.
But who listens to warnings from analysts anyway? 🤷♂️
But who listens to warnings from analysts anyway? 🤷♂️
The week Europe realised it stands alone against Russian expansionism
Washington’s Putin-appeasing plan for peace in Ukraine has failed, but many heard death knell sounded for European reliance on US protection
www.theguardian.com
November 29, 2025 at 10:07 AM
How many of us have been saying this, for what seems like ages? The writing was in the wall back in 2014 when Obama and Biden 'declined' to back calls for a NATO or, at least, coalition presence in Ukraine to deter a full-scale invasion attempt.
But who listens to warnings from analysts anyway? 🤷♂️
But who listens to warnings from analysts anyway? 🤷♂️
“How can you address a woman in [the media] profession as ‘Piggy?’” he said. “I think that if people are not willing to accept basic principles of courtesy that are there to enable discourse, you are moving into the realm of hatred and it is at its roots racist.”
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025...
Michael D Higgins rounds on Trump for ‘piggy’ remark and lack of courtesy
At Other Voices festival in Kerry, former president warns of ‘anti-intellectualism’ threat to peace
www.irishtimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:43 PM
“How can you address a woman in [the media] profession as ‘Piggy?’” he said. “I think that if people are not willing to accept basic principles of courtesy that are there to enable discourse, you are moving into the realm of hatred and it is at its roots racist.”
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025...
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2025...
Clear, focused approach needed to deliver progress during EU presidency
www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...
www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...
Clear, focused approach needed to deliver progress during EU presidency
Role gives Ireland a unique opportunity to strengthen relations between European Union and United States
www.irishtimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Clear, focused approach needed to deliver progress during EU presidency
www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...
www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...
‘A compelling offering’: Why Ireland is the ideal US-EU business bridge
www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...
www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...
‘A compelling offering’: Why Ireland is the ideal US-EU business bridge
Ireland is seen as perfectly placed for US multinationals seeking access to Europe
www.irishtimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM
‘A compelling offering’: Why Ireland is the ideal US-EU business bridge
www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...
www.irishtimes.com/special-repo...
Nearly a decade after the referendum and five years after the UK’s exit from the EU, the economic and political price of Brexit is all too clear. However, its chief proponents do not seem to be paying the political price
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/edit...
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/edit...
The Irish Times view on the UK budget: the long shadow of Brexit
Nearly a decade after the referendum and five years after the UK’s exit from the EU, the economic and political price is all too clear
www.irishtimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Nearly a decade after the referendum and five years after the UK’s exit from the EU, the economic and political price of Brexit is all too clear. However, its chief proponents do not seem to be paying the political price
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/edit...
www.irishtimes.com/opinion/edit...
"Northern Ireland is facing “significant risk and uncertainty to animal health, to farming, to pet owners” because of post-Brexit changes to the supply of veterinary medicines which come into force on January 1st, a Stormont committee has heard"
www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...
www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...
‘Significant uncertainty’: Vets in North worried at post-Brexit rule changes on medicines
Exemption allowing medicinal products to be supplied from Britain expires within weeks
www.irishtimes.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:28 PM
"Northern Ireland is facing “significant risk and uncertainty to animal health, to farming, to pet owners” because of post-Brexit changes to the supply of veterinary medicines which come into force on January 1st, a Stormont committee has heard"
www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...
www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...
"Under current rules, EU countries can still spend up to 35 per cent of the rearmament fund with UK defence companies thanks to a bilateral security partnership signed in May. If the UK were to join Safe, this could rise as high as 50% and UK businesses could lead on contracts"
on.ft.com/4p41LeK
on.ft.com/4p41LeK
UK talks to join EU defence fund break down
Discussions fail after Britain refuses to pay billions of euros in fees
on.ft.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:22 PM
"Under current rules, EU countries can still spend up to 35 per cent of the rearmament fund with UK defence companies thanks to a bilateral security partnership signed in May. If the UK were to join Safe, this could rise as high as 50% and UK businesses could lead on contracts"
on.ft.com/4p41LeK
on.ft.com/4p41LeK
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The NIHRC Annual Human Rights Statement 2025 Launch is taking place on Monday 8 December from 12.30pm - 2pm, as part of #NIHRF.
The keynote address will be delivered by Lord Anderson of Ipswich KBE KC.
Find out more and register to watch the livestream here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/annual-hum...
The keynote address will be delivered by Lord Anderson of Ipswich KBE KC.
Find out more and register to watch the livestream here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/annual-hum...
November 28, 2025 at 2:12 PM
The NIHRC Annual Human Rights Statement 2025 Launch is taking place on Monday 8 December from 12.30pm - 2pm, as part of #NIHRF.
The keynote address will be delivered by Lord Anderson of Ipswich KBE KC.
Find out more and register to watch the livestream here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/annual-hum...
The keynote address will be delivered by Lord Anderson of Ipswich KBE KC.
Find out more and register to watch the livestream here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/annual-hum...
Net migration to UK plummets by 2/3rds
Net outflow of EU&UK citizens in the year- majority of the UK citizens leaving under 35yo.
High earners & entrepreneurs eligible for UK settlement in as little as three years, while others will be forced to wait up to three decades
on.ft.com/4p1MuLr via @FT
Net outflow of EU&UK citizens in the year- majority of the UK citizens leaving under 35yo.
High earners & entrepreneurs eligible for UK settlement in as little as three years, while others will be forced to wait up to three decades
on.ft.com/4p1MuLr via @FT
Net migration to UK plummets by two-thirds to 204,000
Immigration falls sharply in the year to June alongside slight rise in people leaving
on.ft.com
November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Net migration to UK plummets by 2/3rds
Net outflow of EU&UK citizens in the year- majority of the UK citizens leaving under 35yo.
High earners & entrepreneurs eligible for UK settlement in as little as three years, while others will be forced to wait up to three decades
on.ft.com/4p1MuLr via @FT
Net outflow of EU&UK citizens in the year- majority of the UK citizens leaving under 35yo.
High earners & entrepreneurs eligible for UK settlement in as little as three years, while others will be forced to wait up to three decades
on.ft.com/4p1MuLr via @FT
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This (from: www.ft.com/content/75ce...) is something you can *feel* if you are in the UK, especially if you've experienced living abroad. But infuriatingly successive governments and our entire media are somehow absolutely committed to suggesting anyone who wants to change this is the devil...
November 21, 2025 at 7:38 AM
This (from: www.ft.com/content/75ce...) is something you can *feel* if you are in the UK, especially if you've experienced living abroad. But infuriatingly successive governments and our entire media are somehow absolutely committed to suggesting anyone who wants to change this is the devil...
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Guy Baldwin, "Positive Obligations to Protect the Population under Human Rights Law" (Ahead of Print, Judicial Review)
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Positive Obligations to Protect the Population under Human Rights Law
Published in Judicial Review (Ahead of Print, 2025)
www.tandfonline.com
November 21, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Guy Baldwin, "Positive Obligations to Protect the Population under Human Rights Law" (Ahead of Print, Judicial Review)
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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I just re-read this gem by Lord Hannan. It has been a few years since I looked at it.
Incredible Stuff.
The myopia is one thing.
But the way literally every global development has been misjudged.
Amazing. www.reaction.life/p/britain-lo...
Incredible Stuff.
The myopia is one thing.
But the way literally every global development has been misjudged.
Amazing. www.reaction.life/p/britain-lo...
What Britain looks like after Brexit
You’re reading Reaction.
www.reaction.life
November 19, 2025 at 6:32 PM
I just re-read this gem by Lord Hannan. It has been a few years since I looked at it.
Incredible Stuff.
The myopia is one thing.
But the way literally every global development has been misjudged.
Amazing. www.reaction.life/p/britain-lo...
Incredible Stuff.
The myopia is one thing.
But the way literally every global development has been misjudged.
Amazing. www.reaction.life/p/britain-lo...
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This report refers to "New analysis by the House of Commons library", but there's no link to it and I can't seem to find it on the HOCL website: can anyone help?
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
Brexit costing UK up to £90bn in lost tax revenue , new analysis shows
Exclusive: Britons also up to £3,700 worse off, leading to calls for the Labour government to improve relations with the EU
www.independent.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 10:43 AM
This report refers to "New analysis by the House of Commons library", but there's no link to it and I can't seem to find it on the HOCL website: can anyone help?
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/poli...
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I wish I didn’t have to share this. But the BBC has decided to censor my first Reith Lecture.
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
November 25, 2025 at 9:26 AM
I wish I didn’t have to share this. But the BBC has decided to censor my first Reith Lecture.
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
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My commentary on some of the legal aspects of the government’s latest immigration proposals, including the potential for court challenges
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/lega...
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/lega...
What are the legal implications of Labour’s new immigration reforms? | Institute for Government
Some of the government’s proposals are thin on details, others are likely to be tested in the courts.
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk
November 21, 2025 at 12:19 PM
My commentary on some of the legal aspects of the government’s latest immigration proposals, including the potential for court challenges
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/lega...
www.instituteforgovernment.org.uk/comment/lega...
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Gaza, Ukraine… and countless less covered crises and conflicts. The international system is not working. Meanwhile existential challenges on the horizon- AI and climate change.
Leadership lacking
Potential is there
Work to be done.
Leadership lacking
Potential is there
Work to be done.
💔Ternopil. A father gently rocking the coffin carrying his child.
Today, his wife and two children were all laid to rest.
They were among the 33 victims killed in the massive russian attack Nov.18th.
The father is the only survivor from their home.
Never forgive.
Never forget. 🕯️
Today, his wife and two children were all laid to rest.
They were among the 33 victims killed in the massive russian attack Nov.18th.
The father is the only survivor from their home.
Never forgive.
Never forget. 🕯️
November 23, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Gaza, Ukraine… and countless less covered crises and conflicts. The international system is not working. Meanwhile existential challenges on the horizon- AI and climate change.
Leadership lacking
Potential is there
Work to be done.
Leadership lacking
Potential is there
Work to be done.
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"German Chancellor Merz told DW that Europe was facing a 'deep threat' to its security architecture as negotiations continue in Geneva over a controversial US plan.
Merz said Ukraine's sovereignty must not be sacrificed as part of any arrangement."
www.dw.com/en/dw-exclus...
Merz said Ukraine's sovereignty must not be sacrificed as part of any arrangement."
www.dw.com/en/dw-exclus...
Merz warns Ukraine's sovereignty is non-negotiable – DW – 11/23/2025
The German chancellor told DW that Europe cannot support elements of a contentious US plan on Ukraine. He also warned that a Thursday deadline set by Donald Trump is not realistic.
www.dw.com
November 24, 2025 at 6:17 AM
"German Chancellor Merz told DW that Europe was facing a 'deep threat' to its security architecture as negotiations continue in Geneva over a controversial US plan.
Merz said Ukraine's sovereignty must not be sacrificed as part of any arrangement."
www.dw.com/en/dw-exclus...
Merz said Ukraine's sovereignty must not be sacrificed as part of any arrangement."
www.dw.com/en/dw-exclus...
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The Trump cycle on Russia-Ukraine. Some pro-Russian plan emerges. Instant commentariat renew their "Trump as Russian plant" stories. Plan is amended under EU (and US) pressure. Putin rejects it. Instant commentariat is puzzled. Rinse and repeat. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/24/u...
How Rubio Tried to Bring a Pro-Russia Peace Plan to Middle Ground
www.nytimes.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:29 AM
The Trump cycle on Russia-Ukraine. Some pro-Russian plan emerges. Instant commentariat renew their "Trump as Russian plant" stories. Plan is amended under EU (and US) pressure. Putin rejects it. Instant commentariat is puzzled. Rinse and repeat. www.nytimes.com/2025/11/24/u...