The UK media published two letters, the exchange of opinions over Brexit strategy of the resigned top negotiator David Davis and the response of Prime Minister Theresa May. The text of the letter David Davis sent the Prime Minister, tendering his resignation as Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union below: Dear Prime Minister,…
Tag: Customs Union
Hammond: clarity on customs is top priority
“Britain is leaving the political institutions of the EU; but it is not leaving Europe, and British prosperity is, and always will be, closely bound to European prosperity,” – said Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond, addressing the European Business Summit in Brussels (24/05/2018) – “So Europe’s success – and the success of the Euro as…
Johnson defines Customs partnership as”crazy”
Britain’s proposal for a customs partnership with the European Union after Brexit is “crazy“, foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said, deepening divisions in the government of Prime Minister Theresa May. He criticised Prime Minister Theresa May’s compromise policy as a “crazy system” that would leave the UK “locked in the tractor beam of Brussels”, in an interview…
May rejects ambivalence over leaving Customs Union
British Prime Minister Theresa May said on her government was firm on its proposals to facilitate trade with the European Union after Brexit, rejecting suggestions that plans to quit the Customs Union were again dividing her party. Downing Street sources last night insisted that leaving the Customs Union is a Government 'red line' which will not…
May perceives Brexit as ‘new beginning’
British Prime Minister Theresa May explained her concept of Brexit a unique engagement, different from any free trade agreement in the world, explaining the European Union leadership it is in “shared interest”. She also underlined that the existing models are not suitable: both Norway and Canada agreements with the EU have implications that can not…
Trade secretary against remaining in Customs Union
The UK trade secretary Liam Fox intends to warn about implications of the remaining in a customs union with the European Union after Brexit, he claims that it will impact the economy in a negative way calling the prospect “a sellout of Britain’s national interests.” Brexit: Liam Fox to warn of customs union 'sell out' https://t.co/Wq5PO3kk9f…
Bishop: Customs Union not compatible with free trade deal
Britain and Australia would not be able to negotiate a bilateral trade deal if Britain decides to stay in the European Union’s customs union after Brexit, Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said on Monday (19/02/2018). https://twitter.com/suzemetherell/status/965628108639531010
Rudd aims at Brexit “bespoke agreement”
“We want to have a bespoke agreement. Now we’re not going to surrender before we have that battle,” Home secretary Amber Rudd said to the BBC when asked whether ministers were pursuing what the EU has already ruled out as “having its cake and eating it” – demanding tariff-free access to the EU’s market…
May to inform Parliament on Brexit plans
UK Prime Minister Theresa May will put forward her plan for a Brexit transition period with unchanged access to EU markets when she briefs MPs on Monday about her latest negotiating results with Brussels. Positive conversation with @eucopresident, stressed the importance of building on the progress we have made together to start the next phases…
Tusk for “clarity” in transition period
“This morning, I received the confirmation from our negotiators that sufficient progress has been made. This allows me to present the draft guidelines for the December European Council, which I have just sent to the leaders. My proposals are the following” – said EU Council president Donald Tusk. I’ve sent #Brexit guidelines for 2nd phase…
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