thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--Brexit LIVE: Now or never! Last-ditch talks TODAY as EU vows to ignore Boris deadline

But pressure is mounting after the EU ’ s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier said the two sides are yet to make a significant breakthrough throwing doubt over whether Mr Johnson 's looming deadline will be met .
The Prime Minister will speak to the president of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen this afternoon as his deadline for progress in post-Brexit trade talks draws near .
But Express.co.uk understands Mr Barnier and the UK ’ s chief Brexit negotiator David First will actually announce a “ deal in principle or a pathway to a deal ” instead on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a legal text is drafted .
November 3 could be the final day when the legal text is ready for ratification .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson will decide whether to proceed with negotiations on a post-Brexit trade deal after the upcoming European Union summit , and his decision can not be prejudged , his spokesman has said .
He said : `` Boris Johnson will need to take a decision on next steps following the European Council in the light of his conversation with President von der Leyen , and on advice from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not prejudge that decision .
There are still differences , with fisheries being the starkest .
We need to get substance settled and not having a common text to work from has made progress doubly difficult . ''
12.49pm update : EU says 'much distance still needs to be covered ' An EU official said negotiations on the bloc 's future relationship with Britain have made some progress but there is still a long way to go for a deal .
They said : `` We have seen some progress on different files @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of distance to be covered ... on fisheries , level playing field and governance . ''
The official said they did not expect another summit on Brexit to take place in November .
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ( OECD ) said the UK economy is at a `` critical juncture '' as it faces the twin threat of a no-deal Brexit alongside new coronavirus restrictions .
Laurence Boone , chief economist at the OECD , said : `` The combination of Covid-19 and the exit from the EU Single Market @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Actions taken to address the pandemic and decisions made on future trading relationships will have a lasting impact on the UK 's economic trajectory for years to come . ''
10.56am update : Merkel says Germany is preparing for no deal Brexit German Chancellor Angela Merkel said the EU was united in efforts to secure a trade deal with the UK in the short amount of time .
But she warned the bloc was preparing for the eventuality of a no deal Brexit .
10.40am update : Brexit deadline SCRAPPED as PM @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will not walk away from the Brexit negotiations tomorrow and will sanction further wrangling over a free-trade agreement with the European Union .
The Prime Minister will not decide before Friday whether an agreement with the bloc is possible after being advised on the latest progress by Brexit envoy Lord Frost .
A person familiar with ongoing Brexit talks said `` time is running out '' to agree a deal but it 's not impossible 10am update : EU warns deal wo n't come at any price EU summit chairman Charles Michel said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` It is in the interests of both sides to have an agreement in place before the end of the transition period .
`` This can not , however , happen at any price .
The coming days are decisive .
Key issues include , in particular , the level playing field , fisheries and governance . ''
9.29am update : Should Boris quit talks TODAY as EU ignores UK 's negotiation deadline ?
VOTE HERE Brexit talks are no closer to a breakthrough after the EU vowed to ignore Boris Johnson ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Prime Minister should quit talks today ?
Boris Johnson ’ s official spokesman has warned `` time is in short supply '' to reach a post-Brexit trade deal as the Prime Minister ’ s deadline to clinch an agreement by tomorrow looms .
But the EU ’ s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier appeared to snub Mr Johnson ’ s October 15 deadline when he vowed to work on a trade deal over the `` coming days and weeks ” .
Express.co.uk is asking our reader whether Mr Johnson should quit talks today @ @ @ @ @ @ @ uncertainty abounds over whether Britain and the European Union will have reached a Brexit deal in time for their self-imposed deadline on Thursday at the EU Summit .
Sterling overnight implied volatility gauges soared to a seven-month high of above 13 percent indicating investors were prepared for unexpected moves in the British currency in the next hours .
The FTSE 100 rose on Wednesday as uncertainty over a Brexit trade deal capped gains .
The blue-chip FTSE 100 climbed 0.2 percent led by shares of Bunzl Plc , which jumped 5.3 percent after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ higher operating profit margin and stronger revenue growth in the second half of the year .
Education group Pearson Plc rose 2.7 percent after saying it was on course to match market expectations , as demand for online learning helped soften the impact from cancelled tests and closed schools due to COVID-19 .
CEO Nick Beighton told Reuters after ASOS reported annual result said the British online retailer was assuming a no deal outcome in Britain 's future trading relationship with the EU .
He said : `` If there is a Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suck up a substantial amount of operating cost '' .
ITV 's political correspondent Robert Peston said : `` Correct me if I am wrong but I understood the PM was adamant that talks with EU on a free trade agreement either had to be agreed or abandoned by now .
But they are apparently making little progress , on fishing and state aid .
`` Yet the deadline of the EU Council will pass this week and the talks will continue next week .
Goodness only knows how this will be glossed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vonderleyen and @ BorisJohnson .
No sign of Godot '' 7.40am update : Prepare for no deal Brexit !
EU panics as Boris holds firm on fishing - LEAKED STATEMENT The European Union will ramp up its preparations for a no-deal Brexit after insufficient progress was made in the trade talks ahead of a crunch summit of the bloc 's leaders .
In leaked European Council conclusions , capitals will say there is a “ concern that progress on the key issues of interest to the Union is still not sufficient for an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a draft version of an EU leadership statement , they say : “ The European Council reaffirmed the Union ’ s determination to have as close as possible a partnership with the United Kingdom on the basis of the negotiating directives of February 29 , 2020 .
“ Against this background , the European Council invited the Union ’ s chief negotiator to intensify negotiations with the aim of ensuring that an agreement can be applied from January 1 , 2021.
” The Commissioner for the EU 's single market , Thierry Breton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have a Brexit deal , but it is ready in case no agreement can be reached .
Mr Breton told BFM business radio : `` We prefer a deal but not at any price and if there is no deal , we are ready .
`` Our customs are ready for a no-deal and it is urgent that British customs also prepare for it . ''

Brexit: France 'to veto deal if agreement not made' says expert
Boris Johnson tonight expressed his "disappointment" that talks with the EU on a post-Brexit trade deal have not made more progress. In a call with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and European Council president Charles Michel, the Prime Minister said he will reflect on the outcome of this week's EU's summit before setting out the UK's next steps.
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Mr Johnson has previously suggested he would walk away from the negotiating table if there was no agreement on a trade deal by the time of the two-day summit meeting in Brussels starting on Thursday. Following the call, Downing Street said: "The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal, but expressed his disappointment that more progress had not been made over the past two weeks. "The Prime Minister said that he looked forward to hearing the outcome of the European Council and would reflect before setting out the UK's next steps in the light of his statement of September 7." Pressure is already mounting after the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier said the two sides are yet to make a significant breakthrough's throwing doubt over whether Mr Johnson's looming deadline will be met.
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But Express.co.uk understands Mr Barnier and the UK’s chief Brexit negotiator David First will actually announce a “deal in principle or a pathway to a deal” instead on Thursday and will continue with talks until a legal text is drafted. November 3rd could be the final day when the legal text is ready for ratification. FOLLOW EXPRESS.CO.UK BELOW FOR LIVE UPDATES
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Boris Johnson wanted a deal agreed by October 15
The UK's Brexit negotiator David Frost is working towards signing off a deal
11pm update: Analysis exposes Brexit disaster for Ireland A bombshell report has revealed Ireland would suffer the biggest trade and economic blow of all EU member states in the event of a no-deal Brexit outcome between the UK and European Union. The analysis from the European Central Bank has warned Ireland - which counts the UK as its largest trading partner - will be the hardest hit in the event of a no deal outcome.
The report from the International Relations Committee Brexit Task Force entitled 'A review of economic analyses on the potential impact of Brexit' summarises the economic analyses of the potential impact of Brexit on the UK, EU and euro area as a whole. 9:45pm update: Ursula von der Leyen says EU 'working on deal' EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said they were continuing to work on a deal with the UK, but that the "conditions must be right" if there was to be an agreement. "The EU is working on a deal, but not at any price. Still a lot of work ahead of us," she tweeted. 8:30pm update: Boris Johnson expresses concern over Brexit deal Boris Johnson has expressed his "disappointment" that talks with the EU on a post-Brexit trade deal have not made more progress, Downing Street has said. In a call with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and European Council president Charles Michel, the Prime Minister said he will reflect on the outcome of this week's EU's summit before setting out the UK's next steps. 7pm update: No EU summit in November An extraordinary European Union summit on Brexit is not expected in November ahead of the end-year deadline for an agreement on the future relationship between the bloc and Britain, an EU official said this evening. The official said: "We're at a fairly critical point because we're coming up to a deadline if this is to come into force on the first of January. "At this stage, though, it wouldn't be justified. We don't expect a special summit."
5:45pm update: Flights to EU could be grounded if no Brexit trade deal is struck Flights between the UK and the EU could be grounded when the Brexit transition period ends, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has admitted. The Cabinet minister said it is "critical" that air links are not severed, stressing the "mutual importance of aviation and travel". Both sides agreed prior to the first scheduled Brexit date of March 29 last year that flights would continue for 12 months even if no trade deal was reached. But Mr Shapps revealed that the UK is still waiting to hear if the EU will consider a similar scheme for the end of the transition period on December 31. 4:30pm update: Northern Ireland FM urges for a Brexit deal to be struck Northern Ireland's First Minister has said a deal between the UK and EU would be in "everyone's best interests". Arlene Foster said the EU Future Relations team in the NI Executive Office is co-ordinating readiness planning across all departments, including an option for a non-negotiated outcome. She said the group was initially meeting on a monthly basis but is now meeting on a fortnightly basis. "This work builds on preparations made in the lead up to a potential no-deal exit in 2019," she said. "And while we are preparing for a non-negotiated outcome, it is important to remember that the protocol will still apply in that scenario." The Northern Ireland Protocol, part of the Brexit divorce deal, will see the region continue to enforce the EU's customs rules and follow its rules on product standards. 3:15pm update: Brexit deal due after EU summit Boris Johnson will take a decision on "next steps" regarding a Brexit deal following this week's European Council summit, Downing Street has said. The Prime Minister's official spokesman told a Westminster briefing: "Some progress has been made this week, primarily in technical areas of the negotiations, but there are still differences with fisheries being the starkest. "We need to get the substance settled and not having a common text to work from has made progress doubly difficult. "The Prime Minister's September 7 statement was very clear about the significance of October 15. "He will need to take a decision on next steps following the European Council in the light of his conversation with President von der Leyen, and on advice from his negotiating team. "I cannot prejudge what that decision will be."
Lord Frost is then due to tell Mr Johnson if he thinks it is worth continuing the tortuous negotiations
2.30pm update: Germany hit out against UK A German government source said everybody knows that if there is no deal, the European fishery quota in British waters will be zero. 1.52pm update: Boris to make Brexit decision after EU Summit Prime Minister Boris Johnson will decide whether to proceed with negotiations on a post-Brexit trade deal after the upcoming European Union summit, and his decision cannot be prejudged, his spokesman has said. He said: "Boris Johnson will need to take a decision on next steps following the European Council in the light of his conversation with President von der Leyen, and on advice from his negotiating team. "We cannot prejudge that decision. There are still differences, with fisheries being the starkest. We need to get substance settled and not having a common text to work from has made progress doubly difficult." 12.49pm update: EU says 'much distance still needs to be covered' An EU official said negotiations on the bloc's future relationship with Britain have made some progress but there is still a long way to go for a deal. They said: "We have seen some progress on different files, but still there is a lot of distance to be covered ... on fisheries, level playing field and governance." The official said they did not expect another summit on Brexit to take place in November.
Boris had initially set a October 15 deadline
11.53am udpdate: UK economy is at 'critical juncture' The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) said the UK economy is at a "critical juncture" as it faces the twin threat of a no-deal Brexit alongside new coronavirus restrictions. Laurence Boone, chief economist at the OECD, said: "The combination of Covid-19 and the exit from the EU Single Market makes the UK outlook exceptionally uncertain. "Actions taken to address the pandemic and decisions made on future trading relationships will have a lasting impact on the UK's economic trajectory for years to come." 10.56am update: Merkel says Germany is preparing for no deal Brexit German Chancellor Angela Merkel said the EU was united in efforts to secure a trade deal with the UK in the short amount of time. But she warned the bloc was preparing for the eventuality of a no deal Brexit. 10.40am update: Brexit deadline SCRAPPED as PM caves on own red line Boris Johnson will not walk away from the Brexit negotiations tomorrow and will sanction further wrangling over a free-trade agreement with the European Union. The Prime Minister will not decide before Friday whether an agreement with the bloc is possible after being advised on the latest progress by Brexit envoy Lord Frost.
The UK voted to unshackle itself from the EU in 2016
10.27am update: 'Time is running out' A person familiar with ongoing Brexit talks said "time is running out" to agree a deal but it's not impossible 10am update: EU warns deal won't come at any price EU summit chairman Charles Michel said in a invitation letter to leaders: "It is in the interests of both sides to have an agreement in place before the end of the transition period. "This cannot, however, happen at any price. The coming days are decisive. Key issues include, in particular, the level playing field, fisheries and governance." 9.29am update: Should Boris quit talks TODAY as EU ignores UK's negotiation deadline? VOTE HERE Brexit talks are no closer to a breakthrough after the EU vowed to ignore Boris Johnson’s deadline. Do you think the Prime Minister should quit talks today? Boris Johnson’s official spokesman has warned "time is in short supply" to reach a post-Brexit trade deal as the Prime Minister’s deadline to clinch an agreement by tomorrow looms. But the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier appeared to snub Mr Johnson’s October 15 deadline when he vowed to work on a trade deal over the "coming days and weeks”. Express.co.uk is asking our reader whether Mr Johnson should quit talks today?
Michel Barnier has said discussions will take place over the next coming weeks
9.12am update: Sterling weakens Sterling was on the defensive as uncertainty abounds over whether Britain and the European Union will have reached a Brexit deal in time for their self-imposed deadline on Thursday at the EU Summit. Sterling overnight implied volatility gauges soared to a seven-month high of above 13 percent indicating investors were prepared for unexpected moves in the British currency in the next hours. 8.40am update: FTSE 100 rises The FTSE 100 rose on Wednesday as uncertainty over a Brexit trade deal capped gains. The blue-chip FTSE 100 climbed 0.2 percent led by shares of Bunzl Plc, which jumped 5.3 percent after the company said it expected a slightly higher operating profit margin and stronger revenue growth in the second half of the year. The mid-cap FTSE 250 also rose 0.2 percent. Education group Pearson Plc rose 2.7 percent after saying it was on course to match market expectations, as demand for online learning helped soften the impact from cancelled tests and closed schools due to COVID-19. 8.37am update: ASOS boss prepares for no deal Brexit CEO Nick Beighton told Reuters after ASOS reported annual result said the British online retailer was assuming a no deal outcome in Britain's future trading relationship with the EU. He said: "If there is a Brexit deal with tariffs we would have to suck up a substantial amount of operating cost".
Michel Barnier has said talks will progress over the next few weeks


thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--Prepare for no deal Brexit! EU panics as Boris holds firm on fishing - LEAKED STATEMENT

In leaked European Council conclusions , capitals will say there is a “ concern that progress on the key issues of interest to the Union is still not sufficient for an agreement to be reached ” .
It comes after days of last-ditch wrangling over a post-Brexit trade deal by Lord Frost and Michel Barnier ahead of the crunch summit on Thursday .
The gathering has been touted by Boris Johnson as the final possible moment to establish whether a deal is doable or not .
Rows over future access to Britain ’ s fishing grounds and a regulatory level @ @ @ @ @ @ @ key sticking points .
In a draft version of an EU leadership statement , they say : “ The European Council reaffirmed the Union ’ s determination to have as close as possible a partnership with the United Kingdom on the basis of the negotiating directives of February 29 , 2020 .
“ Against this background , the European Council invited the Union ’ s chief negotiator to intensify negotiations with the aim of ensuring that an agreement can be applied from January 1 , 2021.
” The memo adds : “ The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Union institutions and all stakeholders to step up their work on preparedness and readiness at all levels and for all outcomes , including that of no agreement.
” Mr Johnson will discuss the week ’ s negotiations in a “ follow-up ” video conference with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen later today .
The Prime Minister yesterday told his Cabinet Britons show have “ no fear ” of a future without a Brexit trade deal .
But he said a deal is still possible as the negotiations reach a crucial stage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ content to walk away and adopt an arrangement similar to Australia 's no-deal relationship with the EU if the bloc sticks to its hardline demands for unchanged fishing quotas and continued regulatory meddling .
Reporting on the Cabinet meeting , the Prime Minister 's spokesman said : `` The PM said Lord Frost is currently in Brussels seeking to find a way through , and he believed there is still a deal to be done .
`` The PM reiterated that , while we want a deal on the right terms , if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ready and willing to move forward with an Australian-style outcome , which holds no fear . ''
And British negotiators have blamed Mr Barnier ’ s for the recent lack of progress in the talks .
A UK Government source said : `` The EU has been using the old playbook in which they thought running down the clock would work against the UK .
`` They have assumed the UK would be more willing to compromise the longer the process ran , but in fact all these tactics have achieved is to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with lots of wasted work .
`` This is all the more frustrating because it is clear that we have come a long way since the beginning of the year .
We have approached the negotiations constructively and reasonably but time is now extraordinarily short .
We need the EU to urgently up the pace and inject some creativity . ''
European industry leaders were also pushing for the bloc to accelerate its efforts to ensure businesses have time to prepare for January 1 , when the UK leaves the single market and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a European employers ' association , said : `` Manufacturing heavyweights call on all parties involved to break the current impasse , avoid a no-deal exit , and ensure our industrial sector has the necessary time to adapt . ''

Brexit: No deal scenario ‘is the worst case’ says Michael Roth
In leaked European Council conclusions, capitals will say there is a “concern that progress on the key issues of interest to the Union is still not sufficient for an agreement to be reached”. It comes after days of last-ditch wrangling over a post-Brexit trade deal by Lord Frost and Michel Barnier ahead of the crunch summit on Thursday. The gathering has been touted by Boris Johnson as the final possible moment to establish whether a deal is doable or not.
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Rows over future access to Britain’s fishing grounds and a regulatory level playing field for state subsidies policy remain key sticking points. In a draft version of an EU leadership statement, they say: “The European Council reaffirmed the Union’s determination to have as close as possible a partnership with the United Kingdom on the basis of the negotiating directives of February 29, 2020. “Against this background, the European Council invited the Union’s chief negotiator to intensify negotiations with the aim of ensuring that an agreement can be applied from January 1, 2021.”
EU leaders will ramp up no deal preparations after Brexit summit in Brussels
The memo adds: “The European Council calls on member states, Union institutions and all stakeholders to step up their work on preparedness and readiness at all levels and for all outcomes, including that of no agreement.” Mr Johnson will discuss the week’s negotiations in a “follow-up” video conference with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen later today. The Prime Minister yesterday told his Cabinet Britons show have “no fear” of a future without a Brexit trade deal.
But he said a deal is still possible as the negotiations reach a crucial stage. Mr Johnson signalled he would be content to walk away and adopt an arrangement similar to Australia's no-deal relationship with the EU if the bloc sticks to its hardline demands for unchanged fishing quotas and continued regulatory meddling. Reporting on the Cabinet meeting, the Prime Minister's spokesman said: "The PM said Lord Frost is currently in Brussels seeking to find a way through, and he believed there is still a deal to be done.
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"The PM reiterated that, while we want a deal on the right terms, if we can't get there we are ready and willing to move forward with an Australian-style outcome, which holds no fear." And British negotiators have blamed Mr Barnier’s for the recent lack of progress in the talks. A UK Government source said: "The EU has been using the old playbook in which they thought running down the clock would work against the UK.


thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--French fishermen rage at stubborn Macron as they beg for compromise in Brexit fishing row

As the EU prepares to discuss British proposals on post-Brexit fishing rights , France 's Europe minister has told the BBC that the UK 's approach to the withdrawal agreement in the last few weeks was extremely worrying .
Fishing has become a key sticking point in negotiations with French President Emmanuel Macron warning he wo n't discuss fishing in isolation from the rest of the deal .
BBC Paris Correspondent , Lucy Williamson , went to Boulogne-sur-Mer at the heart of France 's fishing industry to ask what compromise would mean .
`` If we ca n't enter British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of our profession .
`` We might decide to flex some muscles .
We got into trouble before for blocking the port of Calais , but it 's something we will discuss . ''
Britain reportedly wants to change the way its fish stocks are allocated and taper off EU catches over several years .
READ MORE : Brexit Britain will NOT ‘ surrender ’ to EU fishing demands , MP warns France has refused any compromise , claiming that no deal is better than a bad deal .
However , many fishermen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rather than lose access completely .
Stephane Pinto , the deputy head of Fishing Committee , told the BBC : `` It will be a lot more acceptable to have 80 percent of the catch in British waters rather than nothing at all .
`` 60 percent of the catch ?
That 's not viable . ''

Brexit: French fisherman says he’s ‘devastated’ over rules
As the EU prepares to discuss British proposals on post-Brexit fishing rights, France's Europe minister has told the BBC that the UK's approach to the withdrawal agreement in the last few weeks was extremely worrying. Fishing has become a key sticking point in negotiations with French President Emmanuel Macron warning he won't discuss fishing in isolation from the rest of the deal. BBC Paris Correspondent, Lucy Williamson, went to Boulogne-sur-Mer at the heart of France's fishing industry to ask what compromise would mean.
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Laurent Merlin, a fisherman, told her: "We're devastated. "If we can't enter British waters, it's practically the end of our profession. "We might decide to flex some muscles. We got into trouble before for blocking the port of Calais, but it's something we will discuss." Britain reportedly wants to change the way its fish stocks are allocated and taper off EU catches over several years. READ MORE: Brexit Britain will NOT ‘surrender’ to EU fishing demands, MP warns
French fishermen rage at Macron to compromise in Brexit fishing row
'If we can't enter British waters, it's practically the end of our profession.'
France has refused any compromise, claiming that no deal is better than a bad deal. However, many fishermen say they would compromise on their catch rather than lose access completely. Stephane Pinto, the deputy head of Fishing Committee, told the BBC: "It will be a lot more acceptable to have 80 percent of the catch in British waters rather than nothing at all. "60 percent of the catch? That's not viable."
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'There will be no agreement on the future relation if we don't have full confidence.'
Brexit: France 'to veto deal if agreement not made' says expert
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--No WONDER they're desperate for a deal! Analysis exposes Brexit disaster for Ireland

Negotiations on future trading are ongoing but ahead of the European Council summit in Brussels on Thursday - a deadline set by Boris Johnson to agree a deal by - no significant breakthrough has been made .
Significant differences remains between the two sides on several red lines , in particular fisheries , the EU 's level playing field and governance .
EU leaders meeting in the Belgian capital on Thursday will say progress in talks with Britain is `` still not sufficient '' to seal a new trade deal , according to a draft summit decision seen by Reuters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU member states will agree to step up plans for a no deal Brexit , without an agreement in place on trade tariffs and quotas .
The summit will also tell the EU 's chief negotiator Michel Barnier to intensify talks to get an agreement before the end of the transition period on December 31 .
But with nearly £1trillion of annual trade at stake , a new report from the European Central Bank has warned Ireland - which counts the UK as its largest trading partner - will be the hardest hit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outcome .
The report from the International Relations Committee Brexit Task Force entitled ' A review of economic analyses on the potential impact of Brexit ' summarises the economic analyses of the potential impact of Brexit on the UK , EU and euro area as a whole .
It states Ireland 's GDP would plummet 2.03 percent in the event of a no deal Brexit that would see the UK and EU continue to trade on World Trade Organisation ( WTO ) terms .
The UK follows with a drop in GDP of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by Malta ( -1.73 percent ) , Luxembourg ( -1.4 percent ) , Cyprus ( -0.5 percent ) , Belgium ( -0.46 percent ) and the Netherlands ( -0.44 percent ) .
Looking specifically at the macroeconomic implications , the reports warns `` Brexit has the potential to make a significant impact on the Irish economy '' .
The ECB report says : `` Given the reliance of the Irish economy on exports , assumptions on external demand are a key input into any forecast for the economy .
READ MORE : Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Friday after 'bust up' '' These external demand assumptions are in turn critically dependent on the forecasts for growth in Ireland ’ s three key trading partners : the United States , the United Kingdom and the euro area .
`` In the case of the United Kingdom , Brexit may reduce growth and hence UK demand for Irish exports .
It may also have an impact on euro area ( and US ) output . ''
`` As the United Kingdom is Ireland ’ s single largest trading partner , Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impact on the Irish economy .
Just under 13 percent of Irish goods exports and 16 percent of its services are sold into the UK market .
`` Around one-quarter of Irish goods imports come from the United Kingdom .
For specific sectors , such as the employment-intensive agriculture and food sector , the dependence on the UK market is even larger than suggested by these aggregate figures ( Donnellan and Hanrahan , 2016 ) .
DO N'T MISS Royal Navy urged to intervene in scallop wars with France [ INTERVIEW ] Peston @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's Brexit red line [ COMMENT ] EU plot exposed : Brussels revenge plan to block key trade with UK [ ANALYSIS ] '' Around 40 percent of Irish agri-food exports are destined for the UK market ( Department of Agriculture , 2018 ) .
`` Lawless and Morgenroth ( 2016 ) show that , because some of the highest WTO tariffs apply to agricultural products , a hard Brexit could have severe negative consequences for this sector of the Irish economy . ''
On Tuesday , Ireland 's foreign Affairs Minister Simon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trade deal being agreed between the UK and EU over the coming days , but warned time is running out .
He added the UK Government ’ s controversial plan to break international law through the Internal Market Bill would need to be abandoned if a deal is to receive the sufficient backing of EU leaders .

Brexit: Expert discusses Barnier's 'threat' of no deal
Negotiations on future trading are ongoing but ahead of the European Council summit in Brussels on Thursday - a deadline set by Boris Johnson to agree a deal by - no significant breakthrough has been made. Significant differences remains between the two sides on several red lines, in particular fisheries, the EU's level playing field and governance. EU leaders meeting in the Belgian capital on Thursday will say progress in talks with Britain is "still not sufficient" to seal a new trade deal, according to a draft summit decision seen by Reuters.
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The leaders of the remaining 27 EU member states will agree to step up plans for a no deal Brexit, without an agreement in place on trade tariffs and quotas. The summit will also tell the EU's chief negotiator Michel Barnier to intensify talks to get an agreement before the end of the transition period on December 31. But with nearly £1trillion of annual trade at stake, a new report from the European Central Bank has warned Ireland - which counts the UK as its largest trading partner - will be the hardest hit in the event of a no deal outcome. The report from the International Relations Committee Brexit Task Force entitled 'A review of economic analyses on the potential impact of Brexit' summarises the economic analyses of the potential impact of Brexit on the UK, EU and euro area as a whole.
Brexit news: A no deal outcome would have the biggest negative impact on Ireland
Brexit news: Trade talks are continuing between the UK and EUI
It states Ireland's GDP would plummet 2.03 percent in the event of a no deal Brexit that would see the UK and EU continue to trade on World Trade Organisation (WTO) terms. The UK follows with a drop in GDP of 1.73 percent under this scenario, followed by Malta (-1.73 percent), Luxembourg (-1.4 percent), Cyprus (-0.5 percent), Belgium (-0.46 percent) and the Netherlands (-0.44 percent). Looking specifically at the macroeconomic implications, the reports warns "Brexit has the potential to make a significant impact on the Irish economy". The ECB report says: "Given the reliance of the Irish economy on exports, assumptions on external demand are a key input into any forecast for the economy. READ MORE: Brexit LIVE: Boris ready to walk away on Friday after 'bust up'
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Brexit news: Michel Barnier is leading the EU's team of negotiators
"These external demand assumptions are in turn critically dependent on the forecasts for growth in Ireland’s three key trading partners: the United States, the United Kingdom and the euro area. "In the case of the United Kingdom, Brexit may reduce growth and hence UK demand for Irish exports. It may also have an impact on euro area (and US) output." "As the United Kingdom is Ireland’s single largest trading partner, Brexit has the potential to make a significant impact on the Irish economy. Just under 13 percent of Irish goods exports and 16 percent of its services are sold into the UK market. "Around one-quarter of Irish goods imports come from the United Kingdom. For specific sectors, such as the employment-intensive agriculture and food sector, the dependence on the UK market is even larger than suggested by these aggregate figures (Donnellan and Hanrahan, 2016). DON'T MISS
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"Around 40 percent of Irish agri-food exports are destined for the UK market (Department of Agriculture, 2018). "Lawless and Morgenroth (2016) show that, because some of the highest WTO tariffs apply to agricultural products, a hard Brexit could have severe negative consequences for this sector of the Irish economy." On Tuesday, Ireland's foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney played down the prospect of a trade deal being agreed between the UK and EU over the coming days, but warned time is running out. He added the UK Government’s controversial plan to break international law through the Internal Market Bill would need to be abandoned if a deal is to receive the sufficient backing of EU leaders.
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--Nicola Sturgeon to BAN English visitors to Scotland in just days as SNP draws up border

Nicola Sturgeon said during today ’ s coronavirus briefing that she backed Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford 's move to ban entry to Wales to people from areas of the UK .
Mr Drakeford told the Senedd he had asked for work on a travel ban to be brought forward after Prime Minister Boris Johnson failed to reply to two letters requesting he introduce the measure across the UK .
But Express.co.uk understands that officials in Edinburgh have said they were strongly considering plans for new restrictions on travel north of the border .
A Scottish Government source told this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ruled anything out and are considering a number of travel-related options with relevant advice.
” The official stressed any announcement “ would look to be made as early as next week ” .
Ms Sturgeon also revealed today that she would be writing to the Prime Minister to `` seek urgent talks '' on the issue of travel within the UK .
She tweeted her `` full support '' for his decision , adding the Scottish Government `` will also take whatever action we consider necessary to control COVID '' .
The measures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s in at least Tier 3 of Boris Johnson ’ s new three-tier lockdown being unable to travel to the UK nation .
The First Minister has already advised against non-essential travel to the parts of “ England which are classed as very high or high alert areas under England 's new three-tier system.
” She said : `` And I 'm asking people from these areas not to travel to Scotland either . ''
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Half of the 15 new deaths reported were under the age of 80 and a `` small number '' were under 60 .
Giving an update on the daily cases , Ms Sturgeon said they represent 16.4 percent of newly tested individuals , down from 17.2 percent on Tuesday .
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Nicola Sturgeon warns against travelling from England hotspots
Nicola Sturgeon said during today’s coronavirus briefing that she backed Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford's move to ban entry to Wales to people from areas of the UK. Mr Drakeford told the Senedd he had asked for work on a travel ban to be brought forward after Prime Minister Boris Johnson failed to reply to two letters requesting he introduce the measure across the UK.
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But Express.co.uk understands that officials in Edinburgh have said they were strongly considering plans for new restrictions on travel north of the border. A Scottish Government source told this website: “We haven’t ruled anything out and are considering a number of travel-related options with relevant advice.” The official stressed any announcement “would look to be made as early as next week”. Ms Sturgeon also revealed today that she would be writing to the Prime Minister to "seek urgent talks" on the issue of travel within the UK.
New travel restrictions could be in place soon
Nicola Sturgeon advised against travelling to COVID hotspots
She tweeted her "full support" for his decision, adding the Scottish Government "will also take whatever action we consider necessary to control COVID". The measures Express.co.uk understands could see people from area’s in at least Tier 3 of Boris Johnson’s new three-tier lockdown being unable to travel to the UK nation. The First Minister has already advised against non-essential travel to the parts of “England which are classed as very high or high alert areas under England's new three-tier system.” She said: "And I'm asking people from these areas not to travel to Scotland either." READ MORE: Nicola Sturgeon's plan for £11k a year handout for all Scots shot down
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Mark Drakeford had previously written to Boris Johnson
The current death toll of people in Scotland who first tested positive for the virus within the previous 28 days is now 2,572. Half of the 15 new deaths reported were under the age of 80 and a "small number" were under 60. Giving an update on the daily cases, Ms Sturgeon said they represent 16.4 percent of newly tested individuals, down from 17.2 percent on Tuesday. Of the 1,429 new cases, 537 are in Greater Glasgow and Clyde, 327 in Lanarkshire, 239 in Lothian, and 92 in Ayrshire and Arran. DON'T MISS:
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--Boris ordered to walk away from Brexit talks as EU ignores negotiation deadline - poll

Trade talks had been expected to come to an end tomorrow but neither side has been able to come to any agreement .
A Brexit no deal is looking more and more likely .
Last month , the Prime Minister gave the EU until October 15 to secure a post-Brexit trade deal with the UK .
If a pact was agreed , it would have allowed time for both parliaments to ratify an agreement before the end of the transition period in December .
But the EU ’ s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier appeared to snub Mr Johnson ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to work on a trade deal over the `` coming days and weeks ” .
An Express.co.uk poll - which ran from 9am to 9pm today - asked whether the Prime Minister should walk away from talks .
The poll received a staggering 13,052 votes with 98 percent ( 12,685 ) ordering the Prime Minister quit the negotiations .
Just two percent ( 327 ) said no while only 40 said they didn ’ t know .
One reader said : “ The EU are deliberately dragging out negotiations both to see if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they now know the UK does not want to leave without an FTA and also to see if a change in US Presidency with its possible implications for a UK-US trade deal will happen in early November.
” A second person said the EU will not take the UK “ seriously ” until we walk away .
They said : “ The EU will not take us seriously until we do what we say and walk away they might then wake up .
“ If you say it you have got to mean @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it.
” A third said Britain must not give “ in to their dominating and bullying antics ” .
They said : “ Boris might as well walk away today as at the end of the month and save a bit of time that can be used to prepare ourselves .
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Chances of UK-EU agreement ‘ near 100 % ’ [ COMMENT ] Boris Johnson ordered to stick to his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ INSIGHT ] “ The EU are not going to give us a deal that is worth the effort of going through the motions any longer .
“ We must not give in to their dominating and bullying antics as we have done in the past .
“ It will be difficult for us for a while with all that is going on but it will be better to have a clean break and let both sides simmer down and perhaps revisit talks next year when they have had a taste of no fishing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fourth reader added : “ For goodness sake , how much more of this .
“ The EU will only agree to a deal which benefits them .
Call it a day Mr Johnson .
No deal .
“ The EU did not care when our fishing and other industries lost out .
“ Show some backbone and stick to the deadline of 15th October .
“ They will respect you for it and so will the people of the UK who voted OUT and out completely .
”

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Trade talks had been expected to come to an end tomorrow but neither side has been able to come to any agreement. A Brexit no deal is looking more and more likely.
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Last month, the Prime Minister gave the EU until October 15 to secure a post-Brexit trade deal with the UK. If a pact was agreed, it would have allowed time for both parliaments to ratify an agreement before the end of the transition period in December. But the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier appeared to snub Mr Johnson’s October 15 deadline when he vowed to work on a trade deal over the "coming days and weeks”. An Express.co.uk poll - which ran from 9am to 9pm today - asked whether the Prime Minister should walk away from talks.
Boris urged to walk away from Brexit talks
Boris urged to walk away from Brexit talks
The poll received a staggering 13,052 votes with 98 percent (12,685) ordering the Prime Minister quit the negotiations. Just two percent (327) said no while only 40 said they didn’t know. One reader said: “The EU are deliberately dragging out negotiations both to see if the UK will start making concessions as they now know the UK does not want to leave without an FTA and also to see if a change in US Presidency with its possible implications for a UK-US trade deal will happen in early November.” A second person said the EU will not take the UK “seriously” until we walk away. READ MORE: Boris Johnson issued stern Brexit sell out warning
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UK Brexit negotiator David Frost
They said: “The EU will not take us seriously until we do what we say and walk away they might then wake up. “If you say it you have got to mean it and you have got to do it.” A third said Britain must not give “in to their dominating and bullying antics”. They said: “Boris might as well walk away today as at the end of the month and save a bit of time that can be used to prepare ourselves. DON'T MISS
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“The EU are not going to give us a deal that is worth the effort of going through the motions any longer. “We must not give in to their dominating and bullying antics as we have done in the past. “It will be difficult for us for a while with all that is going on but it will be better to have a clean break and let both sides simmer down and perhaps revisit talks next year when they have had a taste of no fishing and we are paying tariffs.” A fourth reader added: “For goodness sake, how much more of this.
EU Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier
“The EU will only agree to a deal which benefits them. Call it a day Mr Johnson. No deal. “The EU did not care when our fishing and other industries lost out. “Show some backbone and stick to the deadline of 15th October. “They will respect you for it and so will the people of the UK who voted OUT and out completely.”
The transition period is to end in December


thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--Nicola Sturgeon's plan for £11k a year handout for all Scots shot down - 'A costly mess!'

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has backed the Universal Basic Income ( UBI ) scheme , which would see every citizen provided with guaranteed payments no matter what their circumstances are .
SNP MPs this week led a Westminster Hall debate on the introduction of a UBI with Inverclyde MP Ronnie Cowan arguing it would improve the welfare system .
The party argues that it is a potential solution to poverty after imposing a decade of “ brutal austerity policies by Westminster.
” But Will Quince , Minister for Welfare Delivery warned the proposals could lead to severe tax increases for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Minister added : “ My priority remains ensuring the most vulnerable in our society receives the support and financial assistance that is available to them .
“ Thankfully , Universal Credit and the government 's £9.3 billion investment in the welfare safety net has been there to help catch those most affected .
“ It ’ s been vital for the three million people who have made a benefit claim since March .
“ Despite the success of Universal Credit , some still attempt to deride the [ Welfare ] system , instead @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UBI .
“ It may at first glance appear appealingly simple but in reality , it would be a costly mess that would leave the vulnerable in society far worse off , it would disincentivise work in key industries and would leave the country ’ s finances in ruin .
“ Looking to replace Universal Credit at potentially astronomic cost would provide little benefit to anyone .
READ MORE : Blackpool fires back after Nicola Sturgeon points finger over COVID “ The Government has no plans to adopt the policy , it is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or those who rely on the welfare safety net .
“ Rather than continuing to push the unrealistic and damaging idea of UBI , it ’ s supporters would do well to look at the safety net we already have in this country.
” SNP members have also criticised the UBI scheme , claiming it could “ penalise some low and average income workers while benefiting the already well-off ” .
In a report by the independent Progressive Policy Research Group , which considers how public policy can create a fairer Scotland , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ many of the principles of a UBI ” it would “ require a dramatic reform of the tax system that could in many instances be regressive.
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A Scottish Government study at a cost of £250,000 recommended that Scots are paid £11,000 a year as part of a £186 million experiment .
The study revealed that this could take place as part of a three-year pilot by the Scottish and UK Governments alongside local authorities .
The three-year pilot would understand the impact of a basic income on poverty , unemployment , health and financial wellbeing .
Under the proposal , around 2,500 people would be paid a ‘ high level ’ income of around £213 a week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cost of £62m .
A further 14,600 would be paid a ‘ low level ’ income based on existing welfare payments , costing a total of £124m .
Four councils including in Edinburgh , Glasgow , Fife and North Ayrshire worked on the research for two years with Government officials .
However , the Scottish Government does not have the powers to introduce a universal basic income on its own because the majority of welfare and tax responsibilities are still reserved to Westminster .

What is Universal Basic Income?
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has backed the Universal Basic Income (UBI) scheme, which would see every citizen provided with guaranteed payments no matter what their circumstances are. SNP MPs this week led a Westminster Hall debate on the introduction of a UBI with Inverclyde MP Ronnie Cowan arguing it would improve the welfare system.
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The party argues that it is a potential solution to poverty after imposing a decade of “brutal austerity policies by Westminster.” But Will Quince, Minister for Welfare Delivery warned the proposals could lead to severe tax increases for hard working-age people. The Tory Cabinet Minister added: “My priority remains ensuring the most vulnerable in our society receives the support and financial assistance that is available to them. “Thankfully, Universal Credit and the government's £9.3 billion investment in the welfare safety net has been there to help catch those most affected.
Most welfare powers lie with Westminster
Will Quince has dismissed the concept of UBI
“It’s been vital for the three million people who have made a benefit claim since March. “Despite the success of Universal Credit, some still attempt to deride the [Welfare] system, instead they demand a Universal Basic Income or UBI. “It may at first glance appear appealingly simple but in reality, it would be a costly mess that would leave the vulnerable in society far worse off, it would disincentivise work in key industries and would leave the country’s finances in ruin. “Looking to replace Universal Credit at potentially astronomic cost would provide little benefit to anyone. READ MORE: Blackpool fires back after Nicola Sturgeon points finger over COVID
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The concept would not be means tested
“The Government has no plans to adopt the policy, it is not in the interests of the taxpayer or those who rely on the welfare safety net. “Rather than continuing to push the unrealistic and damaging idea of UBI, it’s supporters would do well to look at the safety net we already have in this country.” SNP members have also criticised the UBI scheme, claiming it could “penalise some low and average income workers while benefiting the already well-off”. In a report by the independent Progressive Policy Research Group, which considers how public policy can create a fairer Scotland, the members stressed that while they support “many of the principles of a UBI” it would “require a dramatic reform of the tax system that could in many instances be regressive.” DON'T MISS:
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Working age Scots could soon be given £11,000 a year.
Dan Paris, former SNP communications officer and group member, added: “The scale of changes required to implement UBI are enormous and potentially regressive." A Scottish Government study at a cost of £250,000 recommended that Scots are paid £11,000 a year as part of a £186 million experiment. The study revealed that this could take place as part of a three-year pilot by the Scottish and UK Governments alongside local authorities. The three-year pilot would understand the impact of a basic income on poverty, unemployment, health and financial wellbeing.
Will Quince defended the Universal Credit system
Under the proposal, around 2,500 people would be paid a ‘high level’ income of around £213 a week for a working-age adult, at a cost of £62m. A further 14,600 would be paid a ‘low level’ income based on existing welfare payments, costing a total of £124m. Four councils including in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Fife and North Ayrshire worked on the research for two years with Government officials. However, the Scottish Government does not have the powers to introduce a universal basic income on its own because the majority of welfare and tax responsibilities are still reserved to Westminster.
A feasibility study into the concept in Scotland was undertaken in 2018


thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--Labour's plans for second lockdown would 'make the poor poorer', says WHO

The World Health Organisation warned leaders against COVID-19 lockdowns as they could cause significant harm to the economy .
WHO envoy Dr David Nabarro told the Spectator : `` Lockdowns just have one consequence that you must never , ever belittle , and that is making poor people an awful lot poorer . ''
Despite this , Labour leader Keir Starmer has called for a two to three-week lockdown in the UK to get control of the increasing cases .
Speaking to Sky News , Labour MP Anneliese Dodds said : `` We are right now facing rising infections across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parts of the country under those additional restrictions .
`` We 're seeing them rising everywhere across the UK .
We know that unless action is taken we will continue to see those rising restrictions .
`` As I mentioned before more parts of the country are coming under localised restrictions and the government being forced to take more action later in the year .
`` That would be much more costly so we need to face up to these challenges now . ''
But presenter Mark Austin interjected : `` You made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ World Health Organisation is saying , as a primary tool , lockdowns should be avoided because they say fundamentally it makes the poor poorer .
`` You 're not in the business are you of making the poor poorer ? ''
The Labour MP continued : `` The reason why the WHO have said that is because they have consistently have been clear that the way to get a grip on this virus is through effective systems of test , trace and isolate .
`` Labour has been calling on government for months @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to ensure those systems are adequate right across the country .
`` Sadly , we know we are not where we need to be . ''
Rishi Sunak has warned a second national lockdown would create `` significant damage '' to people 's lives and livelihoods .
The Chancellor took a firm stance against a nationwide shutdown , claiming such a move would hit jobs , businesses , and children 's education while also causing `` permanent damage '' to the economy .
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Lockdowns make ‘the poor poorer’ claims WHO
The World Health Organisation warned leaders against COVID-19 lockdowns as they could cause significant harm to the economy. WHO envoy Dr David Nabarro told the Spectator: "Lockdowns just have one consequence that you must never, ever belittle, and that is making poor people an awful lot poorer." Despite this, Labour leader Keir Starmer has called for a two to three-week lockdown in the UK to get control of the increasing cases.
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Speaking to Sky News, Labour MP Anneliese Dodds said: "We are right now facing rising infections across the whole country, not just those parts of the country under those additional restrictions. "We're seeing them rising everywhere across the UK. We know that unless action is taken we will continue to see those rising restrictions. "As I mentioned before more parts of the country are coming under localised restrictions and the government being forced to take more action later in the year. "That would be much more costly so we need to face up to these challenges now." READ MORE: Boris Johnson faces lose-lose situation due to Starmer's COVID plan
Labour's plans would 'make the poor poorer' says WHO
The World Health Organisation warned leaders against COVID-19 lockdowns
But presenter Mark Austin interjected: "You made that point. "But even the World Health Organisation is saying, as a primary tool, lockdowns should be avoided because they say fundamentally it makes the poor poorer. "You're not in the business are you of making the poor poorer?" The Labour MP continued: "The reason why the WHO have said that is because they have consistently have been clear that the way to get a grip on this virus is through effective systems of test, trace and isolate.
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Keir Starmer has called for a two to three-week lockdown in the UK
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"Labour has been calling on government for months now since the beginning of this crisis to ensure those systems are adequate right across the country. "Sadly, we know we are not where we need to be." Rishi Sunak has warned a second national lockdown would create "significant damage" to people's lives and livelihoods. The Chancellor took a firm stance against a nationwide shutdown, claiming such a move would hit jobs, businesses, and children's education while also causing "permanent damage" to the economy. DON'T MISS Coronavirus POLL: Should Boris call a two-week total lockdown? [POLL]
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--Boris Johnson ordered to stick to his own deadline or risk Brexit trap - 'Don't trust EU!'

Meanwhile , a think tank boss has warned any further delay will be taken by Brussels as a sign the Prime Minister may be about to `` buckle '' .
As revealed today by Express.co.uk , Mr Johnson will not yet decide on whether an agreement with the bloc can be reached .
However , in taking such an approach , he would go against the deadline he set in September , when he said any deal needed to be sewn up by October 15 .
Daniel Kawczynski , Conservative MP for Shrewsbury and Atcham , was concerned at how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bloc .
He told Express.co.uk : `` I am very worried , as I do n't trust EU to be acting in good faith .
`` We must be prepared to leave with no deal and stick to that . ''
Mr Kawczynski feared the EU was effectively setting a trap in order to `` run down the clock '' and heap pressure on Mr Johnson to compromise as December 31 - the last day of the transition period - drew closer .
He added : `` As they say - 'with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MORE : Trump write-off ?
UK Government in regular contact with Biden , says MP He told Express.co.uk : `` It tells the EU that Boris may buckle under pressure .
`` Agreeing to the EU 's timetable and letting them set the agenda was Theresa May 's big mistake .
`` Boris should have learned from recent history . ''
Downing Street is understood to be keen to see what emerges from the two-day European Council summit of EU leaders , which gets underway in Brussels tomorrow .
Lord Frost will emphasise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speaks to EU opposite number Michel Barnier .
Meanwhile , Mr Johnson is due to speak to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen this evening , when he will make similar points .
A memo leaked in advance of tomorrow 's summit said : `` The European Council reaffirmed the Union ’ s determination to have as close as possible a partnership with the United Kingdom on the basis of the negotiating directives of February 29 , 2020 .

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Meanwhile, a think tank boss has warned any further delay will be taken by Brussels as a sign the Prime Minister may be about to "buckle". As revealed today by Express.co.uk, Mr Johnson will not yet decide on whether an agreement with the bloc can be reached.
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I am very worried, as I don't trust EU to be acting in good faith Daniel Kawczynski MP
However, in taking such an approach, he would go against the deadline he set in September, when he said any deal needed to be sewn up by October 15. Daniel Kawczynski, Conservative MP for Shrewsbury and Atcham, was concerned at how such a strategy would be interpreted by the bloc. He told Express.co.uk: "I am very worried, as I don't trust EU to be acting in good faith.
Boris Johnson must not be "trapped" by Michel Barnier and Ursula von der Leyen, said Mr Kawczynski
Boris Johnson outside Number 10 today
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"We must be prepared to leave with no deal and stick to that." Mr Kawczynski feared the EU was effectively setting a trap in order to "run down the clock" and heap pressure on Mr Johnson to compromise as December 31 - the last day of the transition period - drew closer. He added: "As they say - 'with friends like these' etc. READ MORE: Trump write-off? UK Government in regular contact with Biden, says MP
Robert Oulds urged Mr Johnson not to make the same mistake as predecessor Theresa May
Michel Barnier, the EU's chief negotiator, pictured in London last month
Lord David Frost, the UK's negotiator
He told Express.co.uk: "It tells the EU that Boris may buckle under pressure. "Agreeing to the EU's timetable and letting them set the agenda was Theresa May's big mistake. "Boris should have learned from recent history."
Brexit timetable
Downing Street is understood to be keen to see what emerges from the two-day European Council summit of EU leaders, which gets underway in Brussels tomorrow. Lord Frost will emphasise the importance of intensifying negotiations when he speaks to EU opposite number Michel Barnier. Meanwhile, Mr Johnson is due to speak to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen this evening, when he will make similar points. A memo leaked in advance of tomorrow's summit said: "The European Council reaffirmed the Union’s determination to have as close as possible a partnership with the United Kingdom on the basis of the negotiating directives of February 29, 2020.
Daniel Kawczynski, Tory MP for Shrewsbury and Atcham


thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--EU leaders put Macron in his place as Brexit demand risk wrecking rest of bloc's economy

European capitals have signalled a willingness to broker a compromise to secure future access to Britain ’ s coastal waters .
But Paris was said to be holding out to maintain the status quo for French trawlermen after the end of the transition period in December .
The row over fisheries remains one of the biggest stumbling blocks in finding a post-Brexit deal in the coming weeks .
Influential member states will tell President Macron there are much larger economic issues to consider , such as the regulatory level playing field .
Hinting at growing divisions between capitals , one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for certain parts of Europe ” but the “ level playing field is key for all ” .
The insidered added : “ If you have no way to react to unfair competition you are in a situation where you might destroy your own economy – that ’ s a concern for leaders.
” And another senior diplomat said Angela Merkel is expected to warn President Macron to back down or risk losing all access to British waters .
The source said : “ Everybody knows if there is no deal then European @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now it ’ s 100 percent .
“ Johnson has said there needs to be a significant difference , it ’ s politically sensitive but technically possible.
” But last night Paris was sticking to its hard line and threatened to block a deal over fishing .
Europe minister Clement Beaune said : `` The British want their waters back and this , they believe , gives them leverage .
`` But they forget that for everything else they are negotiating on , they have a lot more to ask than to offer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ EU state warned : `` If anything I think the EU position might be hardening rather than softening . ''
EU leaders are expected to get “ stuck in ” when they hold their first detailed Brexit discussion in over 12 months at a summit in Brussels tomorrow .
The most influential capitals will urge their colleagues to move towards a compromise if Boris Johnson signals a move towards the bloc ’ s position in a phone call later today with EU presidents Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel .
MUST READ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ compromise in Brexit fishing row One diplomatic source said : “ The deadline is really a British deadline ; it 's not an EU deadline .
“ That said I think the heads of state and government will want to send a strong signal that they ’ re interested , willing to negotiate for as long as possible that they want an agreement and that the negotiations should be intensified now but I don ’ t see them sending the sort of signal that would lead to an early agreement , that was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ added : “ What we want to show is we are willing and ready once the UK moves to work really , really hard as necessary to work in time to conclude a deal – just to show there ’ s a huge interest on our side because of the size of economic relationship.
” Mr Johnson is expected to make concessions on implementing controls over future state subsidies before the bloc climbs down on fisheries .
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European capitals have signalled a willingness to broker a compromise to secure future access to Britain’s coastal waters. But Paris was said to be holding out to maintain the status quo for French trawlermen after the end of the transition period in December. The row over fisheries remains one of the biggest stumbling blocks in finding a post-Brexit deal in the coming weeks.
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Influential member states will tell President Macron there are much larger economic issues to consider, such as the regulatory level playing field. Hinting at growing divisions between capitals, one EU insider said fisheries are “important for certain parts of Europe” but the “level playing field is key for all”. The insidered added: “If you have no way to react to unfair competition you are in a situation where you might destroy your own economy – that’s a concern for leaders.” And another senior diplomat said Angela Merkel is expected to warn President Macron to back down or risk losing all access to British waters.
Angela Merkel wants Emmanuel Macron to climb down from his hardline fisheries demands
Angela Merkel is taking a pragmatic approach to the Brexit talks
The source said: “Everybody knows if there is no deal then European quota in British waters is zero – now it’s 100 percent. “Johnson has said there needs to be a significant difference, it’s politically sensitive but technically possible.” But last night Paris was sticking to its hard line and threatened to block a deal over fishing. Europe minister Clement Beaune said: "The British want their waters back and this, they believe, gives them leverage.
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Emmanuel Macron wants to retain status quo access to British waters
"But they forget that for everything else they are negotiating on, they have a lot more to ask than to offer." And one diplomat from another EU state warned: "If anything I think the EU position might be hardening rather than softening." EU leaders are expected to get “stuck in” when they hold their first detailed Brexit discussion in over 12 months at a summit in Brussels tomorrow. The most influential capitals will urge their colleagues to move towards a compromise if Boris Johnson signals a move towards the bloc’s position in a phone call later today with EU presidents Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel. MUST READ: French fishermen rage at Macron to compromise in Brexit fishing row
Lord Frost and Michel Barnier are expected to continue Brexit talks next week
One diplomatic source said: “The deadline is really a British deadline; it's not an EU deadline. “That said I think the heads of state and government will want to send a strong signal that they’re interested, willing to negotiate for as long as possible that they want an agreement and that the negotiations should be intensified now but I don’t see them sending the sort of signal that would lead to an early agreement, that was never intended.” Another senior European diplomat added: “What we want to show is we are willing and ready once the UK moves to work really, really hard as necessary to work in time to conclude a deal – just to show there’s a huge interest on our side because of the size of economic relationship.” Mr Johnson is expected to make concessions on implementing controls over future state subsidies before the bloc climbs down on fisheries. DON'T MISS
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thedailyexpress--2020-10-14--Brexit LIVE: Boris gives EU 48-hours to BUDGE after call - refuses to rule out no deal

Mr Johnson has previously suggested he would walk away from the negotiating table if there was no agreement on a trade deal by the time of the two-day summit meeting in Brussels starting on Thursday .
Following the call , Downing Street said : `` The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal , but expressed his disappointment that more progress had not been made over the past two weeks .
`` The Prime Minister said that he looked forward to hearing the outcome of the European Council and would reflect before setting out the UK 's next steps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ September 7 . ''
Pressure is already mounting after the EU ’ s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier said the two sides are yet to make a significant breakthrough 's throwing doubt over whether Mr Johnson 's looming deadline will be met .
A bombshell report has revealed Ireland would suffer the biggest trade and economic blow of all EU member states in the event of a no-deal Brexit outcome between the UK and European Union .
The analysis from the European Central Bank has warned Ireland - which counts the UK as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the hardest hit in the event of a no deal outcome .
The report from the International Relations Committee Brexit Task Force entitled ' A review of economic analyses on the potential impact of Brexit ' summarises the economic analyses of the potential impact of Brexit on the UK , EU and euro area as a whole .
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said they were continuing to work on a deal with the UK , but that the `` conditions must be right '' if there was to be an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on a deal , but not at any price .
Still a lot of work ahead of us , '' she tweeted .
Boris Johnson has expressed his `` disappointment '' that talks with the EU on a post-Brexit trade deal have not made more progress , Downing Street has said .
In a call with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and European Council president Charles Michel , the Prime Minister said he will reflect on the outcome of this week 's EU 's summit before setting out the UK 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ summit on Brexit is not expected in November ahead of the end-year deadline for an agreement on the future relationship between the bloc and Britain , an EU official said this evening .
The official said : `` We 're at a fairly critical point because we 're coming up to a deadline if this is to come into force on the first of January .
`` At this stage , though , it would n't be justified .
We do n't expect a special summit . ''
5:45pm update : Flights to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trade deal is struck Flights between the UK and the EU could be grounded when the Brexit transition period ends , Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has admitted .
The Cabinet minister said it is `` critical '' that air links are not severed , stressing the `` mutual importance of aviation and travel '' .
Both sides agreed prior to the first scheduled Brexit date of March 29 last year that flights would continue for 12 months even if no trade deal was reached .
But Mr Shapps revealed that the UK is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will consider a similar scheme for the end of the transition period on December 31 .
4:30pm update : Northern Ireland FM urges for a Brexit deal to be struck Northern Ireland 's First Minister has said a deal between the UK and EU would be in `` everyone 's best interests '' .
Arlene Foster said the EU Future Relations team in the NI Executive Office is co-ordinating readiness planning across all departments , including an option for a non-negotiated outcome .
She said the group was initially meeting on a monthly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fortnightly basis .
`` This work builds on preparations made in the lead up to a potential no-deal exit in 2019 , '' she said .
`` And while we are preparing for a non-negotiated outcome , it is important to remember that the protocol will still apply in that scenario . ''
The Northern Ireland Protocol , part of the Brexit divorce deal , will see the region continue to enforce the EU 's customs rules and follow its rules on product standards .
Boris Johnson will take a decision on `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ following this week 's European Council summit , Downing Street has said .
The Prime Minister 's official spokesman told a Westminster briefing : `` Some progress has been made this week , primarily in technical areas of the negotiations , but there are still differences with fisheries being the starkest .
`` We need to get the substance settled and not having a common text to work from has made progress doubly difficult .
`` The Prime Minister 's September 7 statement was very clear about the significance of October 15 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ decision on next steps following the European Council in the light of his conversation with President von der Leyen , and on advice from his negotiating team .
`` I can not prejudge what that decision will be . ''
A German government source said everybody knows that if there is no deal , the European fishery quota in British waters will be zero .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson will decide whether to proceed with negotiations on a post-Brexit trade deal after the upcoming European Union summit , and his decision can not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He said : `` Boris Johnson will need to take a decision on next steps following the European Council in the light of his conversation with President von der Leyen , and on advice from his negotiating team .
`` We can not prejudge that decision .
There are still differences , with fisheries being the starkest .
We need to get substance settled and not having a common text to work from has made progress doubly difficult . ''
12.49pm update : EU says 'much distance still needs to be covered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bloc 's future relationship with Britain have made some progress but there is still a long way to go for a deal .
They said : `` We have seen some progress on different files , but still there is a lot of distance to be covered ... on fisheries , level playing field and governance . ''
The official said they did not expect another summit on Brexit to take place in November .
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ( OECD ) said the UK economy is at a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the twin threat of a no-deal Brexit alongside new coronavirus restrictions .
Laurence Boone , chief economist at the OECD , said : `` The combination of Covid-19 and the exit from the EU Single Market makes the UK outlook exceptionally uncertain .
`` Actions taken to address the pandemic and decisions made on future trading relationships will have a lasting impact on the UK 's economic trajectory for years to come . ''
10.56am update : Merkel says Germany is preparing for no deal Brexit German Chancellor Angela Merkel said the EU @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trade deal with the UK in the short amount of time .
But she warned the bloc was preparing for the eventuality of a no deal Brexit .
10.40am update : Brexit deadline SCRAPPED as PM caves on own red line Boris Johnson will not walk away from the Brexit negotiations tomorrow and will sanction further wrangling over a free-trade agreement with the European Union .
The Prime Minister will not decide before Friday whether an agreement with the bloc is possible after being advised on the latest progress by Brexit envoy Lord @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brexit talks said `` time is running out '' to agree a deal but it 's not impossible 10am update : EU warns deal wo n't come at any price EU summit chairman Charles Michel said in a invitation letter to leaders : `` It is in the interests of both sides to have an agreement in place before the end of the transition period .
`` This can not , however , happen at any price .
The coming days are decisive .
Key issues include , in particular , the level @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' 9.29am update : Should Boris quit talks TODAY as EU ignores UK 's negotiation deadline ?
VOTE HERE Brexit talks are no closer to a breakthrough after the EU vowed to ignore Boris Johnson ’ s deadline .
Do you think the Prime Minister should quit talks today ?
Boris Johnson ’ s official spokesman has warned `` time is in short supply '' to reach a post-Brexit trade deal as the Prime Minister ’ s deadline to clinch an agreement by tomorrow looms .
But the EU ’ s chief Brexit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Johnson ’ s October 15 deadline when he vowed to work on a trade deal over the `` coming days and weeks ” .
Express.co.uk is asking our reader whether Mr Johnson should quit talks today ?
ITV 's political correspondent Robert Peston said : `` Correct me if I am wrong but I understood the PM was adamant that talks with EU on a free trade agreement either had to be agreed or abandoned by now .
But they are apparently making little progress , on fishing and state aid .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will pass this week and the talks will continue next week .
Goodness only knows how this will be glossed in today ’ s conversation between @ vonderleyen and @ BorisJohnson .
No sign of Godot '' 7.40am update : Prepare for no deal Brexit !
EU panics as Boris holds firm on fishing - LEAKED STATEMENT The European Union will ramp up its preparations for a no-deal Brexit after insufficient progress was made in the trade talks ahead of a crunch summit of the bloc 's leaders .
In leaked European Council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a “ concern that progress on the key issues of interest to the Union is still not sufficient for an agreement to be reached ” .
In a draft version of an EU leadership statement , they say : “ The European Council reaffirmed the Union ’ s determination to have as close as possible a partnership with the United Kingdom on the basis of the negotiating directives of February 29 , 2020 .
“ Against this background , the European Council invited the Union ’ s chief negotiator to intensify negotiations with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can be applied from January 1 , 2021.
” The Commissioner for the EU 's single market , Thierry Breton , said the EU would prefer to have a Brexit deal , but it is ready in case no agreement can be reached .
Mr Breton told BFM business radio : `` We prefer a deal but not at any price and if there is no deal , we are ready .
`` Our customs are ready for a no-deal and it is urgent that British customs also prepare for it . ''


thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--Merkel urges EU climb down on fisheries – Brexit deal must 'profit BOTH sides'

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The German Chancellor insisted the any future relationship deal with Britain can not come at “ any cost ” .
The influential leader is set to play an influential role in brokering any UK-EU trade agreement in the coming weeks with both sides still at a loggerheads over future fishing opportunities .
She will be forced to push French President Emmanuel Macron to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continued access to Britain ’ s coastal waters after the end of the year .
Mrs Merkel said : “ We will talk about the exit of Great Britain from the EU and confirm our common position .
“ We want an agreement , but , of course , not at any cost .
It has to be a fair agreement from which both sides can profit .
But all the effort is worth it and we will , of course , support the negotiations of Michel Barnier , Ursula von der Leyen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discuss Brexit for the first time in over 12 months at a crunch European Council summit in Brussels this afternoon .
The bloc has pulled plans for plans intensify the talks after the Prime Minister complained recent rounds had “ lacked energy ” .

Brexit: 'We want a deal protecting level playing field' says Michel
The German Chancellor insisted the any future relationship deal with Britain cannot come at “any cost”. The influential leader is set to play an influential role in brokering any UK-EU trade agreement in the coming weeks with both sides still at a loggerheads over future fishing opportunities. She will be forced to push French President Emmanuel Macron to compromise on his hardline demands to secure continued access to Britain’s coastal waters after the end of the year.
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Mrs Merkel said: “We will talk about the exit of Great Britain from the EU and confirm our common position. “We want an agreement, but, of course, not at any cost. It has to be a fair agreement from which both sides can profit. But all the effort is worth it and we will, of course, support the negotiations of Michel Barnier, Ursula von der Leyen and the Commission.” But France hit back, insisting it would need a "good agreement" for its fishermen before accepting a Brexit deal with Britain. President Macron said: "I want to be very clear about Brexit. We know what subjects remain to be discussed and what subjects haven’t found a solution yet: fisheries. Our fishermen will not be the victims of Brexit. We didn’t make that choice. The British people did.
Angela Merkel said Brexit deal must profit both UK and EU
"So the access to British waters is a key issue in these negotiations. Protecting the access of our fishermen to British waters, finding a good agreement for our fishermen – and I'm talking about all European countries concerned including France – is an important point in this discussion, for us." EU leaders will discuss Brexit for the first time in over 12 months at a crunch European Council summit in Brussels this afternoon.
The bloc has pulled plans for plans intensify the talks after the Prime Minister complained recent rounds had “lacked energy”. A leaked document revealed Michel Barnier will be ordered to resist making progress until Britain makes significant concessions on fisheries and future state subsidies policy. The “draft conclusions” say: “The European Council recalls that the transition period will end on December 31, 2020, and notes with concern that progress on key issues of interest to the Union is still not sufficient for an agreement to be reached.
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“Against this background, the European Council invites the chief negotiator to continue negotiations in the coming weeks, and calls on the UK to make the necessary moves to make an agreement possible.” A previous version of the document had called on Mr Barnier to “intensify negotiations” to ensure a Brexit trade deal is wrapped up before the end of the year. The conclusions published ahead of the gathering are subject to change depending on how heads of state and government finally evaluate the future relationship negotiations with Britain.


thedailyexpress--2020-10-15--Brexit POLL: Boris hands EU extra 24hrs – should he extend no deal deadline again? VOTE

Boris Johnson had originally handed the EU a deadline of October 15 to agree a post-Brexit trade deal with Britain .
But as the two sides remain deadlocked , the Prime Minister has said he will decide what course of action to take tomorrow - extending the time limit by 24 hours .
British negotiators are meeting with European leaders in Brussels today amid the crunch EU summit .
The meeting was Mr Johnson ’ s original deadline for agreeing a trade deal , in order to allow both sides sufficient time to implement the deal before the end of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said he would walk away from the talks if a deal had not been reached by this time .
But Mr Johnson scrapped his own deadline on Wednesday night and said he would not make a decision on how best to proceed before Friday .
In a call with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and European Council president Charles Michel on Wednesday evening , Mr Johnson said he would `` reflect '' on the outcome of the summit before making a decision .
Meanwhile , Mrs von der Leyen and Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still wanted a deal , it could not be at `` any price '' .
Following the call , a No 10 spokesman said : `` The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal , but expressed his disappointment that more progress had not been made over the past two weeks .
`` The Prime Minister said that he looked forward to hearing the outcome of the European Council and would reflect before setting out the UK 's next steps in the light of his statement of September 7 . ''
JUST @ @ @ @ @ @ @ UK as he insists EU will not give in The Prime Minister wants a “ strong and credible ” sign a breakthrough can be made after the bloc sets out its position .
Mr Johnson ’ s chief Brexit negotiator David Frost has also urged the Prime Minister not to pull out of the talks this week .
Currently the two sides have failed to agree on matters such as security and fisheries , but the Brexit envoy thinks a compromise is possible over the next two weeks .
Lord Frost updated Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trade talks this morning , No10 has confirmed .
DO N'T MISS : Brussels in revolt against Macron : UK minister exposes bitter EU feud [ DETAILS ] Ireland issues HUGE fishing warning as Brexit talks reach crunch stage [ INSIGHT ] Former WTO chief warns Brexit Britain set to be like 'third division ' [ VIDEO ] The Prime Minister ’ s spokesman said the UK looks forward to hearing the outcome of the EU Council summit and Mr Johnson will reflect on that before setting out Britain ’ s next steps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to reach a trade deal with the EU , and that is the country ’ s aim .
In a draft conclusion of the EU summit , European leaders are set to give Mr Barnier longer to negotiate a Brexit deal with the UK .
Snubbing Boris Johnson 's deadline , the text said Mr Barnier had the mandate to continue negotiating in the `` coming weeks '' .

Brexit: 'We want a deal protecting level playing field' says Michel
This poll is now closed. Check out the results here. Boris Johnson had originally handed the EU a deadline of October 15 to agree a post-Brexit trade deal with Britain. But as the two sides remain deadlocked, the Prime Minister has said he will decide what course of action to take tomorrow - extending the time limit by 24 hours.
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British negotiators are meeting with European leaders in Brussels today amid the crunch EU summit. The meeting was Mr Johnson’s original deadline for agreeing a trade deal, in order to allow both sides sufficient time to implement the deal before the end of the year. Previously the Prime Minister said he would walk away from the talks if a deal had not been reached by this time. But Mr Johnson scrapped his own deadline on Wednesday night and said he would not make a decision on how best to proceed before Friday.
Brexit news: Should Britain extend the deadline again?
British negotiators are meeting with European leaders in Brussels today amid the crunch EU summit
In a call with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and European Council president Charles Michel on Wednesday evening, Mr Johnson said he would "reflect" on the outcome of the summit before making a decision. Meanwhile, Mrs von der Leyen and Mr Michel again reiterated that while the EU still wanted a deal, it could not be at "any price". Following the call, a No 10 spokesman said: "The Prime Minister noted the desirability of a deal, but expressed his disappointment that more progress had not been made over the past two weeks. "The Prime Minister said that he looked forward to hearing the outcome of the European Council and would reflect before setting out the UK's next steps in the light of his statement of September 7." JUST IN: Charles Michel hits out at UK as he insists EU will not give in
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The Prime Minister wants a “strong and credible” sign a breakthrough can be made after the bloc sets out its position. Mr Johnson’s chief Brexit negotiator David Frost has also urged the Prime Minister not to pull out of the talks this week. Currently the two sides have failed to agree on matters such as security and fisheries, but the Brexit envoy thinks a compromise is possible over the next two weeks. Lord Frost updated Mr Johnson on the current state of the trade talks this morning, No10 has confirmed. DON'T MISS:
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David Frost has said a deal can be reached in the coming weeks
The Prime Minister’s spokesman said the UK looks forward to hearing the outcome of the EU Council summit and Mr Johnson will reflect on that before setting out Britain’s next steps. He added the UK still wants to reach a trade deal with the EU, and that is the country’s aim. In a draft conclusion of the EU summit, European leaders are set to give Mr Barnier longer to negotiate a Brexit deal with the UK. Snubbing Boris Johnson's deadline, the text said Mr Barnier had the mandate to continue negotiating in the "coming weeks".
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