We cannot afford to yield ground on the level playing field in Brexit trade talks
Extending the talks implicitly signals a fear of going into WTO terms with the EU
16 December 2020 • 6:00am
British negotiator David Frost leaves the UK Ambassador residence ahead of a meeting with European Union (EU) s Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier on Brexit negotiations in Brussels
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We seem to have a continuing and indefinite extension of the EU Brexit talks beyond every final deadline. This may show admirable patience but can also sow doubt about our resolve to stick to the fundamental principles which the Prime Minister has repeatedly said he wants to sustain.