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Originally Posted by jonbxx
I agree to an extent, it was indeed unhelpful to say it, even if it was meant as a joke to an international audience. I wouldn't say the UK has been keeping a clean sheet either.
Personally, I think it's time for a bit of a reboot and ask for everyone to start behaving like adults and be aware that this is being played out on an international stage with the world watching. I look forward to all the pre-match weigh in posturing ending and the real negotiations starting after the general election. It will be a fascinating exercise in diplomacy and negotiation.
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It was not meant as a joke.
The UK has clearly been trying to keep things on an even keel - only shortly before this dinner, Theresa May was telling us all that there would be no running commentary, and clearly she was attempting to pitch this in a more sensible and professional way. Then Junker comes out with this nonsense - Theresa had no option but to respond.