Thread: Brexit discussion
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Old 13-02-2018, 10:18   #2037
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Re: Brexit discussion
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Originally Posted by 1andrew1 View Post
That customs union or customs agreement will presumably mean that the UK can't negotiate its own trade deals. Which Old Boy, Rees-Mogg, et al will need a lot of convincing on despite the detailed insight you have shared with us.
The whole point of departure from the EU is that we will be free to conduct our own trade deals. Any customs agreement needs to recognise this. The border between NI and Ireland is also capable of being resolved.

We do not yet know what either agreement will look like but all will be revealed eventually. The government is deliberately keeping its cards close to its chest, and for good reason. When you look at Barnier's stance, and the growing reaction to that from other EU countries, it is clear, as it has always been, that ultimately the EU must face the reality of our leaving and that without a deal, the EU will be much worse off.

I know it is frustrating for everyone that things are moving so slowly, but the government know how the EU operates very well. May has not lost her way on this, and some of the voices off are necessary to show the EU that she has little room for maneouvre. The detail of Britain's proposals will be revealed when Barnier and his nasty friends are willing to listen. Shouldn't be too much longer now - be patient!
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