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Re: Brexit-Transitional Period Ends 31/12/20
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Originally Posted by 1andrew1
Yes, fish were really our only negotiating card. Minimal economic value to concede on but huge emotional value to some European fishing nations. A good card to hold.
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Is that right, Andrew?
The quota/tariff free part of the deal is heavily weighted in the EU's favour because of the balance of trade between the two sides. Given the economic heft of trade (as distinct from fishing), I believe the Guvmin was playing this card silently throughout.
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Originally Posted by Damien
Bad Puns are a banning offence you know......
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oh -oh, you know what's coming.
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