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Old 24-02-2018, 11:56   #2157
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Re: Brexit discussion
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Originally Posted by Bircho View Post
Isn't that the definition of "Having your cake and eating it"?
Well, once we have left the EU, the transition (or implementation) agreement would simply be the instrument to smooth the change. This will benefit both UK and EU businesses.

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Originally Posted by 1andrew1 View Post
OK, credit where it's due. The cabinet has signed up to a common Brexit negotiating position. And what happens?

EU boss Donald Tusk responds
https://news.sky.com/story/irish-pm-...rexit-11263689

Rebels press May to stay in customs union

https://www.ft.com/content/7cdae51c-...c-25c814761640
I don't think we need be too concerned about the EU negotiating stance at this stage of the negotiations. You present this as evidence that a deal cannot be done! I don't buy that at all. A deal will be done because it will benefit both sides.

Those arguing that we should remain in the customs union still don't seem to appreciate that this would prevent us from forging our own trade deals. Brexit won't work without the ability to do this, so Anna and Chuka's contention that we should actually go for that is a wrecking tactic. Brexit while remaining in the Customs Union would be ruinous for us.

Some sort of agreement on customs arrangements is fair enough, but not an agreement that prevents trade deals, which is the key to a successful Brexit.
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