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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Negotiations on the UK's future relationship with the EU: update

09 March 2020 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Michael Gove Con Surrey Heath

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Key points

  • The first round of negotiations between the UK and the EU on their future relationship has been completed.
  • The next negotiating round will take place in London from 18 to 20 March.
  • The UK plans to present legal texts, including a draft free trade agreement, before the next session.

Issue summary

This statement provides an update on the first round of negotiations between the UK and the EU regarding their future relationship.

Action requested

The next negotiating round will take place in London from 18-20 March. The UK expects to table legal texts, including a draft free trade agreement (FTA), before this session.

Key facts

  • Negotiators met in Brussels on 2 – 5 March 2020 for the first round of negotiations.
  • Both sides presented their positions based on the EU mandate and the UK's approach document CP211.
  • The next negotiating round will take place from 18-20 March in London.
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