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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

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

14 September 2020 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Michael Gove Con Surrey Heath

Brexit

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At a glance

Key points

  • UK government provides update on eighth round of negotiations between UK and EU regarding future relationship
  • Negotiators agree to meet again in Brussels to continue discussions
  • Commitment to work towards reaching an agreement by mid-October as stated by the Prime Minister

Issue summary

The UK government is providing an update on the eighth round of negotiations between the UK and the EU regarding their future relationship.

Action requested

Negotiators have agreed to meet again in Brussels this week to continue discussions, with a commitment to work towards reaching an agreement by mid-October as previously stated by the Prime Minister.

Key facts

  • Negotiations took place from 8-10 September 2020.
  • Discussions covered trade in goods and services, investment, fisheries, level playing field issues, energy cooperation, transport standards, law enforcement matters, mobility, social security coordination, and participation in EU programmes.
  • A number of challenging areas remain with significant divergences.
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