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Negotiations on the UK's future relationship with the EU: update
08 June 2020
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement updates Parliament on the progress of the fourth round of negotiations between the UK and the EU regarding their future relationship.
Action Requested
There are no specific actions requested. The statement provides an update on the discussions held from 2-5 June 2020, noting that there was no significant movement on contentious issues such as fisheries, governance arrangements, and the level playing field.
Key Facts
- Negotiators met for the fourth round of negotiations through video conferencing on 2 – 5 June 2020.
- The week closed with a plenary chaired by David Frost and Michel Barnier on 5 June.
- Discussions covered all work streams but did not yield progress in areas where differences of principle are acute.
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