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Second meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee: Update

15 June 2020

Proposing MP
Michael Gove Con
Surrey Heath
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement is about the second meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee held on June 12, 2020, focusing on progress updates and decisions regarding the implementation of the Withdrawal Agreement.

Action Requested

The UK announced it will introduce new border controls in stages up until July 1, 2021, taking a flexible approach to account for businesses' challenges due to COVID-19.

Key Facts

  • The second meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee took place on 12 June 2020.
  • One Decision was adopted to correct errors and omissions in financial provisions and citizens’ rights.
  • The UK will introduce border controls on imports from the EU in three stages up until 1 July 2021.
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