It’s been impossible to ignore the calls for the UK government to announce that it will be seeking an extension to the Brexit transition period, or at least to make clear that it’s still keeping its options open, as a result of the coronavirus crisis. Here I review the arguments on both sides – before coming down in favour of sticking to the current timetable.
The background
The UK has, of course, already left the EU. But it remains a member of the single market and customs union, and is still bound by EU rules, during a ‘transition period’ which is due to end on 31st December. This period is meant to provide time for the two sides to negotiate a new long-term relationship, covering issues such as trade and security cooperation, and to make the necessary preparations to implement the new arrangements.
The Withdrawal Agreement (WA) allows the…
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