'Pragmatic' approach could reap 'ambitious' UK-EU deal: Starmer
- The UK-EU summit scheduled for May 19 in London aims to negotiate a comprehensive post-Brexit agreement addressing regulations on food, opportunities for young people to travel between the two regions, and the role of the European Court of Justice in dispute resolution.
- The summit follows Labour's recent losses to Reform UK and critical reactions to a new India trade deal, prompting a cautious government approach.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government will take a serious and pragmatic approach, aiming to maintain high food standards and explore youth mobility.
- Starmer emphasized a practical approach to the negotiations and indicated the UK’s readiness to contribute financially for participation in the EU defence programme.
- Officials hope the talks will result in an ambitious deal strengthening security, defence, trade, and the economy while respecting domestic sensitivities.
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‘Pragmatic’ approach could reap ‘ambitious’ UK-EU deal: Starmer
A "pragmatic" approach to talks on food standards, youth mobility and European courts could yield an "ambitious" post-Brexit deal between the EU and UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in an interview published Saturday by The Guardian newspaper. London and Brussels are hopeful of signing a deal at the first UK-EU summit since Brexit, which

'Pragmatic' approach could reap 'ambitious' UK-EU deal: Starmer
A "pragmatic" approach to talks on food standards, youth mobility and European courts could yield an "ambitious" post-Brexit deal between the EU and UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said in an interview published Saturday by The Guardian newspaper.
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