Theresa May has outlined her vision for the future UK-EU relationship, as she warned the bloc that refusing to include financial services in a trade deal after Brexit would “hurt” its own economies.
In a major speech at Mansion House in London, she said a deal with Brussels should be the first free trade agreement to cover broadcasting and financial services.
The Prime Minister also said Philip Hammond, the Chancellor, will set out his plans for financial services next week, but said “we are not looking for passporting”.
In an attempt to address the contentious issue of the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic, Ms May added it is the responsibility of the UK Government and the European Commission to find a solution.
She also sought to highlight “tensions” in the EU’s position as she set out “five tests” for the UK’s future relationship with the bloc after withdrawal.
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