[Published: Friday July 28 2017]
Brexit transition talks only possible after divorce issues settled: EU Commission
BRUSSELS, 28 July. - (ANA)- The European Commission said on Friday that discussions about a potential Brexit transition period could only begin once divorce issues are settled.
Responding to comments from British Finance Minister Philip Hammond that a transition period could last until mid-2022 and that he wanted an "off-the-shelf" solution for it, a Commission spokesman told a news conference:
"Once you know where you are going you can also consider the modalities of getting there. One thing at a time. At this point in time, we are about to discuss the specifics of separation and once this is done to the satisfaction of everyone we may move to the second step." - (ANA) -
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