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Brexit Negotiations and Possible No-Deal

How the Standstill can Affect More Than Just the Government

Britain leaving the European Union has been far from a smooth road. It is still unclear what exactly the terms are between the United Kingdom and the EU. Prime Minister Theresa May made a surprise visit to Brussels to talk negotiations with the EU.  However, the chance of a no-deal outcome could see a strain on jobs as well as a tariff on EU goods. This talk hopes to break the standstill between the two parties before the European Council Summit this Thursday.
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