The Brexit transition period ends on December 31. Interviewed on Sky News' Sophy Ridge On Sunday, Gove suggested there was now a less than 50 percent chance of the UK striking a post-Brexit trade deal with the EU. "There will be no extension to the transition period, so there is no time to waste. Much may change for business at year end, but a deal would give firms more clarity so that they can plan and adjust." Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick also told Sky News' Kay Burley show that Brussels should show more "flexibility and maturity", but added quitting the transition period with no free trade deal was still "acceptable".

Source: The Standard October 19, 2020 14:26 UTC