The European Commission’s president has warned Britain “patience runs out” in the clearest sign yet Brussels is prepared to cut its losses and accept a no-deal Brexit outcome in just 11 days’ time. Jean-Claude Juncker made his comments last night, saying that while the EU now knows what Britain does not want, it is still waiting to hear “what it might say yes to”. Speaking on Italian TV station RAI, Mr Juncker said the EU has shown that it has a lot of patience. However, asked about the ongoing lack of clarity from London just less than a fortnight from the latest Brexit cliff edge, he added: “patience runs out”. However, while EU and Irish sources are hopeful the vital breakthrough can be achieved, they have acknowledged a no-deal Brexit will still be central to talks this week.

Source: Irish Examiner April 01, 2019 04:41 UTC