The Lib Dems accused Theresa May of opting for “the hardest and most divisive form of Brexit, choosing to take us out of the single market before she has even tried to negotiate” Getty ImagesTheresa May will trigger Britain’s exit from the European Union on March 29, Downing Street has revealed. It marks the date that the prime minister will dispatch her letter to the European Council notifying it of Britain’s intention to leave the bloc, which begins the two-year Brexit process. It means that the UK’s membership of the EU will end on March 29, 2019. Sir Tim Barrow, Britain’s ambassador to the EU, informed the office of European Council president, Donald Tusk, this morning of Mrs May’s plans. Speaking during a visit to Swansea, Mrs May said: “I am very clear that I want to ensure we get the best possible deal for the United Kingdom that works for everyone across the United Kingdom and all parts…

Source: The Times March 20, 2017 12:17 UTC