British Chancellor reiterates aim of negotiating 'no hard land border in Ireland' in Brexit talks

Philip Hammond has warned failing to secure a Brexit deal would be "very, very bad" for Britain ahead of the start of exit talks in Brussels on Monday.

British Chancellor reiterates aim of negotiating 'no hard land border in Ireland' in Brexit talks

Philip Hammond has warned failing to secure a Brexit deal would be "very, very bad" for Britain ahead of the start of exit talks in Brussels on Monday.

The British Chancellor insisted there must be transitional arrangements to avoid a "cliff edge", and he indicated temporary measures could be in place for a couple of years before a final deal is sealed.

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