Boris rules out border checks; Taoiseach says pair have 'much to discuss'

It is anticipated that a North-only backstop will be one of solutions discussed between Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and British prime minister Boris Johnson today in fresh attempts to break the Brexit deadlock.

Boris rules out border checks; Taoiseach says pair have 'much to discuss'
Mon, 09 Sep, 2019 - 10:24
Digital Desk staff

  • Main points
  • Boris rules out border checks
  • Taoiseach says the pair have "much to discuss"
  • Direct rule in NI “contrary to the St Andrews agreement”
  • Mr Johnson says he wants to restore the Stormont Assembly
  • Leo: "No backstop is no deal for us."

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