Brussels warns of ‘firm’ response if UK ignores Northern Ireland protocol

Britain has already angered Brussels by unilaterally extending grace periods in the protocol on supermarket goods and parcels. Picture: Stefan Rousseau/PA)

Brussels has delivered a sharp warning to U Prime Minister Boris Johnson that it is ready to act “firmly and resolutely” to ensure the UK abides by its commitments in the Northern Ireland Protocol of his Brexit deal.

The Daily Telegraph reported the UK is unilaterally considering extending a “grace period” to allow Northern Irish shops to continue selling chilled meats – including sausages and mince – from Britain once it expires at the end of June.