Tánaiste warns against EU-US trade deal delay, citing risk to jobs and investment

Simon Harris urges negotiators to reach agreement before July 9, warning continued uncertainty could hurt Irish exporters

Simon Harris has urged negotiators to focus on reaching a deal before the July 9 deadline. Picture: Sam Boal/Collins Photos

An extension of the deadline for an EU-US trade deal would not be positive, as it would prolong uncertainty for exporters, the Tánaiste has said.

Simon Harris has urged negotiators to focus on reaching a deal before the July 9 deadline.