#Vote2017 reaction: Poll result could delay start of Brexit talks, as Donald Tusk warns of 'no deal' risk

Latest: Talks on Britain's withdrawal from the EU will begin when the new UK government is ready, Brussels' chief negotiator Michel Barnier has said.

Update 11.20am: Talks on Britain's withdrawal from the EU will begin when the new UK government is ready, Brussels' chief negotiator Michel Barnier has said.

The comment suggests Mr Barnier is ready to delay the opening of official negotiations, which were expected to begin on June 19 in Brussels.