Brexit could be delayed, warns British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt

Britain may need to delay its exit from the European Union in order to pass crucial legislation if a deal is agreed in late March, Jeremy Hunt has said.

Latest: Britain’s withdrawal from the European Union could be delayed to enable the UK Government to pass crucial legislation if a Brexit deal is not agreed until late March, the British Foreign Secretary has warned.

Jeremy Hunt said it was “difficult to know” if negotiations with Brussels would run until the 11th hour, but confirmed that “extra time” may be needed to pass laws.