No 10: ‘No basis’ to resume trade talks with EU unless Brussels alters position

Michel Barnier, the EU’s negotiator, spoke to Boris Johnson’s Europe adviser David Frost on Monday (PA)

Trade talks between the UK and European Union remain in limbo despite an offer from Michel Barnier to “intensify” negotiations.

Mr Barnier, the EU’s negotiator, spoke to Boris Johnson’s Europe adviser David Frost on Monday in an effort to revive the process.