UK Brexit Sec. Raab: There is an understanding we're approaching end point in negotiations

Eren Sengezer FXStreet

British Brexit Secretary Dominic Raab is delivering remarks as he speaks live on the LBC Radio.

Key quotes (via Reuters)

There is an understanding we're approaching end point in negotiations
Doesn't think it is likely that parliament will try and force a second referendum if there is no deal.
Chequers may not be perfect, but is the most credible plan for Brexit.
Now is the time to close in on a Brexit deal.
True to say UK wouldn't have control over manufacturing standards, but would be able to sign free trade deals with other countries under chequers.
Need EU side to move in our direction in Brexit talks.

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Eren Sengezer

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As an economist at heart, Eren Sengezer specializes in the assessment of the short-term and long-term impacts of macroeconomic data, central bank policies and political developments on financial assets.

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