UK PM May: We are not proposing an extension to the implementation period

Eren Sengezer FXStreet

Additional remarks from British Prime Minister Theresa May continue to cross the wires.

Key quotes (via Reuters)

The idea of extended transition is an idea that has been around a while.
We are not proposing an extension to the implementation period.
We want to get on and complete a deal.
We are intensifying the work on these negotiations.
There is a very real sense that people want the deal to be done.
The deal will be done.
We are working to do the deal within that reasonable timetable.
We believe the future relationship will resolve the issue of the Northern Irish backstop.
We want the future relationship to come into place after implementation period.

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