UK and EU still locked in deal talks hours ahead of summit
Briefly

Negotiations between the UK and EU are ongoing as Prime Minister hosts a summit, with Sir Keir Starmer meeting Ursula von der Leyen. Key issues include a proposed youth mobility scheme, UK access to EU airport e-gates, and potential agreements on trade and fishing rights. The UK’s minister for relations led by Nick Thomas-Symonds is emphasizing pragmatism in addressing economic concerns. Conservative leaders criticize the negotiations as a 'surrender', while specific details, especially regarding fishing rights, remain unclear amid urgent talks before a key deadline.
As the UK-EU negotiations heat up, key discussions include a youth mobility scheme, access to the EU’s defence fund, and potential fishing rights agreements.
Nick Thomas-Symonds emphasized a focus on 'ruthless pragmatism' in the negotiations, aiming for outcomes that prioritize jobs, lower bills, and stronger borders.
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