Johnson is forging ahead with his plans to "get Brexit done." ASSOCIATED PRESSTopline: U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, energised by an emphatic election win, is forging ahead with his plans to “get Brexit done” by seeking to make it illegal for Britain to extend Brexit negotiations with the European Union beyond 2020. As it stands, the transition period can be extended for up to two years, but this amendment would cancel that out. Now, with an overwhelming majority, Johnson believes he has a mandate to push through the legislation on his timetable. Further reading: What To Watch For This Week After Boris Johnson’s Landslide Election Victory

Source: Forbes December 17, 2019 13:41 UTC