Theresa May’s hopes of securing her Brexit deal were dealt a new blow on Saturday night as the EU warned the UK would have to pay about £10bn more to Brussels to win extra time for a smooth exit. Leadsom is one of a team of cabinet ministers – including environment secretary Michael Gove – who want alterations to the deal, although Brussels insists it cannot be changed. “The PM isn’t going to be distracted from delivering the best possible Brexit deal,” said a No 10 source. It shows Tory Leave supporters appear to be deserting May’s party in droves. A year-long extension would cost about £10bn on top of the £39bn divorce bill already agreed.

Source: The Guardian November 17, 2018 21:00 UTC