Michael Gove today guaranteed the Brexit transition period will not be extended as he insisted the UK and the EU will be able to agree a free trade deal by the end of next year. Critics believe it is impossible for a complex trade deal to be agreed in such a short space of time and Boris Johnson's Brexit deal does contain an extension provision. Mr Gove said Mr Johnson was unable to stick to his promise 'because MPs in Parliament conspired against' him. But Mr Gove seemingly dismissed Mr Barnier's view as he said it was 'different from that of other European politicians' on the issue. The Queen's Speech, when Mr Johnson will set out his new government's priorities, is due to be held on Thursday.

Source: Daily Mail December 15, 2019 10:30 UTC