Brexit: Cabinet split on length of delay
One minister who was in the room suggested the prime minister gave the impression that she would ask the EU for an extension to the end of June, with the option of a"backstop" option of a delay of up to two years.
Another insider was boiling with frustration that, in their view, yet again, Theresa May was failing to express what she actually wants to do clearly, and allowing the Tory Party, and of course Parliament - and more importantly the rest of the country - twist in the wind while she grinds on. Just in case you needed reminding, delaying Brexit at all goes against the promise that Mrs May made so many times.
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