Paul Hollingsworth is UK economist at Capital Economics. BUSINESS DAY TV: The pound was set for its best day since 2008 today [Tuesday] after the British prime minister said the UK’s final exit deal from the European Union would be put to parliament for a vote. She also put an end to speculation that London might to try seek a soft Brexit. So how is this likely to play out and will the UK get the concessions it wants from the EU? Joining us on the line with his view is Paul Hollingsworth, UK economist at Capital Economics. Paul … Prime Minister Theresa May, some are saying is ostensibly optimistic but they are not sure if investors are willing to buy into her optimism about how this new relationship with the EU is going to work. What’s your take on what has emerged? PAUL HOLLINGSWORTH: Yes, clearly the markets have reacted reasonably positively to the plan today. We’ve seen the pound recover a little bit from its previous losses over the past few days. The markets are generally quit...
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