EU launches legal action against UK over Brexit violation
Challenge over key part of the deal relating to Northern Ireland could lead to financial penalties or trade tariffs being imposed on the UK
15 March 2021 - 21:05
Brussels — The EU launched legal action against the UK in a major escalation of tensions between the two sides less than three months after Brexit was formally completed.
It follows Britain’s unilateral decision to delay implementing a key part of the Brexit deal relating to Northern Ireland. The move could ultimately lead to financial penalties or trade tariffs being imposed on the UK...
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