UK foreign secretary Hunt: Brexit white patter is the way to get deep and special partnership in Europe

The newly appointed UK foreign secretary - Jeremy Hunt, was out on the wires in the last hour, saying that the Brexit white paper (set to be published today) is the way to get deep and special partnership in Europe.

Additional quotes: 

   •  Expect a very lively debate in parliament on the white paper.
   •  The white paper is a basis now to move forward in talks.
   •  UK has shown that it can address concerns on Northern Ireland and trade.
   •  If the UK cannot cherry pick then neither can the EU.