UK's Hammond: Still hopeful that a deal can be reached with the EU in next few days

UK finance minister, Philip Hammond, speaking to LBC radio this Thursday, said that negotiations with the EU are always difficult but was still hopeful that a deal can be reached in the next few days.

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   •  Next week will be the last chance for lawmakers to ensure Britain leaves the EU on time.
   •  Any delay in the Brexit deadline would lead to more uncertainty.