As set out in the Political Declaration, both the UK and EU have committed to reaching an agreement on our future relationship by the end of 2020. This is in everyone\u2019s interests.<\/p>
As set out in the Withdrawal Agreement Bill, we will not be extending the Implementation Period beyond 2020.<\/p>
<\/strong> The UK Government remains committed to working closely with the devolved administrations on EU Exit. Our most recent discussions with the devolved administrations took place last Thursday at the Joint Ministerial Committee on EU negotiations.<\/p>"}
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