Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe UK’s top European Union negotiator Hamish Falconer has pledged to build a “deeper” and “more ambitious” relationship with the EU, with a particular focus on services, security and tech. The government maintains it remains committed to its manifesto red lines, which rule out rejoining the single market or customs union, as well as restoring free movement. Former Conservative MP Nick Boles has reportedly presented a new proposal for Britain to rejoin the EU single market. The proposal suggests extending the protection of the UK's armed forces and nuclear deterrent across Europe in exchange for access to the free-trade zone. The plan, reportedly seen by top government officials, advocates creating a European confederation that links single market access with Nato defence commitments. In fullUK wants deeper post-Brexit relationship with EU under Burnham, says ministerMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

The proposal would reportedly see Britain promise to extend the protection of Britain’s Armed Forces and nuclear deterrent across Europe, in exchange for access to the EU’s…

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