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Commission spokesman: 'Barnier informed Commissioners that while the talks take place in a constructive atmosphere discussions have been difficult. No solution has been identified at this point which is consistent with the WA including the protocol on NI which won't be reopened.'
Attorney General Geoffrey Cox: 'We're into the meat of the matter now. We have put forward some proposals, very reasonable proposals. Both sides have exchanged robust, strong views and we are now facing the real discussions. Talks will be resuming soon.'
Commission spokesman adds that Barnier 'offered ideas on how to give further assurances' that the backstop will only apply for as long as necessary, unless and until it can be replaced by a future trading relationship. He adds that further technical talks will carry on all week.
