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1: EU27 ambassadors met to discuss the latest developments in the Brexit negotiations tonight, here is what we've discovered
2: Brussels is concerned about the 'divisive' approach being taken by Boris Johnson in the House of Commons, some at the meeting suggested this makes a deal less likely.
3: One source said: 'It is increasingly difficult to see how the Government can get a majority given the divisions are getting more entrenched by the day.'
4: Without wanting to create deadlines for Boris Johnson to present his finalised Brexit plans, EU capitals expect them 'as soon as possible' after the Conservative party conference.
5: An official said: 'The timetable is getting very tight. For leaders to endorse a deal at the summit, it needs to have been pretty much wrapped up.'
6: EU sources warning that leaders will not be able to discuss legal texts at the European summit on October 17.
7: On the new negotiating papers presented by the Government, EU officials say: 'They are same as the others, they leave more questions than answers.'
