Taoiseach Says It Would Be "Problematic" If UK Attempts To Override Parts Of The Brexit Deal.

Sunday, 13 June 2021 12:22

File image: Taoiseach, Micheál Martin/RollingNews

It's considering unilateral action to delay checks on chilled meats

The Taoiseach says it would be "very problematic" if the UK government tries to over-ride parts of the Brexit deal again.

It's considering unilateral action to delay checks on chilled meats between Britain and the North, including sausages, beyond the end of this month.

#Brexit: Micheál Martin says it would be "very problematic" if the UK government extends unilaterally the grace period for restrictions on chilled meats moving between GB and NI https://t.co/PT4RHNnvKu
— BBC News NI (@BBCNewsNI) June 13, 2021

The British Prime Minister's been urged by EU leaders at the G7 summit in Cornwall to fully implement the terms of the Northern Ireland protocol.

Taoiseach Micheal Martin says the UK acting alone could undermine relations:

The UK Foreign Secretary has accused the EU of taking a "lopsided approach" to the Northern Ireland protocol.

Dominic Raab says a solution that works for both sides needs to be found:

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