Settle Brexit bill quickly to boost chance of free trade deal, say pro-EU Tories
by Heather Stewart Political editor from World news | The Guardian on (#2H8MG)
Prime minister urged not to heed call by hardliners to refuse to settle debts with Brussels after triggering article 50
Theresa May will be urged by pro-EU Conservatives to reach a quick deal over the divorce bill from Brussels in order to maximise the chances of reaching a free trade deal within the tight deadline for Brexit talks.
As the prime minister prepares to trigger article 50, the formal process for leaving the EU, on Wednesday, rebel Tories who seek the closest possible relationship with the EU are preparing to offer May political cover for settling what they see as Britain's debts to Brussels.
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