UK-EU summit will be step on path to better relations, says Rachel Reeves

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The UK-EU summit on Monday is a step towards" a deeper and ongoing partnership with Europe, the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has said, saying any deal struck next week will not be a one off."

In an interview with the Guardian, Reeves suggested the government was looking for closer ties with Europe beyond what was on the table this coming Monday, adding: There will be future areas in which we can do more."