UK environment secretary denies Cummings' exit will affect Brexit

George Eustice says negotiations with Brussels have always been led by David Frost

The UK environment secretary, George Eustice, has denied that the departure of Dominic Cummings - one of the architects of Vote Leave - will have any impact on Brexit negotiations.

As the Brexit deal deadline approaches, Eustice sought to downplay Cummings' exit from No 10 by arguing it would not alter discussions with Brussels as UK negotiations are led by David Frost.