The government is still hopeful of reaching a deal with the EU about the terms of our leaving and future relationship. However, the EU is saying that a sticking point is the question over the Irish border. I believe this to be a red herring.

Today’s White Paper, ‘Sustainable Fisheries for Future Generations’, sets out a future UK fisheries policy for when we leave the EU and take back control of our waters.This White Paper outlines the steps that will ensure access to UK waters will be on our terms and to the benefit of UK fishermen,