Macron Criticizes UK Government Over Brexit

France’s Emmanuel Macron criticized the British government on Thursday, saying post-Brexit relationships with the UK are difficult because the UK does not do what it promises to do. “I hope Britain will re-commit to proper relations”, he said.

French president’s comments come against the background of the negotiations with France and the EU over access for the former’s fishing fleet to UK waters and the implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol.

France has threatened retaliatory trade and legal measures against the UK if more fishermen aren’t granted licenses, while the EU has threatened to retaliate against the UK if it triggers Article 16 of the NIP.


The UK claims that if an agreement cannot be reached with the EU on the NIP, Article 16 would allow it to unilaterally make changes to trade arrangements with Northern Ireland, remain on the table.

The sterling is unmoved following the latest comments from Macron. GBP/USD continues to trade close to recent lows around 1.3200.