European Union Rejects British Call for New Northern Ireland Deal

The European Union has reportedly rejected a proposal by the United Kingdom to discuss a new post-Brexit trade deal, regulating Northern Ireland, Reuters reported.

Last year, an arrangement has already been reached regarding the issue after four years of negotiations between the two parties.

However, businesses in Northern Ireland are complaining the new deal is hurting trade exchange, with some believing it weakening ties with Britain.

The British government has told the parliament that it does not plan to maintain the current situation, seeking a new balance without the European bloc’s oversight.

It is possible that London could move unilaterally on the issue, but it remains to be seen how this might affect cooperation with the European Union.

The European Union’s executive branch, the European Commission, has expressed no interest in renegotiation the protocol, calling for respecting international legal obligations.