Davey on European Political Community Summit: PM needs to be “bold and ambitious” but EU leaders need to “play ball”

EMBARGO: 22.30 Thursday 15th May

Ahead of the European Political Community Summit today (16th May), Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey said:

"The Prime Minister must be bold and ambitious, using today’s talks to set out his stall for Monday’s vital 'reset' summit.

"Between securing a youth mobility scheme, agreeing a comprehensive defence pact and making progress on building a bespoke customs union, he has the opportunity to deliver genuine growth and security for our country.  

"EU leaders need to play ball too. In the face of Trump's unpredictability and Putin's barbaric imperialism, it's vital that we deepen our cooperation across trade and defence - and prevent talks stalling in a quagmire of petty disputes. A proper deal between the UK and EU will benefit us all.”

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