EU and UK Set 22 July Summit for Brexit Reset Talks

5 hours ago, webfact said:

The European Union and the United Kingdom have confirmed that their next summit aimed at improving post-Brexit relations will take place on 22 July in Brussels, following months of delays linked to disagreements over a proposed youth mobility scheme.

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The meeting had originally been scheduled for May but was pushed back several times as negotiators struggled to reach common ground on a programme that would allow people under 30 to work, study and travel more freely between the UK and EU.

Youth Mobility Talks Remain Key Obstacle

The proposed scheme has emerged as one of the most contentious issues in the negotiations. Discussions stalled in recent weeks, prompting speculation that the summit could be postponed until later in the year.

Speaking at the G7 gathering in Evian on Tuesday, António Costa confirmed the summit date and stressed the importance of closer cooperation between the two sides.

He said strong collaboration between the EU and UK was vital for Europe's security, resilience and economic prosperity, adding that both parties were working to ensure the summit's success.

EU diplomats have indicated that progress on a youth experience programme remains a key condition for holding the summit. The bloc has reportedly insisted that an agreement on the issue is necessary before leaders meet.

Starmer Pushes for Closer Ties

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his government was fulfilling its pledge to improve relations with Europe and place Britain at the centre of European affairs.

He said closer cooperation would help address living costs, support employment and create opportunities for younger people.

Meanwhile, Naomi Smith, head of the pro-EU organisation Best for Britain, said the importance of the EU was growing and argued that even signalling a future ambition to seek membership could strengthen support for closer ties.

Trade and Climate Issues Also on Agenda

Alongside youth mobility, negotiators are working on a food and agricultural trade agreement designed to reduce border bureaucracy and physical inspections on UK exports entering the EU.

The proposed sanitary and phytosanitary arrangement would involve Britain aligning with EU standards. Parts of the deal have already been agreed, and the UK has begun outlining some of the checks that would be removed ahead of its expected implementation, likely next summer.

Discussions are also advancing on linking emissions trading systems. Such an arrangement would align UK and EU carbon trading rules and help address charges applied to products with high carbon emissions.

Delays Frustrated EU Officials

In recent months, some senior EU diplomats expressed concern that progress in the reset process was slowing despite repeated commitments from Starmer's government since taking office in 2024.

A further sticking point has been UK opposition to some EU proposals within the youth programme, including restoring home-fee tuition status for EU students studying in Britain, a benefit that existed before Brexit.

Despite the delays, both sides are now preparing for the July summit as negotiations continue on the remaining unresolved issues.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 18 June 2026

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Finally 💗💗💗. Straight on, Keir❗

7 hours ago, webfact said:

strong collaboration between the EU and UK was vital for Europe's security, resilience and economic prosperity, adding that both parties were working to ensure the summit's success.

I can't help but to think that POTUS Trump's appearance, behavior, and threats for America's military and economic abandonment of G6 nations that impacts both UK and EU security, resilience and economic prosperity was part of the motivation to improve relations with Europe and place Britain at the center of European affairs.

The anti democratic lying tyrant selling out the Brexit vote.

No wonder he is so despised.

7 hours ago, JonnyF said:

The anti democratic lying tyrant selling out the Brexit vote.

No wonder he is so despised.

How is Starmer selling out the Brexit vote? Did Brexit mean that the UK should sever all ties with the EU?

In what way(s) is Starmer incorrect in stating that, " ... strong collaboration between the EU and UK was vital for Europe's security, resilience and economic prosperity"?

What objection do you have to the EU and UK working on agreements to reduce border bureaucracy and physical inspections for exports into/ out of the UK?

14 hours ago, RayC said:

How is Starmer selling out the Brexit vote? Did Brexit mean that the UK should sever all ties with the EU?

In what way(s) is Starmer incorrect in stating that, " ... strong collaboration between the EU and UK was vital for Europe's security, resilience and economic prosperity"?

What objection do you have to the EU and UK working on agreements to reduce border bureaucracy and physical inspections for exports into/ out of the UK?

He's taking us back in via the back door. Starmers favourite entrance.

Anyway he will be gone soon. Burnham won Makerfield.

37 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

He's taking us back in via the back door. Starmers favourite entrance.

Anyway he will be gone soon. Burnham won Makerfield.

He may well be. If he does resign or lose the leadership election, I hope Burnham keeps him on as Foreign Secretary.

36 minutes ago, brewsterbudgen said:

He may well be. If he does resign or lose the leadership election, I hope Burnham keeps him on as Foreign Secretary.

Burnham despises Starmer almost as much as the rest of the country.

So thats about as likely as Farage making Lowe deputy PM after the next GE.

Not much point meeting lame duck Starmer seeing as he will be gone soon.

Better off meeting Burnham.

So it would,d be something like the "Norway option"? 😂

5 hours ago, JonnyF said:

He's taking us back in via the back door. Starmers favourite entrance.

Anyway he will be gone soon. Burnham won Makerfield.

So merely talking to each other about matters of common interest such as the economy and security is taking the UK back into the EU?

I'll repeat my questions: What's your alternative? Severing ties with the EU completely?

35 minutes ago, RayC said:

So merely talking to each other about matters of common interest such as the economy and security is taking the UK back into the EU?

I'll repeat my questions: What's your alternative? Severing ties with the EU completely?

Do some research into what they are actually discussing.

The treachery of this fascist is unbelievable.

No wonder the anti Democrats who wanted to overturn the brexit vote love him. Mentioning no names of course Raymond.

3 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Do some research into what they are actually discussing.

The treachery of this fascist is unbelievable.

No wonder the anti Democrats who wanted to overturn the brexit vote love him. Mentioning no names of course Raymond.

The article makes clear what they are discussing, Jonathan: a wide range of topics from youth mobility through to sanitary and phytosanitary standards via the economy and security issues. Do you have a more detailed insight into these discussions - the working papers, perhaps - to support your contention? If so, please share them here.

I'll repeat my previous post below for ease of reference. Perhaps you might try addressing the questions directly - although I live more in hope that expectation of that haplening - rather than simply posting empty rhetoric.

So merely talking to each other about matters of common interest such as the economy and security is taking the UK back into the EU?

I'll repeat my questions: What's your alternative? Severing ties with the EU completely?

OK fine EU vs UK who wants who back?

2 minutes ago, RayC said:

The article makes clear what they are discussing, Jonathan: a wide range of topics from youth mobility through to sanitary and phytosanitary standards via the economy and security issues.

Yes.

A polite way of saying opening borders again and tying ourselves to them economically and militarily.

Disgusting treachery.

I'd like increased distance from the anti democratic, technocratic, protectionist corrupt failing federalist racket.

I think thats clear enough that even you will understand it so no need to repeat your stupid question. 😃

5 hours ago, JonnyF said:

Burnham despises Starmer almost as much as the rest of the country.

So thats about as likely as Farage making Lowe deputy PM after the next GE.

You're probably right (for a change).

6 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Yes.

A polite way of saying opening borders again and tying ourselves to them economically and militarily.

Disgusting treachery.

I'd like increased distance from the anti democratic, technocratic, protectionist corrupt failing federalist racket.

I think thats clear enough that even you will understand it so no need to repeat your stupid question. 😃

So sever ties with a bloc which accounts for 45% of our trading volume and with whom we have been in a security alliance for +/-70 years!*

Only an economic genius and one of the world's foremost security experts could come with an innovative plan like that!🤦

* Before you embark on yet another diversion, I'm well aware that the EU and NATO are separate organisations. However, the fact remains that most NATO members are also members of the EU. Imo the actions of your hero who currently occupies the White House, means that closer cooperation with the EU and its' member states is in both our interests. Not that I expect you to put your bigotry aside and consider this possibility.

14 minutes ago, RayC said:

So sever ties with a bloc which accounts for 45% of our trading volume and with whom we have been in a security alliance for +/-70 years!*

Only an economic genius and one of the world's foremost security experts could come with an innovative plan like that!🤦

* Before you embark on yet another diversion, I'm well aware that the EU and NATO are separate organisations. However, the fact remains that most NATO members are also members of the EU. Imo the actions of your hero who currently occupies the White House, means that closer cooperation with the EU and its' member states is in both our interests. Not that I expect you to put your bigotry aside and consider this possibility.

Not sever. Distance.

We need to be closer with the US. Freedom of speech, real values and democracy.

But your bigotry and hatred of the US and what it represents blinds you to the opportunity.

Sad.

4 minutes ago, JonnyF said:

Not sever. Distance.

We need to be closer with the US. Freedom of speech, real values and democracy.

But your bigotry and hatred of the US and what it represents blinds you to the opportunity.

Sad.

More evasion and defection.

What does "distancing" ourselves from the EU mean in practical terms? Ripping up every law which originated in Brussels from the statute book?

Trump has a mandate to govern the US, but his rhetoric and actions hardly show a desire to uphold free speech and democracy ('real values' is a meaningless phrase without a definition).

On 6/19/2026 at 4:28 PM, RayC said:

More evasion and defection.

What does "distancing" ourselves from the EU mean in practical terms? Ripping up every law which originated in Brussels from the statute book?

That would be a good start. And leaving the ECHR obviously.

On 6/19/2026 at 4:28 PM, RayC said:

Trump has a mandate to govern the US, but his rhetoric and actions hardly show a desire to uphold free speech and democracy ('real values' is a meaningless phrase without a definition).

America has freedom of speech. Hopefully that will return to the UK now your fascist tyrant hero Starmer is going.

16 hours ago, JonnyF said:

That would be a good start. And leaving the ECHR obviously.

America has freedom of speech. Hopefully that will return to the UK now your fascist tyrant hero Starmer is going.

Starmer is not a fascist, a tyrant or a hero of mine.

We could have left the ECHR when we were in the EU. That we didn't was, I assume, due to successive (Tory) governments, in common with 46 other European nations, 1) having a regard for Human Rights and, moreover, 2) not being naive enough to believe that turning the UK into a European version of North Korea by removing ourself from all European institutions/organisations was not the panacea for the UK's problems.

When I suggested ripping up every law that originated from Brussels, I was being sarcastic. I didn't expect even you to take the remark seriously, but then I should have taken into account that your irrational hatred of the EU knows no bounds.

Notwithstanding the practical problems in ripping up such laws in fell swoop - i.e. that by doing so, an unmanageable vacuum in legislation would be created; something even Brexit's #1 son, Jacob Rees-Moog, recognised - presumably you also consider that the laws relating to Workers Rights, Consumer Protection, Food Safety, Environmental Protection, Animal Welfare, etc (the list goes on) are all 'bad' laws simply by definition as their source was the EU.

You really are clueless.