May Tells U.K. Businesses Brexit Deal is 'Decisive' But Not Final

The transcript discusses the UK's withdrawal from the EU, highlighting the draft political declaration and the withdrawal agreement. It outlines the upcoming negotiations and the core elements of the deal, emphasizing control over borders, money, and laws. The UK aims to exit EU programs that do not serve its interests, such as the common agricultural and fisheries policies.

What was the main focus of the initial negotiations between the UK and the EU?

• The future relationship and political declaration

• The common agricultural policy

• The economic impact of Brexit

• The role of the European Court of Justice

What is expected to happen during the intense week of negotiations leading up to the European Council?

• Revisiting the 2016 referendum results

• Discussing the role of the NHS post-Brexit

• Finalizing the details of the framework for the future relationship

• Negotiating new trade deals with non-EU countries

Which of the following is NOT a core element of the withdrawal agreement?

• Control over UK borders

• Control over UK money

• Continued participation in the common fisheries policy

• Ending the jurisdiction of the European Court of Justice

What does the withdrawal agreement aim to achieve regarding UK laws?

• Allow EU oversight on UK legal matters

• Integrate UK laws with EU regulations

• Ensure UK laws are made and enforced within the UK

• Maintain EU jurisdiction over UK laws

Which policy is the UK planning to exit as part of the withdrawal agreement?

• The common agricultural policy

• The European Space Agency

• The European Central Bank

• The Schengen Agreement