France PM: the stakes are high if there is no Brexit deal

The video discusses the significant challenges posed by Brexit, particularly if no agreement is reached. It highlights the potential increase in controls affecting fluidity, competitiveness, and comfort for travelers and goods. The video also details the preparations made since April, including hiring customs officers and veterinarians, to handle a no-deal Brexit scenario. Additionally, it covers contingency plans to ensure security and prevent fraud, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for any outcome.

What are the potential consequences of not reaching a Brexit agreement?

• Improved comfort for travelers

• Increased fluidity in trade

• Enhanced competitiveness

• More controls and checks

What measures have been taken to prepare for a no-deal Brexit?

• Reducing the number of customs officers

• Building new ports

• Increasing tariffs on goods

• Hiring more veterinarians

Why is hiring customs officers important in the context of Brexit?

• To increase the number of imports

• To ensure smooth trade operations

• To reduce the number of travelers

• To decrease the number of exports

What is the hope expressed in the final section regarding Brexit?

• That all trade will stop

• That security measures will be reduced

• That no agreement will be reached

• That an agreement will be found

What is the plan if things do not go as expected with Brexit?

• To stop all trade activities

• To increase travel restrictions

• To ignore security concerns

• To address security and fraud issues