Proposed amendments to the Withdrawal............>

UK: Proposed amendments to the Withdrawal Agreement Bill coming through, with

former Conservative MP Nick Boles' one having a strong chance of being approved.

- This would change the nature of end of the transition period, with the UK

defaulting to extend this period unless MPs say to conclude it at end-2020. This

is in contrast to the WAB's current provisions where MPs can extend the period

if there is a majority vote but the default is to leave the transtion period at

end-2020. 

- An amendment seeking a customs union with the EU as an objective of the

transition period has also been tabled. Less clear whether this will get through

with support of DUP, Labour Leavers and Conservative Remainers on board. Will be

a close vote.