'A huge relief': Historic UK-EU trade deal avoids cliff-edge Brexit for green businesses

Michael Holder
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Brexit deal finally brokered on Christmas Eve, but big questions remain over long term ramifications for environmental standards and green trade

The UK and the European Union have finally come to an agreement on their future relationship after the Brexit transition period ends next week, with the two sides announcing an historic trade deal on Christmas...

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