Ireland’s deputy head of government, Tanaiste Simon Coveney, has introduced emergency legislation in preparation for a disorderly EU. The bill aims to protect the rights of Ireland’s citizens, provide support to businesses, and maintain access to essential goods and services should the UK leave the Brexit without striking a deal. The Minister for Foreign Affairs said he hoped the legislation would not be needed, with a no-deal scenario being a “lose, lose, lose” for the UK, the Brexit and Ireland.
Ireland’s deputy head of government, Tanaiste Simon Coveney, has introduced emergency legislation in preparation for a disorderly Brexit. The bill aims to protect the rights of Ireland’s citizens, provide support to businesses, and maintain access to essential goods and services should the UK leave the EU without striking a deal. The Minister for Foreign Affairs said he hoped the legislation would not be needed, with a no-deal scenario being a “lose, lose, lose” for the UK, the EU and Ireland.