UK prime minister Theresa May is aiming to set the agenda , rather than the current Union , by presenting a draft text of proposals , notably on trade and security , from the other summit ahead of this summit 's Brexit summit . It is rumoured that the document , which could be published next month , may run to over 50 pages . A Whitehall has said the move is aimed at preventing the UK government from being " boxed in " by EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier , but critics have warned May risks humiliation if her demands are n't met .
UK prime minister Theresa May is aiming to set the agenda, rather than the European Union, by presenting a draft text of requirements, notably on trade and security, from the other members ahead of this summer's Brexit negotiations. It is rumoured that the document, which could be published next month, may run to over 50 pages. A Whitehall source said the move is aimed at preventing the UK government from being "boxed in" by EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier, but critics have warned May risks humiliation if her demands aren't met.