Brexit: What on earth's going on?

Uncertainty has resulted in 2% less growth

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Theresa May has asked the European Union (EU) for a delay in the UK's departure until 30 June, with EU officials indicating they would only grant an extension on the grounds of Parliament agreeing a deal.

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