Former EU Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier has issued a stark warning to the UK government, stating that member states will firmly reject any British attempts to follow economic rules on an ‘a la carte’ basis.
Defending the Single Market Integrity
Speaking to the BBC, Barnier emphasized that the European Union’s economic rules are non-negotiable and cannot be selectively chosen. This stance reinforces the bloc’s long-standing position that nations cannot enjoy the benefits of the single market without shouldering its corresponding responsibilities.
- Strict rejection of selective compliance.
The EU remains committed to safeguarding the integrity of its internal market against piecemeal agreements.