Brexit: Trade talks hang in balance as UK rejects EU ultimatum

Talks over a trade deal with the EU are hanging in the balance amid a stand-off over the UK’s plans to override part of the Brexit withdrawal agreement.

The EU has warned the UK it could face legal action if it does not ditch controversial elements of the internal market bill by the end of the month.

Concerned conservative members of parliament have launched a bid to amend the new law, but ministers say they will not give way.

Trade talks are due to resume on Monday amid significant differences.