EU, U.K. Head for Fresh Brexit Collision Over Northern Ireland

EU Commission promises ‘swift’ response if U.K. breaches deal
British and EU officials meeting in London this week

Tensions Rising at Border After EU Threat To Impose Checks — Photographer: Paul Faith/Bloomberg

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By Joe Mayes and John Follain

June 7, 2021 at 3:26 PM UTC

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June 8, 2021 at 8:13 AM UTC

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The U.K. and European Union are on course for a fresh confrontation over Northern Ireland, with the bloc warning of “swift” and “firm” action if Britain again breaches the terms of the Brexit deal.