LONDON – Prime Minister Theresa May’s office has underscored that Britain will not remain in a customs union with the European Union after the U.K. breaks with the 28-nation bloc.
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After a weekend of conflicting statements from government officials, May’s office told the Press Association on Monday that it is not their policy to be in a customs union.
The comment comes as Britain seeks to clarify its position ahead of a new round of talks between Britain and the EU.
May’s party has been split between those who want a complete break from the EU and those who want to keep Britain’s economy closely aligned with the bloc and its market of 500 million people.
