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Boris Johnson resists calls to extend Brexit transition despite border chaos

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Boris Johnson is resisting mounting pressure to extend the Brexit transition period after border chaos following the discovery of a new coronavirus strain.

France, Germany, Italy, Belgium and the Netherlands imposed travel restrictions on Britain after the emergence of the new variant, which is thought to spread up to 70% more quickly.

Nicola Sturgeon said it was “imperative” to secure a delay to Britain’s departure from the EU following the latest crisis, while London Mayor Sadiq Khan said it would be “reckless” to press ahead.

However No10 flatly ruled out a delay and the prospect of “stand still” arrangements into next year. Tory Defence Committee chairman Tobias Ellwood also urged the Government to delay, saying: “If there’s no deal

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