Despite accusing Keir Starmer of “surrendering” to the European Union, the Reform UK leader failed to turn up for a discussion about the trade deal in parliament.
The Newsnight host pointed out just how out of the step the Tories are.
"The government has got to show far more ambition if we are to truly unlock the benefits of a renewed relationship with our European partners."
The government is preparing to welcome EU leaders in London today
For those of us sick of having to 'get busy waiting' in passport queues at the EU border, some good news is on the horizon.
The so-called Brexit reset deal is expected to be announced as early as Monday 19 May - but what is likely to change?
As Keir Starmer prepares to announce his third international trade agreement of the month, the Brexit reset deal looks like a gamechanger.
More Brexit lies reveal themselves.
Taking back control