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Key moments in the long-running process.

The controversial counter-proposal to Boris Johnson’s deal would see the Irish backstop scrapped while removing a customs border in the Irish sea and keeping the border open.

Angela McGowan, director of the CBI in Northern Ireland, said the ripple effect of a Brexit deal will hit business investment and productivity.

“Would I rather accept a new European treaty that is frankly very bad for us? Or would I prefer for us to have an extension and a general election? I would always prefer the latter option.”

Announcement throws political parties’ response on Saturday’s historic vote into disarray.

The biggest sticking point in the talks between the EU and the UK was how to ensure free-flowing movement across the Irish border.

“If the Government is so confident they’ve secured a good Brexit deal then they shouldn't shy away from putting it to the people.”

A deal has been agreed.

Arlene Foster and Nigel Dodds have highlighted three major obstacles, dealing a blow to Boris as the EU summit kicks off.