Statement by An Taoiseach, 9 December 2018

Issued by the Government Press Office

The Taoiseach and European Council President Donald Tusk spoke by phone this afternoon.

They discussed this week's European Council meeting and the current situation on Brexit.

They agreed that the Withdrawal Agreement is the best option and could not be renegotiated. They also agreed that preparations for a ‘no deal’ outcome should intensify.