Summary
The UK and EU are preparing for a summit in London to discuss two main issues: youth mobility and fishing rights. After Brexit, the freedom for young people to move between the UK and EU changed, and now there are talks about creating a new scheme for young people. Fishing rights are also up for negotiation, with the EU seeking to extend the current deal, while the UK has different demands.
Key Facts
- Before Brexit, people could move freely between the UK and EU. This is no longer the case.
- The EU wants a new "youth mobility scheme" for people aged 18 to 30, allowing them to stay up to four years.
- Currently, the UK has a Youth Mobility Scheme that doesn't include the EU and requires fees and savings for application.
- The UK rejected an earlier EU proposal due to concerns about increasing immigration.
- Fishing rights were part of the post-Brexit deal, set to expire in 2026, and are a point of negotiation.
- The fishing sector was a significant topic in Brexit discussions but represents a small part of the UK economy.
- Some EU countries wish to extend current fishing arrangements beyond 2026.
