Fact checks on the key issues debated and reported during the UK's negotiations to leave the european union
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Opinion polling suggests that the Chequers deal has marginally less support than the Poll Tax did at its least popular – but less outright opposition. Read
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The government modelled the impact of different post-Brexit trade deals on the economy. They expect slower growth under each model, but the exact details remain unclear. Read
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The UK government has put forward proposals for a “facilitated customs arrangement” to replace the relationship we have with the EU through the customs union. We took a look at how it could work. Read
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The UK has been the third or fourth largest contributing country to the EU budget in recent years, and of the 28 member states is one of 10 to contribute more than it gets back in receipts. Read
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Sick and pregnant MPs had to physically vote on the Brexit bill in person last week, we’ve looked at what the rules on this are. Read
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In 2016, the majority of Northern Irish goods trade sent outside its borders went to Great Britain. Read
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The OBR has estimated that the Brexit “divorce” bill will come to £37 billion and will be paid off by 2064. Read
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After Brexit, the UK will no longer be subject to EU laws which prohibit mobile roaming fees within the EU. Read
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Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn clashed on small businesses and Brexit negotiations. We factchecked their claims. Read
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In January Nigel Farage said that he feared we may have to have a second EU referendum. Read
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