EU's Schinas: Only natural to prepare for every Brexit eventuality

EU Commission spokesperson Margaritis Schinas speaks to reporters in Brussels

• The EU negotiates in good faith with the UK

Some general comments by the EU on the Brexit topic. Meanwhile, wires are noting that Dutch PM Mark Rutte mentioned that Barnier has already began discussions on second phase of Brexit talks.

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