Will put another motion to parliament by Feb 27

In a meeting today, May told cabinet that it was clear that discussions with the EU will need a little more time to conclude and so they will not be bringing forward a meaningful vote this week. She told cabinet they are seeking 'legally binding' changes to the backstop.

So strike that off the calendar.

The pound hasn't reacted to the news and is flat on the day at 1.2852.

The Sun earlier reported that Boris Johnson could give May a lift by saying could back her Brexit deal if the Irish backstop is limited to 18 months so long as it has a way to exit unilaterally.