LONDON (Reuters) - British legislators could be reminded of legislating for a Brexit trade agreement early next week if one is negotiated with the European Union, with negotiations set to begin "in the coming days," the office of Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Wednesday.
Parliament will start its annual Christmas break on Thursday, the statement said, having completed all the requisite legislation for the end of the current Brexit transition phase.
"The time for an agreement with the EU is now short, and we expect discussions to continue in the coming days," the statement said. "If one is obtained, we will recall MPs (Members of Parliament) and Peers to legislate for an agreement. The reminder could be as early as next week.
Parliament will need to send 48 hours' notice to lawmakers for any recall.
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