United Kingdom: The surprise resignation of Secretary of State David Frostow for Brexit

British media on Saturday evening referred to the sudden resignation of David Frost, the foreign minister in charge of Brexit. Downing Street confirmed the news in the evening.

Indeed, the services of Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirmed Frost’s resignation on Saturday evening, publishing the latter’s letter and the head of the government’s response.

In a letter to Johnson, Lord Frost said “Brexit is now safe” while he was “concerned about the current direction of travel”.

Emphasizing the “immediate” impact of his resignation, David Frost spoke of his desire to see the British economy “lower taxes”.

He said, “I hope we get as far as we need to go, which is: an economy that is lightly regulated, has low tax rates, entrepreneurship and modern science and development.” I am at the forefront.” writing.

The measures taken in July to revive the economy were not irreversible, he expressed regret, noting that he expected the country to be back on track “soon” and would not be affected by the kind of measures that we have seen elsewhere. Have seen.”

In response to this letter, Boris Johnson said that Lord Frost should be “extremely proud” of the service he has rendered to this government and the United Kingdom.

It should be noted that David Frost led the negotiations for London with the European Union on the implementation of Brexit, and in particular regarding the application of the controversial protocol on Northern Ireland.

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