'Backstop' for Irish Border remains sticking point in Brexit deal

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It's been confirmed the UK and the EU have agreed most of the draft Brexit treaty - but there are still issues around the Irish Border.

Brexit Secretary, David Davis and Brussels Chief Negotiator, Michel Barnier have been holding a joint press conference.

Mr Davis says they'll decide on a "back stop" option in case there's no final deal but he still hopes Northern Ireland won't be left under different rules to the rest of the United Kingdom.

That option would mean Northern Ireland would stay in the single market and customs union if no other solution can be found.

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