Brexit: European Council adopts decision to extend the period under Article 50

Brexit: European Council adopts decision to extend the period under Article 50

30/10/2019 - Institutional affairs

The extension will last until 31 January 2020 to allow more time for the ratification of the withdrawal agreement. The withdrawal can take place earlier on 1 December 2019 or 1 January 2020, if the withdrawal agreement is ratified by both parties.

• European Council decision taken in agreement with the United Kingdom extending the period under Article 50(3)TEU
• Declaration of the European Council (Article 50)
• Special coverage: Brexit