By Jason Groves Political Editor For The Daily Mail
Published: 00:02 BST, 12 April 2019 | Updated: 01:29 BST, 12 April 2019
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Theresa May edged closer to a compromise with Labour on a customs union last night as she resumed Brexit talks with Jeremy Corbyn.
The two met in Parliament hours after Mrs May told MPs there was 'more agreement in relation to a customs union than is often given credit'.
The Labour leader also suggested the talks – which have now lasted nine days – were making progress.
Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn are edging closer to a Brexit compromise following cross-party talks
He said: 'I welcome the indications from the Government that they may be willing to move in the key areas that have prevented the Prime Minister's deal from being supported on this side.'
Addressing MPs after agreeing the Halloween Brexit extension, Mrs May said it was 'in the national interest' to reach a consensus.
She added: 'This is not the normal way of British politics and it is uncomfortable for many in both the Government and opposition parties.
'Reaching an agreement will not be easy, because to be successful, it will require both sides to make compromises.
'But however challenging it may be politically, I profoundly believe that in this unique situation where the House is deadlocked, it is incumbent on both front benches to seek to work together to deliver what the British people voted for.'
Mrs May said she hoped to agree a 'single unified approach' with
