BBC Newsnight: Bernard Jenkin has explained why preparing for a no deal Brexit is hugely important (Image: BBC Newsnight)
The Boris Johnson supporter told Emily Maitlis on BBC Newsnight preparing to leave without a withdrawal agreement “make it much less likely”. The MP for Harwich and North Essex claimed negotiations aren’t closed with the EU and there is still time to do what is in the “interest of the people”. Mr Jenkin said: “We will be cashing it, not crashing out.
“The economy will probably grow faster in the first year after we leave the EU.
“Even without a withdrawal agreement.”
Host Ms Maitlis quickly interjected to question the MP: “Is this you or is this Boris Johnson?
“He’s just said it’s very unlikely we’ll leave with no deal and you seem positively excited about no deal now.”
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