UK Transport Secretary to prioritise 'the right deal for airlines' in Brexit negotiations

UK's Secretary of State for Transport Chris Grayling stated (25-Jan-2017) his priority in Brexit is to, "Secure the right deal for airlines", while confirming plans to push for a, "New, comprehensive, free trade agreement, giving us the best possible access to the single market". Mr Grayling concluded, "We believe it is in the EU's interests to seek a liberal arrangement for aviation, so that airlines can offer connectivity...The fact remains that other countries want to do business with us". [more - original PR]