Brexit LIVE: Frost’s ‘sneaky play’ to twist EU into backing down over hated deal unveiled – Daily Express

Rishi Sunak would take a softer approach in crunch talks with the European Union if he succeeded Boris Johnson next year, according to a commentator.

Mujtaba Rahman, the head of Eurasia Groups Europe practice, highlighted how the Prime Minister is facing a backlash over alleged rule-breaking Christmas parties, as well as a rebellion over new Covid restrictions, while Labour has taken a lead in polls.

Mr Rahman said next May's local elections could be the final straw for Mr Johnson and spark a vote of no confidence if they do not go well for the Tories.

Writing for Politico, Mr Rahman said: "But what if Johnson doesnt make it?

"As it stands, the two front-runners to succeed him next year are Chancellor Rishi Sunak and Foreign Secretary Liz Truss, who are both already on discreet manoeuvres given Johnsons troubles.

"Although Sunak probably wouldnt want to risk alienating Tory members by advertising it in advance, as prime minister, he would likely adopt a more pragmatic approach to EU relations than Johnson or Truss.

"His approach would be driven by economic realities rather than ideology, and he would be more likely than Truss to actually 'move on' from Brexit and eventually reset relations with the EU."

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Brexit LIVE: Frost's 'sneaky play' to twist EU into backing down over hated deal unveiled - Daily Express