While UK PM May is seeking Brexit extension till June 30, it’s reported that EU Tusk is considering “flextension” instead.
An unnamed EU official was quoted saying “the only reasonable way out would be a long but flexible extension. I would call it a ‘flextension’.” That is, “we could give the UK a year-long extension, automatically terminated once the Withdrawal Agreement has been accepted and ratified by the House of Commons”.
One clear advantage is that even if the Commons cannot approve the WA, “UK would still have enough time to rethink its Brexit strategy. A short extension if possible, and a long one if necessary. It seems to be a good scenario for both sides, as it gives the UK all the necessary flexibility, while avoiding the need to meet every few weeks to further discuss Brexit extensions”.
