Image copyright Reuters Brexit supporters have rejected plans reportedly backed by Bank of England Governor Mark Carney for an extended transition when Britain leaves the EU.
He hosted dinners last week with business leaders about keeping single market access for at least two years after Brexit, the Sunday Times claims.
But former cabinet minister Michael Gove told the BBC that such a plan could complicate the Brexit process.
A Bank spokesman declined to discuss “private meetings and conversations”.
Business has become increasingly concerned about a so-called “cliff-edge” change in trading relations with Europe after Brexit.
Prime Minister Theresa May acknowledged the unease during a speech at the CBI conference on Monday.
And in an interview, also in the Sunday Times, she admitted that the complexities of Brexit was something that kept her awake at night. However, she said she wanted to “get on with the deal” of leaving the EU.
Economic cushionMr Carney reportedly hosted a dinner la..
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