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Brexiteer cabinet ministers in plan to shift May on EU deal
Source: BBC
A group of five ministers in Theresa May's top team are hoping to persuade her to make changes to her draft Brexit deal, the BBC understands.
Andrea Leadsom, leader of the Commons, is believed to be coordinating the group.
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The 585-page document sets out the terms of the UK's departure and includes details such as how much money will be paid to the EU, details of the transition period and citizens rights.
The deal prompted the start of a tumultuous few days for Mrs May, with two senior ministers and several other junior ministers and aides resigning.
Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-politics-46243745