Alex Pigman

Johnson has insisted Britain will "prosper mightily" whatever the outcome of the talks, but he will face severe political and economic fallout if he cannot seal a deal.

The deal was sealed after intense negotiations that saw threats of walkouts, vetoes and fierce opposition from the Netherlands and Austria.

The commission's historic ruling against Apple was delivered in August 2016 by Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager.

Europe faces its biggest recession in the bloc's 63-year history, and states are under pressure to look beyond their own borders.

Monday's video conference with European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and European Council chief Charles Michel will review progress in the talks.

Britain and European Union will begin the next level of post-Brexit trade talks on Monday that will be followed by videoconferences throughout the week.

The COVID-19 outbreak has brought the European economy to it knees and Italy, with the backing of France and Spain, wants a massive response from EU partners.

The drawn-out tussle for money is a Brussels ritual, but is especially problematic this time around because of Britain's departure from the EU.

EU negotiator Michel Barnier said during the next phase of Brexit, Brussels and London will "have to rebuild everything".