Navy ready to protect UK fishermen in event of no-deal Brexit

Synopsis

Peter Coughlin has been fishing off the coast of Hastings for nearly half a century. He expresses indifference towards a no-deal Brexit, stating it would feel like a return to the past when British fishermen could freely fish in their waters. Coughlin emphasizes that most fishermen desire a no-deal scenario to regain their fishing rights. The Royal Navy is on standby with four patrol vessels ready to protect British waters, a precaution against potential conflicts similar to the 2018 clash between English and French fishing fleets over scallop rights. As Brexit negotiations stall, the gap between Boris Johnson and Ursula von der Leyen appears insurmountable, with both sides set to meet to assess the future of the talks. The situation remains tense, with no clear resolution in sight, and contingency plans are being developed both at sea and on land.