The European Parliament have prepared a draft resolution which states that if there is to be no physical infrastructure on the border between the North and South of Ireland, Northern Ireland would have to remain in the Single Market and Customs Union.

With the support of all major political groups, MEPs have concluded that this is the best solution and will ensure that there is no border on the island of Ireland.

This proposal would mean that customs checks would talk place at ports on the Irish Sea and would mean continued free movement on the island. It is in direct contrast to the plans put forward by the UK for random spot checks and no physical infrastructure.

The resolution will now be voted on by European Parliament. The Parliament does not have a role in the Brexit negotiations but does have to pass any agreement reached between the EU and the UK when the negotiations conclude.