Prime Minister’s meeting with the President of the European Council

A Downing Street spokeswoman said:

The Prime Minister met President of the European Council António Costa this afternoon.

The leaders underlined the importance of close cooperation between the UK and Europe, to benefit both sides.

A closer relationship was vital for European security, resilience and prosperity, they reiterated.

Both leaders agreed to work closely ahead of the UK-EU summit, which they agreed would be held on July 22.