Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May hold more talks as hopes rise over possible customs deal

Mrs May said: 'I think there is actually more agreement in relation to a customs union than is often given credit for when different language is used. 'We’ve been very clear that we want to obtain the benefits of a customs union - no tariffs, no rules of origin checks and no quotas - while being able to operate our own independent trade policy. 'The Labour Party has said they want a say in trade policy - the question is how we ensure we can provide for this country to be in charge of its trade policy in the future.' Mr Corbyn described the cross-party talks - which began last week - as 'serious and detailed' and added: 'If these talks are to be a success, the Government will have to compromise.' He also hit out at International Trade Secretary Liam Fox, who described a customs union as 'the worst of both worlds' in a letter to Graham Brady, chairman of the Tory backbench 1922 Committee. The Labour leader said that was 'an attempt to scupper' the negotiations between his party and the Government.