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Britain will leave the EU’s single market when it exits the European Union, Prime Minister Theresa May said on Jan. 17, putting an end to speculation that London might try to seek a “soft Brexit”.

She said the government would put the final deal to a vote in both houses of parliament.

Following are some initial reactions to her speech (latest reactions first).

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