Irish PM Varadkar: The UK can't "cherry pick" on the EU

Irish PM Leo Varadkar is on the wires now, via Reuters, expressing his take on varied topics, including the Brexit transition, US tax reforms etc.

Key Headlines:

Brexit transition may be around 2 years

The UK can't "cherry pick" on the EU.

May not be a UK majority for a hard Brexit.

The UK words on a future relationship are encouraging.

There are different perspectives within the EU on a deal with the UK

There may be 'Norway-plus' deal for the UK.

Apple tax case has not been helpful.

The US tax reform won't make 'a huge difference'.

Hopes the US doesn't restrict free trade.

There are advantages in having a strong Euro.