Hopes of Brexit progress fade as Labour says May has failed to compromise

Opposition criticises PM after talks, while risk of EU taking tough line on extension rises

Theresa May’s prospects of cobbling together a cross-party majority to convince EU leaders to grant a short Brexit delay next week appear to be slipping away after Labour claimed she had failed to offer “real change or compromise” in talks.

The prime minister made a dramatic pledge to open the door to talks with Labour on Tuesday after a marathon cabinet meeting.