UK: Any extension to article 50 would have to have a specific end date

In a recently published statement, the British government noted that any extension to article 50 would have to have a specific end date and during an extended period, Britan would remain a full member of the EU state.

Key quotes (via Reuters)

• Government cites during any extension Britain could not start negotiations on future EU relationship.
• If requesting an extension, wold be appropriate for PM May to write to EU's tusk to set out why and for how long.