The London Times: Less than 100 days to go until Brexit and 'no-deal' preparations are in full swing

There's just under 100 days to go until the U.K. leaves the European Union (EU) and despite a Brexit deal being on the table, both sides are stepping up preparations for a 'no-deal' divorce.

After months of fraught negotiations, the U.K. and EU struck a Brexit deal (or "withdrawal agreement") last month; the trouble is, no one in the U.K. parliament likes it that much.

With British politicians set to vote in mid-January on whether to approve or reject the Brexit deal, the odds are stacked against it.

British Prime Minister Theresa May tried to get Europe to amend parts of the Brexit deal, particularly the troublesome future status of Northern Ireland if no trade deal is struck, but without success.