May's Key Allies Sound Upbeat as Brexit Deal Heads for New Vote

The group objects to the so-called Irish backstop, a fallback measure in the divorce agreement that treats Northern Ireland differently to the rest of the U.K. "What is new now is there is a renewed focus in government on ensuring those issues are addressed," Dodds told reporters after the meetings. The DUP only has 10 lawmakers, but many Conservatives who support Brexit could fall into line if the Northern Irish party is satisfied.