“The French won the argument that the E.U. has to come out more firmly against Chequers," said an analyst, referring to the controversial Brexit plan that Theresa May has said is the only workable one on the table https://nyti.ms/2Nv9CV1
Vardkar was responding to questions about a controversial plan reportedly being considered by the government which could mean people crossing the border after Brexit would have to register in advance to avoid checks and delays. https://goo.gl/FpYS3F