Guy Verhofstadt has sparked yet another social media reaction with his latest Brexit jab, with Twitter users alleging the MEP and former Belgian Prime Minister is still “obsessed” more than three years after the UK left the EU.
Mr Verhofstadt took to the platform in response to news that the UK will delay the implementation of post-Brexit border checks on EU animal and plant products.
The government had planned to implement the new regulations in October, but the Financial Times reported yesterday that it was being delayed for the seventh time due to concerns that it would drive inflation.
In a swipe at former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, Mr Verhofstadt tweeted a link to the FT’s story, commenting: “Fake ‘Sovereignty’ and Brexit extremism hit reality.
“UK will follow EU standards and still no food checks at UK borders.
“Time to cure the Johnson hangover and #rejoinEU!”
His remark prompted considerable scorn, with many suggesting the 70-year-old was overly preoccupied with Britain, having criticised the decision to leave on numerous occasions.