European Council President Say Some Progress Made On Future Of Britain In Europe

The president of the European Council says talks on Britain's future in Europe have made some progress – but a lot remains to be done.

Donald Tusk gave an update after hours of discussions in Brussels – between European leaders  – which finished at around 3 o'clock this morning. 

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British officials said last night there was little sign of narrowing differences in key issues.

The British prime minister David Cameron needs an agreement to pave the way for an in-out referendum this summer.

Germany's chancellor Angela Merkel is confident of reaching one.