Officials from the United Kingdom have reportedly suggested creating a single market for goods trade with the European Union as part of a broader effort to reset post-Brexit relations.

According to industry figures briefed on the discussions, the proposal was explored during recent talks but has not moved forward after meeting scepticism from EU officials. Current negotiations remain focused on existing areas such as food, agriculture, energy trade, electricity, and emissions agreements.

The proposal signals a potentially more ambitious approach from the UK government toward rebuilding economic ties with Europe following Brexit.

In recent weeks, Rachel Reeves and Keir Starmer have publicly called for a closer economic relationship with the EU, although few details had been revealed about what that could involve.

It has now emerged that UK officials discussed the possibility of frictionless trade within a broader UK-EU single market covering all goods. Such an arrangement could reduce customs barriers and trade friction that emerged after Brexit.

A spokesperson for the European Commission declined to comment directly on the reported proposal but said there is room to deepen industrial and defence cooperation with Britain. The comments also referenced ongoing discussions related to support for Ukraine.

The UK government did not confirm the exact details of the discussions but acknowledged that several options had been presented to the EU in recent months and that negotiations are continuing.

The developments come ahead of a planned UK-EU summit expected in the coming weeks, where leaders may discuss the next phase of post-Brexit cooperation and economic integration.