Welcome to Berlaymonster’s first-ever live-blog of a European Council. After years of existence as a practically dead blog, we’re trying a different approach. I’m the new Berlaymonster intern, Boris Johnson (no relation). I’ll bring you fresh, steaming-hot news dumps from EUCO – all the latest news developments, media gossip, meal menus, and more –throughout the day and all night long if necessary. Let’s get cracking! 18:00: There’s an air of excitement in Brussels because it