What happened
Downing Street announced that UK Prime Minister Burnham will hold talks with European Commission President von der Leyen this afternoon.
The meeting is taking place on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
Why it matters
The encounter brings together the UK and EU leadership during a major multilateral gathering, though the source does not specify what the two sides intend to discuss.
Because the announcement comes from Downing Street, it signals that London is treating the meeting as a notable item on the prime minister's schedule.
Key facts
UK Prime Minister Burnham is scheduled to meet European Commission President von der Leyen today.
The talks are set for the afternoon.
The meeting is being held during the UN General Assembly.
The announcement came from Downing Street.
What to watch next
Whether either side issues a readout after the talks, which would indicate what was discussed.
Any further Downing Street statements on the prime minister's schedule around the General Assembly.
