The contours of the transition period for Britain’s exit from the EU are starting to take shape. Britain, in the meantime, is gradually preparing its trade policy life outside the EU as new bills pave their way in Westminster.
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‘Hard Brexit’ option in question after UK election
British voters did not fulfil Prime Minister Theresa May’s wish to obtain a stronger majority in the House of Commons than her party, the Tories, already had. The result of the general elections held in the United Kingdom on Thursday (8 June 2017) could have significant ramifications for London’s future approach to exiting …
Brexit: What UK party manifestos say on trade
Iana Dreyer takes a closer look at the trade policy proposals included in the manifestos of the four biggest parties in the UK general election to be held on Thursday (8 June 2017).
Lords : Government “overconfident” on WTO agriculture deal
A new House of Lords report on British agriculture trade after Brexit calls on the government in London to seek a transitional arrangement with the EU to help British farmers adapt to a new environment. The key concerns expressed by farm groups include the future of agriculture subsidies, and …
UK Labour pledges ‘soft’ approach to Brexit
Britain’s opposition Labour Party has set out its general approach to Britain’s planned exit from the European Union as part of the country’s upcoming general election. The focus is on staying as closely tied to the EU’s single market as possible, and prioritising trade with the EU. “We believe in building a new relationship with …
