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Debate between James Sunderland and Felicity Buchan
Thursday 15th April 2021

(3 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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James Sunderland Portrait James Sunderland (Bracknell) (Con)
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What steps she is taking to promote professional business services in free trade agreements.

Felicity Buchan Portrait Felicity Buchan (Kensington) (Con)
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What steps she is taking to promote professional business services in free trade agreements.

Greg Hands Portrait The Minister for Trade Policy (Greg Hands)
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The UK is a world leader in professional business services and the second biggest exporter of PBS globally, with a trade surplus of £33 billion in 2018. To support this important and diverse sector, we are seeking ambitious FTA commitments in cross-cutting areas like mobility and digital, as well as tackling specific behind-the-border regulatory barriers such as recognition and professional qualifications.