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Written Question
UK Trade with EU
Monday 20th March 2017

Asked by: Tom Blenkinsop (Labour - Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland)

Question to the Department for Exiting the European Union :

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for International Trade on the potential role of equivalence agreements in future trading relationships with the EU.

Answered by Robin Walker

Cabinet discussions are confidential. However, the whole Government is focused on seeking to negotiate a bold and ambitious Free Trade Agreement with the EU, which will include free-flowing trade in both goods and services. Currently, we have unprecedented levels of regulatory convergence with other EU Member States. That forms a strong starting point for a discussion about access to each other's markets.

Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 09 Mar 2017
Oral Answers to Questions

"13. What plans he has to retain the benefits of membership of the single market and customs union for the manufacturing sector after the UK has left the EU. ..."
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Speech in Commons Chamber - Thu 09 Mar 2017
Oral Answers to Questions

"The post-Brexit fall in the pound has led to a boost in manufacturing exports, with 45% of north-east manufacturers expecting orders to rise over the coming year, but it has also led to an increase in import costs. These costs will only increase if customs checks are required at borders. …..."
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Written Question
Free Movement of People
Monday 20th February 2017

Asked by: Tom Blenkinsop (Labour - Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland)

Question to the Department for Exiting the European Union :

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what plans he has to negotiate visa-free travel for British citizens in the EU as a part of negotiations for the UK to exit the EU.

Answered by Robin Walker

The UK’s post-exit immigration framework is yet to be determined.

At every step of these negotiations we will work to ensure the best possible outcome for the British people.

Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 10 Oct 2016
Next Steps in Leaving the European Union

"As it stands, the steel and ceramic industries are covered by 52 separate trade defence instruments that the EU provides for this country. In negotiations taking place in conjunction with the Brexit negotiations, the Government wish to support market economy status for China. Which of the 52 trade defence mechanisms …..."
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Written Question
Iron and Steel: Manufacturing Industries
Monday 5th September 2016

Asked by: Tom Blenkinsop (Labour - Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland)

Question to the Department for Exiting the European Union :

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy on the future of the UK steel industry.

Answered by Robin Walker

As we prepare for negotiations on the UK’s exit from the EU, we will continue to consult with a broad range of stakeholders within Government and beyond in order to secure the best possible deal for the whole UK.