Exports to European Markets 2022-06-16
2022-06-16
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UK exports to the EU fell by £12.4 billion, or 15.6%, in the first six months of last year. Businesses are setting up legal entities and warehouses within the EU due to barriers faced when exporting.
Research shows UK exports to the EU fell by £12.4 billion in the first six months of last year. Businesses are being left with no option but to set up legal entities and warehouses within the EU to export, resulting in jobs being moved away from the UK. Will the Minister commit to getting back around the table to reduce the costs and red tape that businesses face when exporting to the EU?
The Office for National Statistics data published yesterday showed that exports have continued to grow, month on month. For the past 12 months, exports to the UK were £650 billion, up by £53 billion. The Minister does not recognise the data provided and suggests taking disagreement with statistics to the ONS.
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Commitment to reducing costs and red tape for exporting businesses
Disputing Data
Redirecting Criticism
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Business groups warn that the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill risks further damage to trade and investment. The Prime Minister's poor trade deal with the EU has already damaged exports and cost jobs.
Given the warnings from business groups about the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill, will Ministers commit to publishing an analysis of its implications for British exporters and those whose jobs depend on exports to European markets before Second Reading?
The Minister will take away the request and discuss it with colleagues.
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Commitment to publishing an analysis before Second Reading
Promising To Consider
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The Royal Scottish National Orchestra faces difficulties and costs due to Brexit red tape, including cabotage rules, when exporting its services in Europe.
What is the Minister doing to remove Brexit red tape tied around musical industries that make it difficult and expensive for them to export their cultural wares in Europe?
Creative industries are valued exporters for the UK. The Department works with partners in-country on interpreting rules and finding practical solutions for barriers resulting from new trading arrangements.
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Specific actions to remove red tape affecting musical exports
Broad Statement About Working With Partners
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