UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement 2022-12-15
2022-12-15
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The UK-Australia free trade deal has faced difficulties, delays in Parliament, and concerns about its impact on Welsh and UK farmers.
What progress has been made on the commencement of the UK-Australia free trade agreement? The deal is beset by difficulties, major delays, and serious concerns for Welsh and UK farmers. Will the Minister explain the delay behind the scenes and discuss business managers' views on the Bill's passage through the House?
We are progressing at pace, having conversations with devolved Administrations. The deal will boost the economy by £2.3 billion for Australia and more than £800 million for New Zealand, bringing huge benefits across the UK.
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The specific reasons for delays in implementing the agreement were not addressed.
Let Us Move At Pace
Constructive Conversations With Devolved Administrations
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The UK-Australia deal has faced delays in Parliament, raising concerns about its impact on Welsh and UK farmers.
Will the Minister explain the delay behind the scenes of the UK-Australia free trade agreement? What discussions have been had with business managers regarding delays to the Bill's passage through the House?
We are progressing at pace, having conversations with devolved Administrations. The overall enthusiasm is considerable across the UK, with expected economic benefits including a £2.3 billion boost for Australia and more than £800 million for New Zealand.
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The specific reasons for delays in implementing the agreement were not addressed.
Let Us Move At Pace
Constructive Conversations With Devolved Administrations
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Concerns about the UK's readiness for accession to the comprehensive and progressive agreement for trans-Pacific partnership following issues with the Australia deal.
The UK-Australia free trade agreement is a stepping stone to accession to the CPTPP. Given concerns over rushed negotiations, can the Minister assure us that Britain will not be subject to any new secret courts through investor-state dispute settlement?
Discussions with the CPTPP are ongoing, and we are confident in striking a mutually beneficial deal. I advise watching this space for updates.
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No assurance was provided regarding avoiding new secret courts through investor-state dispute settlement.
Discussions With The Cptpp Are Ongoing
Confident In Striking A Beneficial Deal
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