Northern Ireland Protocol 2020-09-30
2020-09-30
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Q1
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Representations regarding the implementation of the Northern Ireland protocol have been ongoing and businesses are seeking clarity.
What recent representations has he received on the implementation of the Northern Ireland protocol? Businesses want to understand the practical implications of changes due to the protocol.
We continue to engage regularly with stakeholders on the implementation, focusing on clarity and certainty. Steps have been taken in areas like SPS checks, ensuring unfettered access to UK markets is maintained. I am meeting businesses frequently to discuss issues including recovery from covid-19 and delivery of protocol commitments.
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Did not provide specific practical impacts for moving goods under the protocol.
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Q2
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Businesses require clarity on practical changes due to the Northern Ireland protocol.
Can he clarify what specific changes will look like in practice for businesses moving goods, as requested?
I am meeting businesses regularly to discuss various issues including the protocol. Businesses have consistently sought certainty on unfettered access, which is delivered through the UK Internal Market Bill and ongoing work with the Joint Committee. SPS checks for live animals and agrifoods are part of these measures.
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Did not provide detailed practical changes for goods movement.
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Q3
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Businesses urgently need clarity on the border operating model down the Irish Sea, previously promised by a deadline.
When will the detailed border operating model be published for businesses moving goods across the Irish Sea?
We are working with the Joint Committee and engaging directly with businesses to ensure clarity. Regular meetings with businesses are held weekly to address their concerns and needs regarding unfettered access and protocol implementation.
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Did not specify a publication date for the border operating model.
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