European Aviation Safety Agency Membership 2020-03-12
2020-03-12
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Q1
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The UK is set to leave EASA at the end of the transition period, which has raised concerns within the aviation industry.
Carmichael inquires about the Government's stance on a full membership arrangement with Switzerland as an example and asks why it would not be viable from the Government's perspective.
The EU stated that UK participation in EASA is not viable, as it would subject us to ECJ rulings and European Commission lawmaking. The UK will instead have a bilateral aviation safety agreement (BASA) and a comprehensive air transport agreement (CATA).
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Q2
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The UK is set to leave the European Aviation Safety Agency, which has raised concerns about job losses in the aviation sector.
Turner asks if the Secretary will halt the plan to withdraw from EASA due to warnings from the industry and potential financial costs. He emphasizes 84,000 jobs at risk and the high cost of leaving EASA compared to staying within it.
Shapps argues that the Civil Aviation Authority already manages the system and can fill any role left by EASA. He insists on leaving Europe despite industry warnings, citing voter decisions from referendum and general election.
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