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Report from the Independent Monitoring Panel from 1 January-30 June 2025

05 November 2025

Proposing MP
Hilary Benn Lab
Leeds South
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Northern Ireland Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the publication of the first report by the Independent Monitoring Panel on the Internal Market Guarantee for the period from January to June 2025.

Action Requested

No specific action is requested. The minister confirms receipt and appreciation of the panel's recommendations, which will be considered as part of the Government’s response to the Independent Review of the Windsor Framework.

Key Facts

  • The Independent Monitoring Panel scrutinised the operation of the Internal Market Guarantee set from January through June 2025.
  • Under the Guarantee, 80% of all freight movements from GB to NI were committed to be treated as 'not at risk' of moving onwards to the EU.
  • Over six months, 96% of the value of goods moved by freight met the Guarantee criteria.
  • The panel's report contains recommendations for the Government.
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