UK accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership

Government response. The government rejects the recommendation for a guaranteed substantive debate on the Floor of the House, stating that such a commitment would fundamentally alter the existing scrutiny framework, undermine the Royal Prerogative, and remove flexibility.

Government response. The government rejects the recommendation for a revised impact assessment, stating the current one is fit for purpose and a new one would not offer substantial improvements, and existing scrutiny arrangements with an independent body are sufficient.