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6th Report – How to strengthen UK-EU relations: Policy Priorities for the Summit
Business and Trade Committee
HC 908
Published 15 May 2025
Recommendations
3
Acknowledged
Enhance UK-EU cooperation against unfair trade practices, including forced labour and industrial subsidies.
Recommendation
The UK should work closely with the EU to strengthen coordinated action against non-market economies that undermine the international trading system through unfair practices, including use of forced labour, industrial subsidies, state-owned enterprise advantages, and forced technology transfers. Enhancing cooperation …
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Government Response Summary
The government notes existing UK-EU cooperation on economic stability and supply chain security through regular exchanges and high-level meetings. It states it is exploring ways to exchange views on economic security policies and is reviewing its internal approach to minimise forced labour in supply chains.
Department for Business and Trade
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9
Acknowledged
Maximise cuts to EU trade red tape, pursuing AEO recognition and waiving security declarations.
Recommendation
The Government should seek to maximise cuts to the red tape currently restricting free trade with the EU, taking full advantage of the customs cooperation provisions in the Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Specifically, it should pursue mutual recognition of UK …
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Government Response Summary
The government acknowledged the recommendation, stating its commitment to easing trade burdens and its regular engagement with industry through existing forums and with the EU via TCA committees to identify and address issues within the current framework. No specific action was committed regarding mutual recognition of AEO schemes or bilateral waivers.
Department for Business and Trade
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15
Acknowledged
Monitor EU’s Data Union Strategy and ensure a permanent data adequacy agreement is secured.
Recommendation
We note the extensive cooperation between the Government and the European Commission on the Data (Use and Access) Bill. We recommend that the Government monitors the EU’s Data Union Strategy upon its publication, assesses implications for UK policy, and take …
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Government Response Summary
The government acknowledged the recommendation, stating it will follow the EU Data Union Strategy with interest and noting the 6-month extension to the UK's adequacy decisions. UK officials will continue to support the ongoing adequacy review process.
Department for Business and Trade
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Conclusions (1)
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
We recognise the importance of reducing barriers to trade for touring artists. Given the economic and cultural significance of these sectors, continued engagement between UK and EU regulatory bodies is necessary to facilitate smoother market access. (Recommendation, Paragraph 89) 47
Government Response Summary
The government committed with the EU at the Summit to support travel and cultural exchange for touring artists and will continue to engage with the EU and Member States, including through annual summits and industry stakeholders, to improve touring arrangements.