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Written question asked by Stephen Doughty (Labour) on Monday, 4 July 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 July 2016 (named day). It was answered by Anna Soubry (Conservative) on Thursday, 7 July 2016 on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.


Trade Agreements: Wales

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, whether officials from the Welsh Government have been identified to take part in the establishment of expanded trade negotiation functions in his Department as a result of the outcome of the EU referendum.

Answer

The Cabinet Office has established a new unit to deliver the outcome of the referendum, exploring options for our future relationship with Europe.

As my Rt hon Friend the Prime Minister has said, it will be important to ensure that the interests of all parts of the United Kingdom are protected and advanced in our negotiations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
41710
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Wales Trade agreements Brexit
Link
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