Written question asked by Harriett Baldwin (Conservative) on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Chris Bryant (Labour) on Monday, 29 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Motor Vehicles: Australia

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what recent progress he has made in improving market access for small car manufacturers to export to Australia.

Answer: We have discussed and progressed UK small volume car manufacturers (SVMs) concerns at official and Ministerial level with Australia, including through dialogue under our UK-Australia FTA and via regulator‑to‑regulator discussions, all focused on improving outcomes for UK manufacturers. The UK has also engaged with Australia through the WTO, raising a Specific Trade Concern to highlight the impact of Australia’s vehicle emissions scheme on UK SVMs. We will continue to press for proportionate regulatory treatment and improved market access for UK exporters.

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