Written question asked by Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 1 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026 (named day). It was answered by Hilary Benn (Labour) on Monday, 6 July 2026 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.

Home Shopping: Northern Ireland

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues since January 2026 on ensuring that Northern Ireland consumers are not disadvantaged regarding online sales from GB based businesses.

Answer

I have regular discussions with Cabinet colleagues on a range of Northern Ireland related matters, including Northern Ireland’s place within the UK internal market.

The Windsor Framework’s UK Carrier (UKC) Scheme allows GB based businesses to work with parcel operators to move consumer parcels from Great Britain to Northern Ireland without completing full customs declarations. The Government continues to work with industry to support the smooth flow of goods and ensure Northern Ireland consumers have access to goods from the rest of the United Kingdom.

Additionally, work is underway within Government to deliver the enhanced one stop shop service which will provide tailored advice to businesses on the rules they need to follow and the facilitations available to them. The service will help businesses trade across the UK and benefit from Northern Ireland’s unique dual market access.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 14782
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: Consumers Business Northern Ireland Home shopping UK internal trade
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Home Shopping: Northern Ireland

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