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Written question asked by Alison Taylor (Labour) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 July 2026. It was answered by Chris Bryant (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.

Overseas Trade: USA

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps are being taken to improve trade between the UK and the USA and in particular what steps are being taken to seek improvements on trade with the USA, wherever UK Exporters remain on less favourable terms than their competitors in the European Union.

Answer

Contrary to the implication of the question, through negotiations on the Economic Prosperity Deal (EPD), the UK is the only country to have achieved a 10% tariff for autos within quota, a 0% tariff for pharmaceuticals and a preferential 25% tariff on core steel and aluminium exports.

Furthermore, in April, President Trump announced the removal of tariffs on UK whisky exports, which is worth around £1bn each year.

Discussions on the EPD are ongoing, and the UK continues to engage with the US administration at all levels, working to benefit UK exporters.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
16683
Session
2026-27
Subjects
USA Overseas trade
Link
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