Written question asked by Baroness Hayter of Kentish Town (Labour) on Monday, 16 April 2018, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 30 April 2018. It was answered by Lord Young of Cookham (Conservative) on Monday, 30 April 2018 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.

Common Frameworks

Question: To ask Her Majesty's Government whether, and if so when, they propose to consult on proposals to legislate for UK common frameworks to (1) enable the functioning of the UK internal market, (2) ensure compliance with international obligations, (3) ensure that the UK can negotiate, enter into, and implement new trade agreements and international treaties, (4) enable the management of common resources, (5) administer and provide access to justice in cases with a cross-border element, and (6) safeguard the security of the UK.

Answer: Since July 2017, the UK Government has been working closely with the devolved administrations on the policy areas where common frameworks may be required after exiting the EU. The Government published its provisional analysis of this work in March and that initial analysis now enables a conversation beyond governments, in an open and transparent manner. These issues are of central importance to Parliament and the devolved legislatures, but also to businesses and wider stakeholders whose day to day activities will be affected by these decisions. This analysis is part of an ongoing dialogue, not a final position. The conclusions it sets out are provisional and continue to be discussed with the devolved administrations, parliamentarians and external stakeholders. The Government will continue to consult interested parties as this work develops.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL6904
Session: 2017-19
Subjects: Administration of justice Devolution National security Treaties Trade Brexit Common frameworks
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk