Statement on the UK-Switzerland Enhanced Free Trade Agreement.

Statement on the UK-Switzerland Enhanced Free Trade Agreement.

Business and Trade Questions

The following extracts are from Business and Trade Questions on 2 July 2026.

The EU is a key trading partner for Scotland, accounting for almost 40% of Scotland’s international exports. Can the Minister reassure my constituents in Glenrothes and Mid Fife that while we wait for a new...

Business and Trade Questions

The following extracts are from Business and Trade Questions on 2 July 2026.

The EU is a key trading partner for Scotland, accounting for almost 40% of Scotland’s international exports. Can the Minister reassure my constituents in Glenrothes and Mid Fife that while we wait for a new...

Steel Trade Measure

The following extract is from the statement on the Steel Trade Measure on 25 June 2026.

Tata Steel’s Steelpark in Wednesfield and manufacturers across Wolverhampton North East and the Black Country rely on resilient supply chains for steel. Will the Minister set out how today’s statement on increased quotas...

Steel Trade Measure

The following extract is from the statement on the Steel Trade Measure on 25 June 2026.

Tata Steel’s Steelpark in Wednesfield and manufacturers across Wolverhampton North East and the Black Country rely on resilient supply chains for steel. Will the Minister set out how today’s statement on increased quotas...

Steel Trade Measure

The following extracts are from the statement on the Steel Trade Measure on 25 June 2026.

Since we announced our measure in March, we have engaged intensively with the European Union and UK industry. We have reached a mutual outcome with the EU as a result of those discussions....

Steel Trade Measure

The following extracts are from the statement on the Steel Trade Measure on 25 June 2026.

Since we announced our measure in March, we have engaged intensively with the European Union and UK industry. We have reached a mutual outcome with the EU as a result of those discussions....

Statement on the steel trade measure, which will come into force on Wednesday 1 July.

Statement on the steel trade measure, which will come into force on Wednesday 1 July.

Statement on the Government's return to the Humble Address on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Statement on the Government's return to the Humble Address on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Business and Trade Questions

The following extracts are from Business and Trade Questions on 12 March 2026.

Of course, I will always welcome the fact that Scotland punches above its weight, whether it be industries abroad or investment in Scotland. Indeed, under the SNP, foreign direct investment has been higher in Scotland...

Business and Trade Questions

The following extracts are from Business and Trade Questions on 12 March 2026.

Of course, I will always welcome the fact that Scotland punches above its weight, whether it be industries abroad or investment in Scotland. Indeed, under the SNP, foreign direct investment has been higher in Scotland...

The contract in question was called off in 2022 from the Crown Services Framework, RM6123 Media Services, which requires suppliers to consider social value policy themes, and to support contracting authorities to deliver priorities relating to delivering a diverse supply chain. That is why a KPI for social value...

The contract in question was called off in 2022 from the Crown Services Framework, RM6123 Media Services, which requires suppliers to consider social value policy themes, and to support contracting authorities to deliver priorities relating to delivering a diverse supply chain. That is why a KPI for social value...

Clause 1, discussed with amendments, new clauses 1 to 3, and clauses 2 and 3 stand part. Clause 1 agreed to. Amendment to clause 2 negatived on division (161 votes to 272). Clauses 2 and 3 agreed to. New clause 2 negatived on division (156 votes to 273). New clause 3 negatived on division (77 votes to 280). Bill reported, without amendment. Third reading agreed to on question and the Bill passed.

Clause 1, discussed with amendments, new clauses 1 to 3, and clauses 2 and 3 stand part. Clause 1 agreed to. Amendment to clause 2 negatived on division (161 votes to 272). Clauses 2 and 3 agreed to. New clause 2 negatived on division (156 votes to 273). New clause...

Motion that this House has considered the UK-India Free Trade Agreement. Agreed to on question.

Motion that this House has considered the UK-India Free Trade Agreement. Agreed to on question.

In line with the commitment made between our Prime Ministers in June 2025, the UK-Canada Economic and Trade Working Group met over the course of last year in order to identify ways in which the UK and Canada can deepen cooperation, tackle market access barriers and grow our bilateral trading...

In line with the commitment made between our Prime Ministers in June 2025, the UK-Canada Economic and Trade Working Group met over the course of last year in order to identify ways in which the UK and Canada can deepen cooperation, tackle market access barriers and grow our bilateral trading...

In line with the commitment made between our Prime Ministers in June 2025, the UK-Canada Economic and Trade Working Group met over the course of last year in order to identify ways in which the UK and Canada can deepen cooperation, tackle market access barriers and grow our bilateral trading...

In line with the commitment made between our Prime Ministers in June 2025, the UK-Canada Economic and Trade Working Group met over the course of last year in order to identify ways in which the UK and Canada can deepen cooperation, tackle market access barriers and grow our bilateral trading...

In line with the commitment made between our Prime Ministers in June 2025, the UK-Canada Economic and Trade Working Group met over the course of last year in order to identify ways in which the UK and Canada can deepen cooperation, tackle market access barriers and grow our bilateral trading...

In line with the commitment made between our Prime Ministers in June 2025, the UK-Canada Economic and Trade Working Group met over the course of last year in order to identify ways in which the UK and Canada can deepen cooperation, tackle market access barriers and grow our bilateral trading...

Topical Questions

The following extract is from Business and Trade questions on 11 December 2025.

Last week I met Community union representatives representing steelworkers across Wales, including in Llanwern—I draw attention to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests. They support the welcome movement on energy costs, and they know...

Topical Questions

The following extract is from Business and Trade questions on 11 December 2025.

Last week I met Community union representatives representing steelworkers across Wales, including in Llanwern—I draw attention to my entry in the Register of Members’ Financial Interests. They support the welcome movement on energy costs, and they know...

Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill

The following extracts are from the Second Reading of the Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill on 15 December 2025.

I beg to move, That the Bill be now read a Second time… That is why the Bill builds on two different Acts of Parliament: the...

Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill

The following extracts are from the Second Reading of the Industry and Exports (Financial Assistance) Bill on 15 December 2025.

I beg to move, That the Bill be now read a Second time… That is why the Bill builds on two different Acts of Parliament: the...

Second reading agreed to on question. Programme motion agreed to on question. King's recommendation agreed to. Money Resolution agreed to.

Second reading agreed to on question. Programme motion agreed to on question. King's recommendation agreed to. Money Resolution agreed to.

Three Two export licences have been issued to this company since October 2023, but each licence has been assessed to ensure that the items were not for use by the Israeli military in military operations in Gaza.

This is pursuant to the decision on 2 September 2024 when we...

Three Two export licences have been issued to this company since October 2023, but each licence has been assessed to ensure that the items were not for use by the Israeli military in military operations in Gaza.

This is pursuant to the decision on 2 September 2024 when we...

From 1 October 2023 to 31 December 2024, the latest date covered by our most official statistics release, UAV Tactical Systems LTD have been issued 3 2 export licences covering exports to Israel.

Each licence has been assessed to ensure that the items were not for use by the...

From 1 October 2023 to 31 December 2024, the latest date covered by our most official statistics release, UAV Tactical Systems LTD have been issued 3 2 export licences covering exports to Israel.

Each licence has been assessed to ensure that the items were not for use by the...

Canada is a close ally and valued partner of the UK, with the UK-Canada Trade Continuity Agreement (TCA) underpinning our £29 billion worth of bilateral trade, which was worth £30 billion in the 12 months to June 2025, up 15% in current prices has increased by...

Canada is a close ally and valued partner of the UK, with the UK-Canada Trade Continuity Agreement (TCA) underpinning our £29 billion worth of bilateral trade, which was worth £30 billion in the 12 months to June 2025, up 15% in current prices has increased by...

Motion to consider. Agreed to on question.

Motion to consider. Agreed to on question.