Evidence

The Commission conducts evidence-gathering sessions, site visits and other events to allow Commissioners to take evidence from small businesses and large, from trade experts and economists, from trade bodies and trade unions, to propose practical recommendations to the UK Government as they enter the TCA review, as well as making recommendations about existing and proposed trade deals with the rest of the world. We publish transcripts and videos of our full sessions here.

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Shaping the Future: UK–EU Youth Experience Scheme

This timely session will provide valuable insights into the ongoing negotiations of a ‘Youth Experience Scheme’ between the UK and the EU. As the global landscape grows increasingly complex, the discussion will explore both the opportunities and challenges ahead, assess the likely future of youth mobility, and consider how both sides can work towards negotiating an effective scheme.

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On the Youth Experience Scheme

The choices and compromises faced by UK and EU legislators seeking to agree a UK-EU Youth Experience Scheme are likely to determine the overall shape of the new UK-EU Strategic Partnership, given that this is a top EU priority. This paper explores the possibilities and limitations, precedents and obstacles, to aid these discussions in the months ahead.

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The UK-US trade relationship: Navigating uncertainty

This timely session that will provide valuable insights into the evolving US-UK relationship in light of ongoing discussions around strengthening trade and strategic cooperation. As the global landscape becomes more complex, this discussion will examine the opportunities and challenges ahead and assess the likely direction of future UK–US negotiations.

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After the Summit: Where next?

The UK Government is preparing for the upcoming UK-EU summit on 19 May, with a renewed focus on strengthening its trade relationship with the EU. However, while the UK’s core ambitions remain to enhance close business and trade ties, the mounting geopolitical tensions and  growing emphasis on security and defence cooperation, adds a new layer of urgency to these discussions.

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What is in the US-UK tariff deal?

The UK Government is preparing for the upcoming UK-EU summit on 19 May, with a renewed focus on strengthening its trade relationship with the EU. However, while the UK’s core ambitions remain to enhance close business and trade ties, the mounting geopolitical tensions and  growing emphasis on security and defence cooperation, adds a new layer of urgency to these discussions.

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Navigating the Next Phase of UK-EU Ties

The UK Government is preparing for the upcoming UK-EU summit on 19 May, with a renewed focus on strengthening its trade relationship with the EU. However, while the UK’s core ambitions remain to enhance close business and trade ties, the mounting geopolitical tensions and  growing emphasis on security and defence cooperation, adds a new layer of urgency to these discussions.

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What can be achieved at the 19 May UK-EU Summit?

The UK Government is preparing for the upcoming UK-EU summit on 19 May, with a renewed focus on strengthening its trade relationship with the EU. However, while the UK’s core ambitions remain to enhance close business and trade ties, the mounting geopolitical tensions and  growing emphasis on security and defence cooperation, adds a new layer of urgency to these discussions.

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