UK-EU Deal: Prime Minister must build on promise of historic moment
The UK has secured a new agreement with the European Union which includes many policies developed and campaigned for by Best for Britain.
Keir Starmer and Ursula von der Leyen. Photo: Shutterstock
British businesses, workers and consumers will benefit from increased access to the EU market, reduced red tape and cheaper supermarket prices, the government has said, with ministers expecting almost £9bn to be added to the UK’s economy by 2040.
The agreement specifically cites the intention of both the EU and UK to establish a Youth Experience Scheme and follow a policy of beneficial regulatory alignment, policies first proposed by the UK Trade and Business Commission in their landmark 2023 report.
It comes after independent research by Frontier Economics, commissioned by Best for Britain, found the UK could benefit from up to 2.2% growth by securing deep alignment with the EU on goods and services - focused in the Midlands and the north of England.
Exclusive polling from Best for Britain further revealed voters in every constituency in the UK wanted the government to prioritise trade with the EU, with a majority across the country in favour of a Youth Mobility Scheme.
The Prime Minister said: “It’s time to look forward. To move on from the stale old debates and political fights to find common sense, practical solutions which get the best for the British people.
“We’re ready to work with partners if it means we can improve people’s lives here at home.”
Naomi Smith, Chief Executive of Best for Britain, said:
“Today marks the first step in repairing this most important relationship, bringing down costs and restoring opportunities for British citizens.
“Now the government must deliver on the promise of this historic moment. By building on this agreement, facing down those who did the UK so much damage and working with our closest neighbours and allies in Europe, Keir Starmer can cement his reputation as the Prime Minister who does what is best for Britain”
