Investment Association response to the European Council's negotiation guidelines Investment Association 1 min read31 March 2017 Partner content Commenting on the European Council’s draft negotiation guidelines published today, Chris Cummings Chief Executive of the Investment Association, said: "The EU27 negotiating guidelines outlined today are a pragmatic and constructive set of principles that bring clarity to the EU27's approach throughout the UK's withdrawal process. The challenge for both sides will be to continue the negotiations in that spirit over the next two years. "We will continue to play our part in working with the UK Government and our partners across the EU to ensure that a mutually beneficial deal can be struck that safeguards financial stability and the interests of savers and investors both at home and across Europe." Related Sir Crawford Falconer Interview: “The House Is Still On Fire" After Trump's Tariffs By Matilda Martin 07 May