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We'd be foolish to sever our trade links with Israel
Foreign affairs
By Lord Austin of Dudley
We'd be foolish to sever our trade links with Israel
Trade isn't just exports and quotas, it's values and relationships. That's why I'll be working hard to maintain and strengthen our partnership with Israel.
Short Straits Summit: Exploring Dover’s Vital Role in Britain’s EU Reset Partner content
Brexit
By Port of Dover
Short Straits Summit: Exploring Dover’s Vital Role in Britain’s EU Reset
Two weeks before the Prime Minister welcomed EU leaders to the UK for a Summit aimed at resetting Britain’s post-Brexit relationship with the bloc, another gathering took place near Westminster. Under discussion was how a narrow stretch of 21 miles of water and modern infrastructure can help keep Britain working.
The UK must consider carefully whether China is a trustworthy business partner
Economy
By Baroness Kennedy
The UK must consider carefully whether China is a trustworthy business partner
As UK ministers stride out into the world in pursuit of growth – navigating President Trump’s tariffs and seeking trading relationships and business partnerships wherever they can be found – it is important to consider two things: whether there ought to be ethical constraints to such activities; and how concerned we should be for our national security in dealing with potential partners.
Sir Crawford Falconer Interview: “The House Is Still On Fire' After Trump's Tariffs
Economy
Sir Crawford Falconer Interview: “The House Is Still On Fire" After Trump's Tariffs
Sir Crawford Falconer was the UK’s chief trade negotiation adviser until the end of last year, when his contract ended – and the Labour government declined to renew it. To scrap the post makes for an interesting decision now that questions around global trade are so dominant.
A trade deal with the US could spell disaster for the UK
Economy
By Ellie Chowns
A trade deal with the US could spell disaster for the UK
Britain stands at a crossroads.
Short straits, long impact: the Port of Dover’s role in growing UK-EU trade and prosperity Partner content
Transport
By Port of Dover
Short straits, long impact: the Port of Dover’s role in growing UK-EU trade and prosperity
As the vital connection between Britain and mainland Europe, the Port of Dover is leading the way in becoming the UK’s most seamless, sustainable, and tech-enabled port 
Trade barriers put UK horticulture at risk Partner content
Environment
By Horticultural Trades Association
Trade barriers put UK horticulture at risk
Urgent resolutions are needed for the self-inflicted barriers to trade that is damaging the UK horticulture industry says the HTA
Trump's 'Liberation Day' Tariffs Could 'Knock Out All' Of Rachel Reeves' Headroom
Economy
Trump's 'Liberation Day' Tariffs Could "Knock Out All" Of Rachel Reeves' Headroom
Donald Trump's plan to impose tariffs on goods entering the US from the UK could "knock out" all of the government's fiscal headroom, the Office for Budget Responsibility said on Tuesday.
Labour MP Tells Donald Trump 'Please Think Again' On Steel Tariffs
Economy
Labour MP Tells Donald Trump "Please Think Again" On Steel Tariffs
A Labour MP has urged President Donald Trump to "please think again" about plans for a 25 per cent import tax on steel and aluminum imports into the United States.
Labour MP Says Current Law 'Not Sufficient' To Stop Forced Labour Goods Entering UK
Economy
Labour MP Says Current Law "Not Sufficient" To Stop Forced Labour Goods Entering UK
A Labour MP has said that existing legislation to prevent forced labour in UK supply chains is “not sufficient”, as a new committee inquiry is set to examine whether a change to the law is needed.
Critical Minerals Strategy Is A 'Test Case' For Britain's Place In The World
Economy
Critical Minerals Strategy Is A "Test Case" For Britain's Place In The World
The critical minerals industry is widely seen as a “test case” for Britain’s role in the world, as experts and MPs warn the government against “rushing” into trade agreements with China.
Why the Port of Dover holds the key to sustainable trade growth Partner content
Transport
By Port of Dover
Why the Port of Dover holds the key to sustainable trade growth
At COP29, the Prime Minister said that he wants the UK to reclaim its global leadership on tackling climate change and decarbonisation. Meanwhile, as the Governor of the Bank of England warns that Brexit has weighed heavy on the economy, the government is also looking to reset the UK’s relationship with the EU, including on trade, as part of its mission to deliver economic growth. Is it possible to achieve both? Britain’s busiest international ro-ro port might just have the answer.
Trump’s victory could give Europe the wake-up call it needs
Foreign affairs
By Blair McDougall MP
Trump’s victory could give Europe the wake-up call it needs
If we believe that Donald Trump really means what he said during the election campaign, we may be entering a period of American protectionism and abandonment of democratic allies. The stakes on this are so high that we must take it seriously – but should we take it literally?
Senior Tory Philip Hammond Says Calls To Cut Off Trade With China Are 'Unrealistic'
Defence
Senior Tory Philip Hammond Says Calls To Cut Off Trade With China Are "Unrealistic"
Former foreign secretary Lord Hammond has urged the Conservative party to be less ideological in its approach to China, saying it is "unrealistic" to call for cutting off trade with the world's second-largest economy.
Ex-Security Advisor Warns Whitehall Lacks Expertise To Deal With China
Defence
Ex-Security Advisor Warns Whitehall Lacks Expertise To Deal With China
Lord Ricketts, the UK's former national security advisor, believes there is not enough institutional knowledge in Whitehall to support Prime Minister Keir Starmer's pursuit of a more "pragmatic" relationship with China.
Rachel Reeves Says It's 'Too Early' To Know Donald Trump's Impact On UK Economy
Economy
Rachel Reeves Says It's "Too Early" To Know Donald Trump's Impact On UK Economy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has told MPs it is "too early" to draw conclusions on what impact president elect Donald Trump's economic policies will have on the UK economy.
Toward an EU-UK Veterinary Agreement Partner content
Brexit
By British Veterinary Association
Toward an EU-UK Veterinary Agreement
Dr Elizabeth Mullineaux FRCVS has been recently appointed as the new President of the British Veterinary Association. In her first speech as President, speaking at the annual BVA Northern Ireland dinner at Stormont, she highlighted one of the biggest challenges facing the profession in the UK and Northern Ireland and which the UK government must prioritise; a EU-UK Veterinary Agreement.
Port of Dover party conference season unites politicians on plan for economic growth Partner content
Transport
By Port of Dover
Port of Dover party conference season unites politicians on plan for economic growth
As the UK’s busiest port and the critical gateway for trade with the EU, the Port of Dover is central to the nation’s economic future. A series of receptions during the recent party conference season gave politicians a chance to hear more about why collaboration will be key to delivering the Port’s ambitions and unlocking national economic growth.
More certainty is needed for horticultural businesses to plan for tree and hedging production, MP told Partner content
Environment
By Horticultural Trades Association
More certainty is needed for horticultural businesses to plan for tree and hedging production, MP told
This week, Heathwood Nurseries in Whitchurch, Shropshire, hosted their local Member of Parliament, Helen Morgan, alongside supplier Forestart and the Horticultural Trades Association. They provided a comprehensive tour of the Nursery and production site, showcasing their dedication and passion for their work.
How the UK can help lead the fight against global deforestation Partner content
Environment
By WSP
How the UK can help lead the fight against global deforestation
WSP’s Kristina Flexman discusses the opportunity for the UK to enhance its efforts in combating global deforestation by strengthening its regulations to protect ecosystems, support sustainable trade, and stay competitive with the EU’s stringent standards
New opportunities: strengthening UK & EU relationships once more Partner content
Foreign affairs
By Christina Georgaki
New opportunities: strengthening UK & EU relationships once more
Lawyer and member of New Democracy’s Political Committee, Ms Christina Georgaki examines the opportunity for closer UK-EU collaboration following the Labour Party’s historic general election win.
Britain’s Environmental Horticulture and Gardening businesses are faced with uncertainties on crucial imports Partner content
Home affairs
By Horticultural Trades Association
Britain’s Environmental Horticulture and Gardening businesses are faced with uncertainties on crucial imports
A new border trade system failure would be disastrous for UK Horticulture, biosecurity and biodiversity, say The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA).
Cutting edge digital technology will transform the UK’s strategic trade corridor to Europe Partner content
Transport
By Port of Dover
Cutting edge digital technology will transform the UK’s strategic trade corridor to Europe
Dover’s success in driving the UK’s key trading relationship with its most important partner – mainland Europe – creates parallel operational challenges at the international border inside the port. Major infrastructure modifications represent an important step forward reinforced by artificial intelligence-driven innovation that is already signposting dramatic advantages in streamlining traffic flows and enhancing decarbonisation
Tory Backed Report Says Closer Ties With The EU Will Help Boost Growth
Brexit
Tory Backed Report Says Closer Ties With The EU Will Help Boost Growth
Senior Conservative figures have called on the Government to soften the post-Brexit relationship with the European Union, arguing that pushing for closer ties with the UK's most important trading partner is "not some assault on sovereignty".