Asked by: Lord Jackson of Peterborough (Conservative - Life peer)
Question to the Department for Business and Trade:
To ask His Majesty's Government why they have not yet implemented section 6 of the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 as regards UK courts following EU-derived case law, and whether they intend to give effect to this provision soon.
Answered by Baroness Jones of Whitchurch - Baroness in Waiting (HM Household) (Whip)
The Government has decided to pause the commencement of section 6 of the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 (REUL Act) to allow time to consider this within the wider context of our work to grow the economy and reset relations with the EU and Devolved Governments. Pausing the commencement of Section 6 gives businesses greater stability, and the Government remains free to reform inherited EU law in the best interests of our businesses and economy. While we do not currently intend to commence section 6, it remains open to us to do so at a later date.
Asked by: Lord Jackson of Peterborough (Conservative - Life peer)
Question to the Department for Business and Trade:
To ask His Majesty's Government what progress they have made with the European Union on mutual recognition of professional qualifications; and how recently they have held discussions on this matter.
Answered by Baroness Jones of Whitchurch - Baroness in Waiting (HM Household) (Whip)
The Government aims to strengthen arrangements on the mutual recognition of professional qualifications with the European Union. The regulatory environment for skills and professionals was on the agenda at the UK EU Trade Specialised Committee on Services, Investment and Digital Trade on 24 October 2024. The UK’s approach to the recognition of professional qualifications was discussed under that agenda item. The Government is engaging with businesses to understand views on recognition of professional qualifications between the UK and EU and looks forward to discussions with the EU in due course.
Asked by: Lord Jackson of Peterborough (Conservative - Life peer)
Question to the Department for Business and Trade:
To ask His Majesty's Government what support they are providing to the Eastern Powerhouse to support the improvement of connectivity, infrastructure, and economic activity in the East of England.
Answered by Lord Johnson of Lainston
The Government is committed to supporting the East of England to grow and prosper.
The Spring Budget reaffirmed our support for East-West Rail, building on significant investment in schemes such as the A14 and A11 upgrades. The region has been a particular focus for the devolution agenda and, in addition to those commitments, is receiving over £500m of investment from the levelling up and towns funds and benefitting from Government support for Freeport East and the Thames Freeport.