Trade Bill

Debate between Lord Lansley and Lord Mackay of Clashfern
Lord Lansley Portrait Lord Lansley
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My noble friend the Minister may know what their intentions are but, as I understand it, in a number of instances—and I think the Swiss are among them—they will use what are effectively not just bilateral agreements with the Swiss but the opportunity to roll over the EU-Swiss agreements into UK-Swiss agreements, and the power here is available for that purpose.

Lord Mackay of Clashfern Portrait Lord Mackay of Clashfern
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My Lords, it is also worth pointing out that, in the event of an accidental no deal—which I hope will not happen—the amendment moved by the noble Lord, Lord Hain, this afternoon would be relevant as well.