Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: HM Treasury

Oral Answers to Questions

Alan Mak Excerpts
Tuesday 28th February 2017

(7 years, 9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Simon Kirby Portrait Simon Kirby
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We want to ensure that British companies have the maximum freedom to trade and operate within European markets, and financial services are one of the areas in which we will be seeking a bold, ambitious agreement.

Alan Mak Portrait Mr Alan Mak (Havant) (Con)
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As the Minister continues his discussions on passporting, will he ensure that he maintains a dialogue with business associations and trade bodies such as TheCityUK, to ensure that we get the best possible settlement?

Simon Kirby Portrait Simon Kirby
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I can reassure my hon. Friend that the Treasury is very much in listening mode. We definitely want the best possible deal and we are clear that it is the end result, rather than the mechanism, that is important.