Exiting the European Union and Global Trade

Debate between Barry Gardiner and Christian Matheson

Thursday 6th July 2017 Commons Chamber

[Barry Gardiner]

I have absolutely said that I want us to be in a strong position in these negotiations, but what I also want is clarity from the Government about what the future will mean for our businesses.

[Christian Matheson (City of Chester) (Lab)]

My hon. Friend talks about the possibility of crashing out of Europe without a deal. If we do not achieve a deal in those negotiations, who will be responsible for not having achieved a deal?

[Barry Gardiner]

We must all hope that we will ensure that we get a deal, and that it will absolutely provide us with friction-free access for our goods and services.