UK-EU Summit Debate

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Department: Cabinet Office
Tuesday 20th May 2025

(1 day, 18 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Keir Starmer Portrait The Prime Minister
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I thank my hon. Friend. We will move at pace on all fronts. It is important that young people have those opportunities.

Chris Vince Portrait Chris Vince (Harlow) (Lab/Co-op)
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I thank you for getting everybody in, Madam Deputy Speaker; it has been a mammoth session. I thank the Prime Minister for his statement. I notice that many businesses are in support of the deal. My constituency is home to many great businesses, from manufacturing companies to pharmaceutical companies, and from defence manufacturers to food exporters. Will the Prime Minister outline how the deal will benefit my great businesses in Harlow?

Keir Starmer Portrait The Prime Minister
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It will massively reduce bureaucracy and red tape, making it easier for businesses to do business. It will also open up opportunities on defence and security. That is why it has been so welcomed by the business community.