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Rachael Maskell
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(5 years, 1 month ago)
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Elizabeth Truss
My hon. Friend is right. I was very proud to open the market for pigs trotters into China when I was Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Market access is very important. We have seen a massive increase in pork exports to China over the past five years. He is right that our high welfare standards and quality produce are valued across the world. There are lots of new opportunities, including for the Gloucester Old Spot.
Rachael Maskell (York Central) (Lab/Co-op)
Leaked documents from Operation Kingfisher showed that York would be the worst-hit place in the country in the event of no deal. What discussions is the Secretary of State having with my city to ensure that we will be able to trade after 31 October?
Elizabeth Truss
No doubt the hon. Lady will be supporting a deal to ensure that the good people of York have the trading opportunities that they deserve.