European Union: Future Relationship

Stephen Farry Excerpts

Thursday 27th February 2020 Commons Chamber

[Michael Gove]

Yes, it is, and the Government stand behind that.

[Stephen Farry (North Down) (Alliance)]

Does the Minister recognise that even the most far-reaching and comprehensive free trade agreement will sadly still mean regulatory and rules of origin checks down the Irish sea. As such, beyond simply giving a rhetorical commitment on the implementation of the protocol, will he assure not just the House, but his negotiating partners in the EU, that the Government are preparing to implement that protocol?

[Michael Gove]

We will ensure that the protocol is appropriately implemented, and we will also ensure unfettered access for businesses in Northern Ireland to the rest of the UK market.