Question to the Cabinet Office:

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, Further to the written statement of 1 September 2026, HCWS296, on Canada’s entry I to force with the UK in CPTPP, what steps are being taken to ensure that the EU/UK reset supports the ability of the United Kingdom to maintain its existing free trade deals and sign new ones with non-EU countries and organisations.

The UK and EU are committed to building a closer relationship and are negotiating agreements that will boost trade, enhance energy security and create opportunities for young people. The government will ensure that these agreements are consistent with its wider international obligations.