Question to the Department for Business and Trade:

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they would allow the safety of pedestrians to be compromised by lowering vehicle safety standards in order to conclude the UK–US trade agreement.

There are no changes to vehicle safety standards in the General Terms of the UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal. Before placing a vehicle on the market in Great Britain, a vehicle manufacturer must demonstrate that it complies with the relevant regulatory requirements as set out in the GB Type Approval scheme. Upholding these standards remains a UK priority.

In addition, the UK-US deal does not change Britain's high animal welfare and environmental standards. Our approach to this trade deal has ensured that agricultural imports coming into the UK meet the highest food safety standards.