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UK Relations with EU

Asked by Mr Angus MacDonaldLiberal DemocratCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 9 May 2025UIN 48840

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what assessment his Department has made of the benefits of restoring stronger ties with the European Union.

Answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds

We have reset our relations with European partners. The Government is now focused on using our strengthened relations to deliver a new strategic partnership with the EU to grow the economy, boost living standards, protect our borders and keep the UK safe.

The UK-EU Summit on 19 May 2025 will provide an opportunity to make further progress on areas which will deliver tangible benefits for the people of the UK and the EU.

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