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UK-EU Future Relationship Negotiations

The UK Government is negotiating the future relationship framework with the EU following Brexit, covering trade, security, and strategic partnership arrangements. Led by the Cabinet Office and Prime Minister's Office, this active negotiation involves complex cross-cutting issues requiring parliamentary scrutiny. Key concerns include transparency of negotiating positions, dynamic alignment mechanisms, and the need for formal parliamentary oversight through annual reports and white papers on the relationship's strategic direction.

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2026

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29 Apr 2026 | Written question Cabinet Office Context · primary home: European Partnership Bill linked

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, pursuant to the Answer of 26 March 2026 to Question 113590 on Erasmus+ Programme: Finance, what the planned timetable is for the negotiation of the next Mul

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, pursuant to the Answer of 26 March 2026 to Question 113590 on Erasmus+ Programme: Finance, what the planned timetable is for the negotiation of the next Multiannual Financial Framework.

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29 Apr 2026 | Written question Cabinet Office Context · primary home: European Partnership Bill linked

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to the EU press release entitled EU-UK relations: Council greenlights talks on electricity and cohesion deals, published on 30 March 2026, wh

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to the EU press release entitled EU-UK relations: Council greenlights talks on electricity and cohesion deals, published on 30 March 2026, what the planned timetable is for (a) completion of …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

The EU is a key partner for the UK. The relationship is more stable now than it has been for some time, but significant challenges remain and there are ample opportunities to improve it further. We are supportive of Government efforts to address these challenges, rebuilding trust and improving the relationship in the UK and EU’s shared interest. (Conclusion, Paragraph 19)

The EU is a key partner for the UK. The relationship is more stable now than it has been for some time, but significant challenges remain and there are ample opportunities to improve it further. We are supportive of Government …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

It is therefore extremely disappointing that these negotiations have been a failure so far. This is the direct result of EU demands for a UK financial contribution to Security Action for Europe that was, we agree with the Government, beyond the bounds of the reasonable. As a result, cooperation in an area as crucial as defence collaboration, needed urgently to support Ukraine, has been derailed. This is a worrying sign that the UK and EU are far from ready to think strategically about their s...

It is therefore extremely disappointing that these negotiations have been a failure so far. This is the direct result of EU demands for a UK financial contribution to Security Action for Europe that was, we agree with the Government, beyond …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

Reflecting the Government’s approach to setting its EU negotiating objectives, we found there is little in the Common Understanding by way of a connecting thread between its different elements. Some of the Government’s known objectives for the “reset”, as well as numerous proposals made by stakeholders for improvements to the relationship, are missing. Conversely, some elements that are included in the Common Understanding, such as electricity trading and steel tariffs, were not articulated a...

Reflecting the Government’s approach to setting its EU negotiating objectives, we found there is little in the Common Understanding by way of a connecting thread between its different elements. Some of the Government’s known objectives for the “reset”, as well …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

The Government has made the Sanitary and Phytosanitary Agreement with the EU a political priority and convincingly demonstrated its potential economic benefits if properly negotiated. However, important questions remain about the scope of the Agreement and of any exemptions from the UK’s obligation to align with EU rules. (Conclusion, Paragraph 72)

The Government has made the Sanitary and Phytosanitary Agreement with the EU a political priority and convincingly demonstrated its potential economic benefits if properly negotiated. However, important questions remain about the scope of the Agreement and of any exemptions from …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

More broadly, the Government has now entered into negotiations with the EU on several agreements on the basis of dynamic alignment with relevant EU laws, subject to some exceptions yet to be negotiated. The Committee notes that this will, necessarily, reduce regulatory autonomy in Great Britain, beyond the constraints that apply already in Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework, as the price for improved terms of trade with the EU. We consider the democratic legitimacy and parliamentary...

More broadly, the Government has now entered into negotiations with the EU on several agreements on the basis of dynamic alignment with relevant EU laws, subject to some exceptions yet to be negotiated. The Committee notes that this will, necessarily, …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

Given the EU’s parallel concerns about the restrictions of the UK’s visa sponsorship scheme, it is clear that this set of negotiations has two distinct strands. They are likely to require being treated as a package for the Government to achieve its objectives with respect to recognition of professional qualifications. (Conclusion, Paragraph 98)

Given the EU’s parallel concerns about the restrictions of the UK’s visa sponsorship scheme, it is clear that this set of negotiations has two distinct strands. They are likely to require being treated as a package for the Government to …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

We ask the Government to outline the specific objectives it has put forward in talks with the EU to address the different types of barriers touring performers encounter since Brexit, and what it sees as the remaining barriers to progress ahead of the next UK-EU summit. (Recommendation, Paragraph 103) 92

We ask the Government to outline the specific objectives it has put forward in talks with the EU to address the different types of barriers touring performers encounter since Brexit, and what it sees as the remaining barriers to progress …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

The further negotiations with the EU announced at the Lancaster House summit were always going to present complexities. Compromises will need to be made on both sides. We recognise the Government’s desire to make rapid progress in the on-going talks to enable the benefits of a closer relationship for citizens and businesses with the EU to materialise. We urge our EU partners to recognise the significant flexibility the UK has already shown to make the new Strategic Partnership a success, and ...

The further negotiations with the EU announced at the Lancaster House summit were always going to present complexities. Compromises will need to be made on both sides. We recognise the Government’s desire to make rapid progress in the on-going talks …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

Despite Ministers talking about ‘implementing’ the outcomes of the first UK-EU summit, substantive and potentially difficult negotiations with the EU to translate many of them into practice are very much on-going. Significant changes in the UK’s relationship with the EU were never likely to happen quickly. Realistic expectations management by the Government is key to continued confidence in the “reset”. Ministers should avoid inadvertently creating false expectations of imminent practical ben...

Despite Ministers talking about ‘implementing’ the outcomes of the first UK-EU summit, substantive and potentially difficult negotiations with the EU to translate many of them into practice are very much on-going. Significant changes in the UK’s relationship with the EU …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

While we recognise that not all things can be negotiated in the open, there is a tension between exposing one’s hand and the transparency necessary for good parliamentary scrutiny. The Government will be better equipped to conduct the negotiations with the EU if it is well-informed through consultation and engagement, both with Parliament and with other stakeholders. Its approach to transparency of, and consultation on, the UK’s objectives for the sector-specific negotiations foreseen by the ...

While we recognise that not all things can be negotiated in the open, there is a tension between exposing one’s hand and the transparency necessary for good parliamentary scrutiny. The Government will be better equipped to conduct the negotiations with …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

We are concerned about the evidence we have seen of potential shortcomings in the internal cross-Departmental coordination of the UK negotiating position with the EU, in particular between the Cabinet Office and Departments that hold responsibility for specific policy areas affected by the negotiations. (Conclusion, Paragraph 123)

We are concerned about the evidence we have seen of potential shortcomings in the internal cross-Departmental coordination of the UK negotiating position with the EU, in particular between the Cabinet Office and Departments that hold responsibility for specific policy areas …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

As for the UK Government position, we note that Ministers have not explicitly ruled out making a financial contribution to the economic development of the EU’s lower-income Member States in a manner similar to Norway and Switzerland. Irrespective of the arguments around the principle of such a contribution’ to the EU, it is essential that Ministers conduct these negotiations transparently. (Conclusion, Paragraph 129)

As for the UK Government position, we note that Ministers have not explicitly ruled out making a financial contribution to the economic development of the EU’s lower-income Member States in a manner similar to Norway and Switzerland. Irrespective of the …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

To enable the Strategic Partnership to deliver to its full potential, Ministers will need to produce a clearer and more coherent vision about the EU relationship for the next phase of negotiations. The UK and EU both face far- reaching national and economic security challenges from an increasingly multipolar global order and a more transactional ally in the US. While the Government has told us that it has undertaken a “realistic, hard-headed assessment of international politics and our nation...

To enable the Strategic Partnership to deliver to its full potential, Ministers will need to produce a clearer and more coherent vision about the EU relationship for the next phase of negotiations. The UK and EU both face far- reaching …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

In particular, in light of recent comments by Ministers, we also ask the Government to clarify if it is reconsidering its “red lines” for the EU negotiations, particularly on the Single Market and customs matters, or if it can envisage any circumstances in which it would be prudent to do so. (Recommendation, Paragraph 163)

In particular, in light of recent comments by Ministers, we also ask the Government to clarify if it is reconsidering its “red lines” for the EU negotiations, particularly on the Single Market and customs matters, or if it can envisage …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

We recommend in particular that the Government provide further details at the earliest opportunity, and in any event in its response to this Report, about its proposals for sectoral alignment with the EU Single Market in additional areas as suggested by the Prime Minister. This should make clear in particular the sectors it has prioritised in that regard, and how it intends to take that forward with the EU in the run-up to the next UK-EU summit. The Government should also use existing avenues...

We recommend in particular that the Government provide further details at the earliest opportunity, and in any event in its response to this Report, about its proposals for sectoral alignment with the EU Single Market in additional areas as suggested …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

While the best moment for an EU White Paper would have been in advance of the first UK-EU summit, we do not believe it is too late given that the Government’s own position on this matter is clearly in flux; there remains a need for a stable, long-term approach to the UK’s relationship with the EU; and the significant challenges in that relationship that remain which the Lancaster House summit did not address. A White Paper could serve in particular to elucidate the Government’s apparent shift...

While the best moment for an EU White Paper would have been in advance of the first UK-EU summit, we do not believe it is too late given that the Government’s own position on this matter is clearly in flux; …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

To ensure the Strategic Partnership with the EU can deliver on its full potential, we recommend that the Government, with a view to informing its objectives for the next bilateral summit and beyond, publish a White Paper on the future of the UK-EU relationship. This should clearly articulate the overall vision for the relationship; the strategic challenges that the Partnership must equip the UK and EU to address; and the specific proposals the Government has made, or is intending to make, to ...

To ensure the Strategic Partnership with the EU can deliver on its full potential, we recommend that the Government, with a view to informing its objectives for the next bilateral summit and beyond, publish a White Paper on the future …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

To date, the Government has been reluctant to be transparent with Parliament about the substance of its position in talks with the EU and progress in those negotiations. We are not asking for Ministers to give, in their words, a “running commentary”, but there is significant scope for improvement in the flow of information. (Conclusion, Paragraph 202)

To date, the Government has been reluctant to be transparent with Parliament about the substance of its position in talks with the EU and progress in those negotiations. We are not asking for Ministers to give, in their words, a …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

We have already made recommendations on extending the Government’s commitments to transparency of Free Trade Agreement negotiations to the negotiations with the EU. Given the cross-cutting nature and complexity of the EU relationship, we also recommend that the Government publish an Annual Report on the implementation of the Strategic Partnership ahead of each subsequent UK-EU summit and enable a debate on this document in the House of Commons. This should cover progress made in the previous ...

We have already made recommendations on extending the Government’s commitments to transparency of Free Trade Agreement negotiations to the negotiations with the EU. Given the cross-cutting nature and complexity of the EU relationship, we also recommend that the Government publish …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

Given the impact, complexity and cross-cutting nature of the UK’s relationship with the EU, continued parliamentary scrutiny of the UK-EU relationship is vital. (Conclusion, Paragraph 221)

Given the impact, complexity and cross-cutting nature of the UK’s relationship with the EU, continued parliamentary scrutiny of the UK-EU relationship is vital. (Conclusion, Paragraph 221) Type: conclusion | Number: 76 | Response status: response_pending

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

The EU is a key international partner for the UK. As such, the Foreign Affairs Committee should continue carrying out the scrutiny function for the foreign policy dimension of the new relationship, including the Security and Defence Partnership, as well as relevant elements of the new Strategic Partnership and the annual summit process, as part of our broader programme of work and our scrutiny of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. This would of course not preclude other Committ...

The EU is a key international partner for the UK. As such, the Foreign Affairs Committee should continue carrying out the scrutiny function for the foreign policy dimension of the new relationship, including the Security and Defence Partnership, as well …

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4 Mar 2026 | Committee report linked

We intend to consider the matter further, engaging with other interested parties within the House of Commons. It would be preferable for there to be broad agreement on the appropriate EU scrutiny mechanisms before any new treaties with the EU requiring dynamic alignment are brought into force. (Conclusion, Paragraph 227)

We intend to consider the matter further, engaging with other interested parties within the House of Commons. It would be preferable for there to be broad agreement on the appropriate EU scrutiny mechanisms before any new treaties with the EU …

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2025

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22 Dec 2025 | Policy paper Cabinet Office linked

UK/EU Summit - Key documentation

Key documents regarding the United Kingdom and European Union's substantial package to take forward our future partnership

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1 Dec 2025 | Announcement Cabinet Office linked

Statement on UK-EU Relations

UIN: HCWS1114 At the first ever UK-EU Summit on 19 May, the Government agreed a new strategic partnership with the EU. A partnership to boost the prosperity, safety and security of both our people, and help strengthen Europe-wide defences.We have …

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1 Dec 2025 | Announcement Cabinet Office linked

Statement on UK-EU Relations

UIN: HLWS1112 My Right Honourable friend, the Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Rt Hon. Nick Thomas-Symonds MP, has today made the following statement:At the first ever UK-EU Summit on 19 May, the Government agreed a new …

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10 Apr 2025 | Government response linked

The UK has not adequately compensated for the loss of Creative Europe funding, of which it was a net beneficiary, and simply increasing UKGSF will not deliver all the benefits that membership of that network did. (Conclusion, Paragraph 34)

The UK has not adequately compensated for the loss of Creative Europe funding, of which it was a net beneficiary, and simply increasing UKGSF will not deliver all the benefits that membership of that network did. (Conclusion, Paragraph 34) Type: …

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10 Apr 2025 | Committee report linked

The Government must be fully engaged with the EU’s discussions on ‘European works’ and mitigate any potential changes to the UK’s status under it. We ask the Government to write to us every six months with its latest assessment of the EU and its member states’ positions, relevant debates and policy developments, plus the action it is taking to protect the UK’s status. (Recommendation, Paragraph 92)

The Government must be fully engaged with the EU’s discussions on ‘European works’ and mitigate any potential changes to the UK’s status under it. We ask the Government to write to us every six months with its latest assessment of …

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2024

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29 Jan 2024 | Committee report linked

While we believe that the prerogative should continue to be the source of the power for the Government to negotiate and enter into international agreements, it is clear that the manner and way in which that prerogative power is exercised needs to be more clearly and widely understood. The current arrangements grant the Government considerable power as well as flexibility in how they are used. We favour maintaining this flexibility but are alive to concerns about the potential for abuse of thi...

While we believe that the prerogative should continue to be the source of the power for the Government to negotiate and enter into international agreements, it is clear that the manner and way in which that prerogative power is exercised …

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29 Jan 2024 | Committee report linked

To carry out its constitutional function effectively in regard to the scrutiny of international agreements, it is not enough for Parliament to be involved only at the end of the process. A new approach to conceptualising international negotiations and international agreements needs to be developed in the UK whereby Parliament is involved throughout the process or ‘lifecycle’ of an international agreement, from early considerations on whether to open negotiations, through the negotiation round...

To carry out its constitutional function effectively in regard to the scrutiny of international agreements, it is not enough for Parliament to be involved only at the end of the process. A new approach to conceptualising international negotiations and international …

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2023

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30 Aug 2023 | Committee report linked

It is not yet clear whether the Tilt has achieved a permanent rebalancing of UK foreign policy. It will only have done so if prioritisation is maintained consistently over a long period during which relationships can be built and sustained on the basis of the original Tilt.

It is not yet clear whether the Tilt has achieved a permanent rebalancing of UK foreign policy. It will only have done so if prioritisation is maintained consistently over a long period during which relationships can be built and sustained …

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4 Apr 2023 | Committee report linked

It is important that the “no concessions” policy, and the limited toolbox of standard diplomatic responses, should not preclude creative negotiations and conversations within the confines of UK and international law; or limit the effectiveness of points of leverage the UK Government may be able to realise and apply.

It is important that the “no concessions” policy, and the limited toolbox of standard diplomatic responses, should not preclude creative negotiations and conversations within the confines of UK and international law; or limit the effectiveness of points of leverage the …

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7 Mar 2023 | Committee report linked

We welcome NATO-EU engagement, both on China and defence capabilities, where it is complementary, rather than duplicative. We are also supportive of the UK’s application to join PESCO. (Paragraph 82) Wider issues

We welcome NATO-EU engagement, both on China and defence capabilities, where it is complementary, rather than duplicative. We are also supportive of the UK’s application to join PESCO. (Paragraph 82) Wider issues Type: conclusion | Number: 13 | Response status: …

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2022

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18 Dec 2022 | Committee report linked

The Integrated Review notably lacked detail on the future of the UK’s relationship with its European partners and the EU. The renewed illegal invasion of Ukraine has altered the dynamics of European politics and provided a clearer lens through which to view UK-Europe security relations. It is important that the updated IR clarifies the nature of the UK’s security relationship with key European partners and the EU. We will be exploring further the extent to which this relationship should be fo...

The Integrated Review notably lacked detail on the future of the UK’s relationship with its European partners and the EU. The renewed illegal invasion of Ukraine has altered the dynamics of European politics and provided a clearer lens through which …

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18 Dec 2022 | Committee report linked

The Integrated Review was right to highlight the UK’s increasing interest in the Indo-Pacific. However, this refresh presents an opportunity to reset and clarify the UK’s relationships beyond the Indo-Pacific and specifically in the Euro-Atlantic. The Government should explain if, and how, it expects the UK to contribute to European security while maintaining the Indo-Pacific tilt, particularly at a time of considerably constrained resources. The IR refresh should also explain in more detail ...

The Integrated Review was right to highlight the UK’s increasing interest in the Indo-Pacific. However, this refresh presents an opportunity to reset and clarify the UK’s relationships beyond the Indo-Pacific and specifically in the Euro-Atlantic. The Government should explain if, …

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28 Oct 2022 | Committee report linked

We are disappointed at the continued reluctance of the Government to offer the Foreign and International Trade Secretaries of State to provide us with oral evidence. This risks giving the impression that the Government do not attach the appropriate importance to parliamentary scrutiny of strategic export controls. While we appreciate that other ministers from the relevant departments have agreed to give evidence, we expect the Government to be more accommodating in offering suitable dates for...

We are disappointed at the continued reluctance of the Government to offer the Foreign and International Trade Secretaries of State to provide us with oral evidence. This risks giving the impression that the Government do not attach the appropriate importance …

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28 Oct 2022 | Committee report linked

We acknowledge that the EU arms control rules (other than the dual-use items) in Common Position 2008/944/CFSP are part of the CFSP, rather than trade policy, and could therefore have been included in an EU/UK foreign policy agreement but that the UK Government rejected such an agreement. However, we are aware of the concerns regarding divergence between the EU and UK’s controls systems and in particular the UK’s loss of access to the EU’s information sharing systems, especially in respect of...

We acknowledge that the EU arms control rules (other than the dual-use items) in Common Position 2008/944/CFSP are part of the CFSP, rather than trade policy, and could therefore have been included in an EU/UK foreign policy agreement but that …

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24 Oct 2022 | Committee report linked

We recommend that the Government should negotiate an agreement with the EU to provide a single-entry document for performers to submit to any EU country they wish to visit. (Paragraph 57) Resources

We recommend that the Government should negotiate an agreement with the EU to provide a single-entry document for performers to submit to any EU country they wish to visit. (Paragraph 57) Resources Type: recommendation | Number: 13 | Response status: …

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19 Oct 2022 | Committee report linked

The events surrounding the UK’s expulsion from the EU’s Galileo programme were deeply unsatisfactory and demonstrated a failure of statecraft on all sides. The European Commission’s decision was deeply regrettable given the extensive contribution, including financing of £1.2 billion, that the UK had made to the Galileo programme since its inception.

The events surrounding the UK’s expulsion from the EU’s Galileo programme were deeply unsatisfactory and demonstrated a failure of statecraft on all sides. The European Commission’s decision was deeply regrettable given the extensive contribution, including financing of £1.2 billion, that …

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2021

11 events
16 Nov 2021 | Announcement Cabinet Office linked

Update on EU Relations

UIN: HCWS395 My noble Friend, the Minister of State in the Cabinet Office (the Rt Hon Lord Frost CMG), made the following ministerial statement on Wednesday 10 November:My Lords, with the leave of the House, I will now make a …

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29 May 2021 | Committee report linked

The UK has long occupied an important place in Europe’s live music ecosystem, and has traditionally been a starting point for tours creating work for UK-based freelancers and suppliers. The substantial UK-based infrastructure, including haulage, for tours and festivals is currently at risk unless the Government finds a solution to Brexit-related costs and complexities. We recommend that the Government report to us, monthly, on actions it is taking to alleviate this issue bilaterally and with ...

The UK has long occupied an important place in Europe’s live music ecosystem, and has traditionally been a starting point for tours creating work for UK-based freelancers and suppliers. The substantial UK-based infrastructure, including haulage, for tours and festivals is …

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29 May 2021 | Committee report linked

The UK-EU trade and co-operation deal threatens not only the vibrancy of the UK’s festivals but the music industry as a whole. The cost and complication of moving people and equipment between the UK and EU will make it less attractive for bands from overseas to play at the UK’s festivals, and will limit the chances for UK artists and crews to build audiences and contacts at European festivals. We are not aware of any progress having been made to resolve the issues arising from the deal, and w...

The UK-EU trade and co-operation deal threatens not only the vibrancy of the UK’s festivals but the music industry as a whole. The cost and complication of moving people and equipment between the UK and EU will make it less …

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28 May 2021 | Committee report linked

In relation to Erasmus+, Iain Stewart MP, Minister for Scotland, told us that that he “fully acknowledge the benefits that that scheme brought”224 and that: The possibility of staying part of Erasmus was a central part of the negotiations all the way through. I am not saying you have alleged, but others have alleged that we ruled it out from the start because it was European and, therefore, bad. We took an objective look at the cost. [ … ] the judgment that was made by the negotiators was tha...

In relation to Erasmus+, Iain Stewart MP, Minister for Scotland, told us that that he “fully acknowledge the benefits that that scheme brought”224 and that: The possibility of staying part of Erasmus was a central part of the negotiations all …

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28 May 2021 | Committee report linked

Horizon Europe is the EU’s €100 billion research and innovation programme that succeeds Horizon 2020 and runs from 2021 to 2027. The programme aims to strengthen European science and technology research, boost innovation capacity, competitiveness and jobs, and deliver on citizens’ priorities.310 Many in the science and research sectors, such as Wellcome, argued that the UK should associate to Horizon Europe following 305 European Commission, Horizon 2020 in full swing: Three years on (Decembe...

Horizon Europe is the EU’s €100 billion research and innovation programme that succeeds Horizon 2020 and runs from 2021 to 2027. The programme aims to strengthen European science and technology research, boost innovation capacity, competitiveness and jobs, and deliver on …

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28 May 2021 | Committee report linked

It is currently unclear how much influence the UK will have over Horizon Europe. The Declarations agreed between the UK and EU as part of the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement state that the UK “shall participate as an associated country in all parts of the Horizon Europe programme”, and that UK “entities may participate in direct actions of the Joint Research Centre”316 (the EU Commission’s science and knowledge service), but “without voting rights”.317 In addition, the EU Commission’s g...

It is currently unclear how much influence the UK will have over Horizon Europe. The Declarations agreed between the UK and EU as part of the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement state that the UK “shall participate as an associated …

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28 May 2021 | Committee report linked

Iain Stewart MP, Minister for Scotland, told us that what underpins the UK Government’s “strategy is to maintain good links with Europe, with our partners and friends, trading partners and academic links”—he “absolutely” wanted that to continue.351 That said, he also noted that: Whether it is the Turing scheme or some of the other research and development that we want to see, I am absolutely convinced that Scotland’s best interest is as part of that global British ambition and not just limite...

Iain Stewart MP, Minister for Scotland, told us that what underpins the UK Government’s “strategy is to maintain good links with Europe, with our partners and friends, trading partners and academic links”—he “absolutely” wanted that to continue.351 That said, he …

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28 Apr 2021 | Committee report linked

We welcome the fact that the UK and EU have agreed a new security partnership as part of the agreement of the Trade and Co-operation Agreement. At the time of the inquiry hearings, Brexit had had no discernible operational impact on cross-border policing and the ability to co-operate with partners in the EU has been maintained. Before the announcement of the agreement, we had heard concerns that a failure to secure a deal on security could have led to a reliance on cumbersome extradition and ...

We welcome the fact that the UK and EU have agreed a new security partnership as part of the agreement of the Trade and Co-operation Agreement. At the time of the inquiry hearings, Brexit had had no discernible operational impact …

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28 Apr 2021 | Committee report linked

UK law enforcement agencies will continue to have access to Europol through the third-country arrangement negotiated in the Trade and Co-operation Agreement. Access to Europol is important for law enforcement agencies when co-ordinating Europe-wide investigations, particularly when more than two countries are involved in an operation. However, the loss of full membership of Europol reduces, but does not eliminate, the ability of the UK to shape the future development of the organisation throu...

UK law enforcement agencies will continue to have access to Europol through the third-country arrangement negotiated in the Trade and Co-operation Agreement. Access to Europol is important for law enforcement agencies when co-ordinating Europe-wide investigations, particularly when more than two …

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2020

34 events
30 Dec 2020 | Policy paper Cabinet Office linked

EU (Future Relationship) Bill

The European Union (Future Relationship) Bill enables the UK Government to implement and ratify the Agreements agreed between the UK and the EU.

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↓ EU (Future Relationship) Bill Explanatory Notes ↓ EU (Future Relationship) Bill Delegated Powers Memorandum ↓ Letter from Lord True to Baroness Taylor, Chair of the Lord… (2pp) ↓ EU (Future Relationship) Bill ECHR Memo (29pp) ↓ Draft EU (Future Relationship) Bill (85pp) ↓ Draft EU (Future Relationship) Bill Explanatory Notes (78pp)
18 Sep 2020 | Committee report linked

We asked about the impact of the UK’s departure from the EU on the Department’s immigration enforcement activities.52 The Department has teams in EU countries which support its work to prevent unlawful entry to the UK and to tackle organised immigration crime. The Department told us the Dublin II agreement allows it to pass responsibility for some asylum cases to EU member states, for example where non-EU nationals enter the UK by clandestine or illegal means from EU countries.53 The Departme...

We asked about the impact of the UK’s departure from the EU on the Department’s immigration enforcement activities.52 The Department has teams in EU countries which support its work to prevent unlawful entry to the UK and to tackle organised …

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31 Jul 2020 | Policy paper Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street linked

Terms of reference on the UK-EU future relationship negotiations

Further details on the UK-EU future relationship negotiations.

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↓ Agenda for first round of negotiations: 2-5 March 2020 (1pp) ↓ Supplementary Annex to Terms of Reference (1pp) ↓ New Addendum to the Terms of Reference on the UK-EU Future … (1pp)
19 May 2020 | Policy paper Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street linked

Our approach to the Future Relationship with the EU

The UK’s approach to negotiations with the European Union.

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↓ DRAFT UK-EU Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) (292pp) ↓ DRAFT UK-EU CFTA Annexes (114pp) ↓ DRAFT Fisheries Framework Agreement (12pp) ↓ DRAFT Air Transport Agreement (24pp) ↓ DRAFT Civil Aviation Safety Agreement (11pp) ↓ DRAFT Annexes to Civil Aviation Safety Agreement (22pp) ↓ DRAFT Energy Agreement (37pp) ↓ DRAFT Social Security Coordination Agreement (25pp) ↓ DRAFT Civil Nuclear Agreement (15pp) ↓ DRAFT Agreement on Law Enforcement and Judicial Cooperation… (140pp) ↓ DRAFT Agreement on the transfer of unaccompanied asylum-see… (10pp) ↓ DRAFT Agreement on the readmission of people residing witho… (21pp) ↓ Letter from David Frost to Michel Barnier: 19.05.20 (4pp)
3 Feb 2020 | Announcement Cabinet Office linked

UK / EU Relations

UIN: HLWS83 UK / EU relations My Rt Hon Friend the Prime Minister has made the following statement:This statement sets out the Government’s proposed approach to the negotiations with the EU about our future relationship. Further details on this and …

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