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Chancellor in Brussels: Good business means breaking down trade barriers
In a speech to the Eurogroup of finance ministers, the Chancellor will today say that the UK and EU should aim to have a "businesslike" relationship going forward.
New poll: Europe is public’s priority in face of Trump tariffs
Important new poll shows twice as many voters think the UK should prioritise increasing trade with the EU compared to those who favour the US.
“Like driving with the handbrake on”: PM must tackle trade barriers to increase disposable income
Starmer promises that under his Government Brits will have more money in their pockets.
Case for prioritising EU trade grows in new report
New report reveals that Trump tariffs could hit the UK as hard as Brexit hit trade with the EU. 
Importance of closer UK-EU trading ties grows as exports drop
Report finds that that the export of British food to the EU has dropped by nearly £3bn a year since Brexit.
US or EU: To ease cost of living, there can be only one priority
Campaigners have called for the Prime Minister to prioritise trade with the European Union after he said choosing between the US and the EU was a false choice.
Bank of England calls for UK to "rebuild relations" with the EU
The Governor of the Bank of England has called for closer UK-EU relations after blaming Brexit for slow economic growth.
Mansion House Speech: Government must not be distracted by talk of US trade deal
The Chancellor highlighted the importance of increasing free trade with both the US and the EU but some are concerned a UK-US trade deal will leave the UK economically isolated.
Voter ID: Government must increase options for young people
Today the Government will introduce a motion to allow Veterans cards to be used as identification to vote during elections prompting calls for them to expand options for young people as well.
Trump set to win: UK must deepen EU ties
Donald Trump has declared victory in the United States presidential election.
Leadership contest: Labour must act on Europe while Tories rebuild
Kemi Badenoch has won the Conservative leadership contest and will be the next party leader. 
Budget 2024: Growth means closer UK-EU ties
Today the Chancellor will unveil the first Labour budget in 15 years. 
UK-Germany defence agreement: vital to combat Russian aggression
The UK Defence Secretary John Healey and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius have today signed a UK-Germany defence pact.
Businesses call for reduction of Brexit regulation and red-tape
Santander's newest survey shows that UK businesses want the Government to support trade by reducing Brexit-related regulations and red-tape.
Voter ID: Government must go further to expand list for young Brits
Campaigners call on the Government to further expand the list of acceptable forms of voter ID, as it approves Veteran Cards.
EU-UK defence cooperation urgent as Lammy meets EU foreign ministers
Foreign Secretary joins EU foreign-ministers meeting as part of post-Brexit 'reset' in relations. 
Investment summit: Cutting red tape must address Brexit
Campaigners are calling for the Prime Minister to cut red tape caused by Brexit as he hosts business leaders in London today.
Board of Trade: Trade Secretary makes first steps in what should be a total overhaul
As reports emerge that the Secretary of State for Business and Trade is replacing members of the UK Board of Trade, campaigners call for complete overhaul.
Case for closer UK-EU regulatory alignment grows in new report
New report urges the Government to seek closer alignment with Europe as part of calls for a "pro-growth" relationship with the EU.
£22bn green investment: Government must match ambition in carbon border tax system
Campaigners urge the Government to go further, as they announce £22bn pledge for carbon capture and storage technology in net zero drive.