Boost economy with new EU deal, not more cuts, say Brits
Barely more than a quarter of British adults think cutting welfare payments to encourage people back into work would be more effective in growing the economy than better trade terms with the EU.EU-UK alignment ‘common sense’ as OECD downgrades UK growth
Campaigners are calling for the UK to align more closely with the EU as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) cites US tariffs for global economic slowdown.Continued stagnation highlights urgent need for closer EU-UK alignment
New data released today by the Office for National Statistics shows that the UK economy shrank by 0.1% in January.UK must respond to US tariffs with deeper EU ties
Campaigners are calling for the UK to deepen alignment on goods and services with the EU after it was confirmed today that the US would be implementing tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from the UK.Chancellor emphasises need to remove Brexit barriers and challenges of a US-UK trade deal
The Chancellor has today highlighted the challenges of securing a US-UK trade deal while underlining the importance of removing trade barriers between Britain and the EU.Starmer - Trump Meeting: UK must focus on EU trade, not uncertain US promise
Prime Minister Starmer met with President Trump to discuss trade, with Trump suggesting a UK-US deal could be reached quickly. However, no firm commitments were made. With ongoing Brexit trade barriers, strengthening ties with the EU remains key for UK growth.Policy Director Tom Brufatto at the Business and Trade Select Committee
On Tuesday 25 February, Best for Britain's Executive Director of Policy and Research Tom Brufatto gave evidence to the House of Commons Business and Trade Select Committee on export-led growth....Two thirds want EU-UK Youth Mobility Scheme
A major new survey shows two thirds of people are in favour of the UK arranging a new Youth Mobility Scheme with the EU.Three years on: UK and EU strengthen cooperation to support Ukraine
Three years on from Russia’s invasion, UK and EU cooperation is back in focus. As leaders discuss a European-led mission in Ukraine, stronger economic ties will be key to sustaining long-term support and strengthening European security.Campaign Success: Government to offer Youth Mobility Scheme to EU
A reciprocal EU-UK Youth Mobility Scheme was first proposed by the cross-party UK trade and Business Commission in May 2023 with Best for Britain campaigning for the proposal ever since.Sadiq Khan reaffirms backing for Youth Mobility Scheme
Sadiq Khan has reiterated his support for a UK-EU Youth Mobility Scheme, highlighting its benefits for young people and the economy. Best for Britain welcomes his backing, arguing that the scheme is both popular with voters and well within the government’s red lines.Trump-Putin Talks: Europe must not be sidelined in discussions on Ukraine
The U.S.-Russia talks on Ukraine are happening without Europe at the table, raising serious concerns about the future of European security. With Prime Minister Starmer set to meet President Trump next week, the UK must push for a seat in these critical discussions.ONS growth figures: Government can secure more growth through deeper UK-EU alignment
The latest ONS data reveals a 0.1% growth in the UK economy for Q4 2024. This comes alongside new research from Best for Britain and Frontier Economics, examining the potential benefits of deeper UK-EU regulatory alignment.2.2% boost to GDP on offer from UK-EU goods and services alignment
Significant new analysis demonstrates how the Labour Government can achieve its growth mission, with benefits spread across the nations and regions of the UK, all while staying within the Prime Minister’s stated red lines for the UK’s relationship reset with Europe.Chancellor’s Speech: EU reset the most effective way to grow the economy
The Chancellor is today facing calls to deepen UK and EU ties after a significant speech outlining how she intends to drive economic growth.It’s unanimous: All GB constituencies favour trade with EU over US
A massive new MRP poll has revealed that every constituency in Britain thinks the Government should prioritise trade with the EU over the USA and other countries.MPs back Youth Mobility Scheme
MPs have today backed a Ten-Minute Rule Bill calling for an EU-UK Youth Mobility Scheme.Badenoch must resist calls to leave ECHR
Campaigners have called on the leader of the Opposition to show leadership after Tory MP Steve Barclay urged Kemi Badenoch to pledge to leave the European Convention on Human Rights.PM writes to regulators but Brexit deal remains the real barrier to growth
Campaigners are calling on the Government to tackle the barriers to growth created by Brexit following reports that the Prime Minister, Chancellor and Business Secretary have written to UK regulators.Inflation rises: Government can bring down costs by removing Brexit barriers
According to ONS figures, UK inflation rose to 2.6% in November.