A new trade deal with the EU has been announced, paving the way for a sustainable future in UK fishing rights and tariffs.
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The UK government has announced a new trade deal with the EU, which includes concessions on fishing rights and tariffs.
The UK-EU fishing deal, also known as the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) , was agreed upon in December 2020.
The agreement established a new fisheries framework for the UK's departure from the EU.
Key provisions include the UK's ability to set its own fishing quotas, the creation of an annual review process for fish stocks, and the establishment of a new dispute resolution mechanism.
Additionally, the deal includes arrangements for the management of shared fish stocks in the North Sea and the Irish Sea.
Industry Minister Sarah Jones said the deal provides ’12 years of certainty and stability’ for the fishing industry.
Shadow Foreign Secretary Priti Patel accused the government of making large concessions to the EU and accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer of betraying Brexit.
The Scottish Fishermen’s Federation described the deal as a ‘horror show‘.
Ian Murray, Scottish Secretary, defended the deal, saying it does not change any existing deals and provides stability for the industry.
Labour cancelled its national women’s conference and will restrict all-women shortlists after a Supreme Court ruling on gender.
Shadow Foreign Secretary Priti Patel accused Keir Starmer of being dishonest with the public over his stance on Brexit.
Priti Patel, the UK's Home Secretary, and Keir Starmer, the Leader of the Opposition, have been involved in a series of public disputes.
In 2020, Patel faced criticism for her handling of the Windrush scandal, with Starmer accusing her of 'shameful' behaviour.
The two politicians also clashed over Brexit, with Patel supporting the UK's exit from the EU and Starmer advocating for a second referendum.
Statistics show that 44% of Britons believe Patel has handled the Home Office poorly, while 31% disapprove of Starmer's performance as Opposition leader.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the UK is nearing a trade pact with six Gulf nations, including Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
The deal aims to boost trade ties following Brexit.
The government is expected to make a media appearance today, possibly including a Commons statement from the Prime Minister later in the day.
