UK-US deal: would show “complete disrespect” to public if waved through with no vote

EMBARGO: Immediate Release

Responding to Keir Starmer’s press conference regarding the UK-US agreement, Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey said:

“When it comes to any trade deal – and especially one with someone as unreliable as Donald Trump – the devil will be in the detail. One thing is clear, Trump’s trade tariffs are still hitting key British industries, threatening the livelihoods of people across the UK.

“The Government must now publish the full details of this deal and give MPs a vote. It would show complete disrespect to the public if this deal was waved through without giving Parliament a say.

“The Liberal Democrats will continue to ask the questions the public want answers to. Like so many people, we have grave concerns about Donald Trump’s attempts to undercut British farmers, undermine children’s online safety and secure tax breaks for US tech barons. These are compounded by Trump’s history of breaking his word and ripping up trade deals on a whim.”

ENDS