Brexit red tape deal could slash food export costs and bring back EU trade

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Brexit red tape deal could slash food export costs and bring back EU trade  Could a closer trading relationship with Europe mean cheaper exports, fewer delays and lower costs for British businesses? Find out what the proposed changes could mean for food producers, shoppers and trade.  #Brexit #EUTrade #FoodIndustry #BritishBusiness #ExportCosts

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00:00A proposed UK-EU food deal could cut paperwork, costs and delays for businesses exporting

00:06agricultural products. The draft agreement would remove many checks and certificates

00:10introduced after Brexit, making trade with European markets simpler for food producers

00:15and exporters. It could also allow some UK products, including fresh sausages, to return

00:21to EU markets. The government says closer alignment with European rules could bring

00:26annual economic benefits of £5.1 billion. Business groups support reducing trade barriers,

00:33but some Brexit campaigners oppose adopting EU standards. Smaller exporters could benefit.

00:39The proposals remain subject to discussion and agreement at the UK-EU summit.

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