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More than four hundred UK regulations to be aligned with Brussels under planned EU trade deal
Research by the Food and Drink Federation found more than four hundred UK regulations will need to be brought into line with EU laws as part of the planned trade agreement, forcing firms to make costly changes to supply chains.
Research by the Food and Drink Federation has found that more than four hundred UK regulations will need to be brought into line with Brussels laws as part of the planned trade agreement with the European Union. The alignment would force firms to make costly changes to supply chains and manufacturing processes.
The findings come amid a growing political debate over the UK's relationship with the EU. Wes Streeting has publicly stated that Britain should rejoin the European Union, a position that has put pressure on Andy Burnham, who previously supported rejoining but has now appeared to reverse his stance as he campaigns in a pro-Brexit region.
Critics argue that any attempt to improve relations with the EU will come at a significant cost, with the bloc determined to demonstrate there is no easy way back after Brexit. Commentators have described the process as something of a punishment beating, noting that the EU will ensure the UK pays for every concession.
Defenders of closer EU ties point to the Labour manifesto, which contained a concrete pledge to improve relations and reset the relationship with Brussels. They argue the trade deal represents a pragmatic approach to reducing barriers that have hampered British businesses since Brexit.
While there is no appetite among major political parties to hold another referendum in the immediate term, polling consistently shows growing public support for rejoining the EU, with no poll supporting Brexit recorded in recent years. The debate continues to divide both Labour and the broader political landscape.