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NFU Clarifies Stance on UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary Deal

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 15
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What happened

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Boris Johnson stated that the NFU was 'very strongly in support' of a UK-EU sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) deal, but later corrected himself, clarifying that the union is neutral pending the terms of the agreement. The deal is intended to make food easier to trade between the UK and the EU.

From fwi.co.uk

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The government estimates the SPS agreement will be worth £5bn a year to the UK economy. The removal of costly certification and border delays is expected to create opportunities for exporters, though the report questions how much of that financial benefit will reach the farmgate.

From fwi.co.uk

Who's involved

  • Boris JohnsonPrime Minister of the United Kingdom who confirmed the NFU's position on the SPS deal.
  • NFUThe representative body for British farming interests that is monitoring the SPS deal.
  • governmentThe governing body that estimates the economic value of the SPS agreement.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

  • NFUSpeculative

    The NFU might see improved export opportunities due to the reduction of costly certification and border delays.

  • EnglandSpeculative

    Trade dynamics in England could change as the SPS deal alters regional trade regulations.

  • EuropeSpeculative

    The regulatory and trade relationship between the UK and Europe could fundamentally change due to the agreement.

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