Chris Bryant
The Guardian
What holds, and what fails, under pressure, standards and accountability.
Chris Bryant is a Member of Parliament who prioritizes the protection of democratic institutions and the well-being of individuals within society. This interview reveals his commitment to addressing issues like bullying, harassment, and the safety of LGBTQ+ individuals, showcasing his role as a stabilizing force in turbulent political times.
“Well, it would have been difficult for us to secure more in this deal, because 99% of all tariffs on goods are at zero between the UK and Switzerland already, so there was not more to achieve in that.”
“We are an IP superpower and that is a key part of any of our services negotiations, and certainly in digital trade as well. I can confirm that the deal will do no harm to the NHS—far from it.”
“I can wholeheartedly commit the Minister for Trade to organising precisely such a meeting in the near future. My hon. Friend is absolutely right that the financial services industry, some of which is based in the City of London, will benefit from this deal, but it is actually about the whole of the United Kingdom—as I was trying to lay ou…”
“Most of the FTAs agreed by the previous Government were basically cut and paste from EU FTAs into UK legislation, whereas we are making agreements that are a bit more bespoke. It is great to see the European Union following suit—for instance, in India. The hon. Gentleman makes a very fair point about Mercosur.”
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