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UK business group calls for 'reset' with EU

UK business group calls for 'reset' with EU

Summary

A UK business group, the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), is calling for improved relations with the European Union to make it easier for people to travel and work across borders. They suggest simplifying regulations and working together on energy, climate, and defense issues. The UK government also wants better ties but hasn't agreed to any changes yet.

Key Facts

  • The CBI wants to ease travel restrictions and reduce bureaucratic hurdles between the UK and EU.
  • They suggest restoring recognition of professional qualifications and youth mobility schemes.
  • The UK government is interested in resetting relations but hasn't committed to specific plans.
  • The EU is the UK's largest trading partner, making improved relations economically important.
  • The CBI highlighted potential business costs in Northern Ireland due to new trade rules and carbon taxes.
  • Airbus and Energy UK support stronger UK-EU ties, citing business and climate benefits.
  • The UK government does not plan to rejoin the EU or its single market.
  • Youth mobility schemes could offer more job opportunities for young people in both regions.
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