Liberal Democrats Today, Liberal Democrats won a key vote in the House of
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Dear John,

Today, Liberal Democrats won a key vote in the House of Commons, calling on
the Government to begin negotiations with the EU on a new, bespoke Customs
Union.


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We won the vote with a majority of one and in the face of stiff opposition
from the Conservatives and Reform.

It’s clear that they would have preferred the status quo of maintaining trade
barriers and red tape for our businesses, rather than admit that their botched
Brexit has been a disaster. They voted for more economic stagnation, more red
tape, and more bureaucracy for our businesses.

In the face of that cynicism, I was so pleased to see 13 MPs from the Labour
backbenchers joining Liberal Democrats in the ‘Yes’ lobby - though disappointed
that the Government itself abstained on the vote.

Across the country, people are crying out for real change and a solution to
the cost-of-living crisis.

I am delighted that, finally, the House of Commons seems to be listening, and
has expressed its support for a customs union - the biggest lever for growth
which the Government could pull.

The Prime Minister must now listen to Parliament and the public, drop his
self-imposed red line on a customs union, and finally pursue a genuine
opportunity for growth through an ambitious trade deal with the EU.

A new customs union would remove crippling barriers to trade, help tackle
inflation, and raise over £25 billion a year for the Exchequer - money
desperately needed for public services and support for those struggling.

As my Bill now progresses through the House of Commons, we must now make this
case to the Government even more loudly - and we will need your support.

Please add your name to our campaign, and share it with your friends and
family to highlight the benefits a customs union would bring.



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Best wishes,






Dr Al Pinkerton MP
Europe Spokesperson
Liberal Democrats



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