"It's self-evident that leaving the European Union badly damaged our economy, took us out of an important marketplace and created serious friction."
"That's not currently our policy, that's not currently where we are."
"seemingly benefiting and seeing growth in their economy"
The UK government maintains a policy of not rejoining the EU customs union or the single market while seeking closer economic ties through targeted side-deals. Brexit is described as having damaged the British economy by removing access to an important marketplace and creating trade friction. Proposed side-deals focus on rules for food standards, youth visas, carbon pricing and electricity trading. Turkey’s customs union with the EU is highlighted as an example of economic growth, though that deal excludes agricultural goods. The Liberal Democrats propose a new customs union, prompting renewed political debate over trade strategy.
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