Labour chairs of foreign and trade committees are urging Parliament to vote on the upcoming US-UK trade deal negotiations. They argue that such agreements could significantly affect domestic policies and procedures, noting controversial concessions made by the UK government. Emphasis is placed on the democratic right for parliament to have input on these strategic treaties, especially post-Brexit, where the lack of voting rights exposes a gap in democratic integrity. With a hopeful outlook from US officials, the need for parliamentary oversight has garnered support from various political parties, including the Liberal Democrats.
Emily Thornberry stated, 'Since Brexit we have had responsibility for our own trade policy, yet parliament does not have the automatic right to vote on them.'
Liam Byrne emphasized, 'Its provisions could touch sensitive areas of domestic policy even legislation like the Online Safety Act.'
Karoline Leavitt mentioned, 'The US would be announcing its first deals very soon,' indicating an optimistic outlook for negotiations with the UK.
Byrne further highlighted, 'It would be both reasonable and responsible for parliament to have its say.'
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