Trade in goods and services: Economic indicators
The UK exports and imports billions of pounds worth of goods and services. Find the latest data on UK trade and the current account.
What is the UK–US pharmaceuticals deal?
The UK and US Governments announced a pharmaceuticals trade deal in December 2025.
Customs rules for trade with the EU
An overview of trade rules between the UK and EU, including sources of advice regarding customs, imports and exports.
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Research Briefing
After Brexit: Visiting, working, and living in the EU
Since the UK left the EU, British citizens travelling to the EU have needed to comply with Schengen-area rules on entry and stays for third country nationals
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Research Briefing
Estimates Day debate: Spending of the Department of Health and Social Care on pharmaceutical procurement
On Tuesday 30 June 2026, the House of Commons will consider estimates of spending of the Department of Health and Social Care relating to pharmaceutical procurement.
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Research Briefing
Climate change adaptation and resilience in the UK
This briefing explains the targets for climate change adaptation in the UK, the current policy approach, and an overview of progress.
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Research Briefing
Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill 2026-27
The Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Act 2026-27 enables the nationalisation of steel companies when in the public interest.
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Research Briefing
British Steel and government special measures
The government is directing British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant operations. What are the next steps and how much does it cost to the public purse?
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Research Briefing
Economic update: How resilient are current supply chains?
Economic effects of the US/Israeli conflict with Iran are emerging for UK consumers and businesses. However, flexible supply chains may cushion price pressures.
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Research Briefing
US trade tariffs
The US has imposed tariffs on most UK goods imported into the US. Why has the Trump administration done so, and how will the UK-US deal mitigate that?
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Research Briefing
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
This briefing outlines the purpose of a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the UK Government plans for a UK CBAM, the impact of the EU CBAM, and international trade considerations. It also sets out commentary on a need for global cooperation, and further reading.
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Debate Pack
Estimates Day debate: Spending and priorities of the Department for Business and Trade
On Wednesday 4 March 2026, the House of Commons will consider estimates of spending and priorities of the Department for Business and Trade.
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Debate Pack
Onshoring in the fashion and textiles industry
A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall at 3:00pm on 12 February on onshoring in the fashion and textiles industry. The subject for the debate has been chosen by the Backbench Business Committee and the debate will be opened by Catherine West MP.
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Research Briefing
Changes to the UK trade remedies system
Proposed changes would give the government power to initiate dumping, subsidy or safeguard investigations, aligning with other jurisdictions.
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Research Briefing
Chinese state threat activities in the UK
China has been accused of conducting state-threat activities in the UK such as industrial espionage, cyber-attacks, and spying on politicians. The UK Government has responded by passing new legislation to counter state threats, while still trying to pursue stronger economic relations with China.
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