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HANSARDEuropean Union (Withdrawal) ActMy hon. Friend makes a good point. There have been some exaggerated claims about the impact of a no-deal Brexit, and the British economy is resilient. He is absolutely right,…10 Jan 2019HANSARDEuropean Union (Withdrawal) ActMy right hon. Friend makes two very important points. It is absolutely right that there have been some lurid and exaggerated stories, both during the referendum and subsequently,…10 Jan 2019HANSARDEuropean Union (Withdrawal) ActYes, I am afraid that it absolutely would, and a tariff of 40%—it is just above 40%—is one of the lower ones. For example, there are tariffs on some meat exports of more than…10 Jan 2019HANSARDEuropean Union (Withdrawal) ActMay I begin on a personal note, Mr Speaker? I am very, very grateful to Members on both sides of the House, from all parties, who very kindly contacted me or sent messages over…10 Jan 2019