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HANSARDAutumn Statement ResolutionsNo, the hon. Gentleman has had plenty of time. I hope he will support the CPTPP deal when it comes before the House. I always support Scotch whisky, which is a success story that…27 Nov 2023HANSARDAutumn Statement ResolutionsThe hon. Gentleman is missing the purpose of the reforms that my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions clearly outlined earlier today. Perhaps if he had…27 Nov 2023HANSARDWealth TaxI thank my hon. Friend for his comments. I am afraid that what we are probably seeing is “same old Labour”—we have heard this all before. What they are proposing did not work in…14 Nov 2023HANSARDNon-domiciled Residents: Tax StatusThe Government want the UK to have a fair and internationally competitive tax system, designed to bring in talented individuals and investment that contributes to the growth of…14 Nov 2023HANSARDWealth TaxWe appreciate the support for taking 3 million of the lowest-paid people out of paying income tax altogether since 2010—an important and significant change. I understand the hon.…14 Nov 2023HANSARDWealth TaxMy right hon. Friend is a great champion of such issues in her constituency and beyond. I am aware that she has already spoken to the Chancellor about this issue, but I would be…14 Nov 2023HANSARDWealth TaxI am not sure whether the hon. Lady is lobbying me or Opposition Front Benchers with her comments, but she will be well aware that we do have a progressive tax system in the UK.…14 Nov 2023HANSARDNon-domiciled Residents: Tax StatusAs I said in the answer I gave some moments ago, non-dom taxpayers make a significant contribution to UK tax, worth £8.5 billion in 2021-22, with £7 billion more invested. The…14 Nov 2023HANSARDWealth TaxOf course, the UK does not have a single wealth tax, but it does have several taxes on wealth and assets, and those generate substantial revenues. The Government are committed to…14 Nov 2023HANSARDWealth TaxThe hon. Gentleman is well aware that there are real dangers that what he is proposing would make the UK a less attractive destination—that is a very important issue. The City…14 Nov 2023HANSARDUK-Turkey Free Trade AgreementOn Thursday 2 November, the Department for Business and Trade has launched a public call for input on an upgraded free trade agreement between the United Kingdom and Turkey. The…08 Nov 2023HANSARD Draft United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020 (Services Exclusions) Regulations 2023I should say, Ms Elliott, that it is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship for the second time. I thank hon. Members for their contributions to the debate. Revisions of the…25 Oct 2023HANSARD Draft United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020 (Services Exclusions) Regulations 2023I beg to move, That the Committee has considered the draft United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020 (Services Exclusions) Regulations 2023. The statutory instrument, which was laid…25 Oct 2023HANSARD Draft United Kingdom Internal Market Act 2020 (Services Exclusions) Regulations 2023I thank my right hon. Friend for that comment. I am not here to speak on behalf of the devolved Administrations, but he is correct. I will come on to legislative consent in a…25 Oct 2023HANSARDUK Trade Negotiations: Switzerland and CanadaTrade Negotiations Update Since the House adjourned for conference recess, the Department for Business and Trade has made good progress on two key trade negotiations. This…17 Oct 2023HANSARD UK Export PerformanceI beg to move, That this House has considered UK export performance. Back in January, the Prime Minister laid out his five priorities, high among which was to grow the UK economy,…18 Sept 2023HANSARD UK Export PerformanceI could not agree more. That is why in our trade deals we have such a laser focus on developing services. We need to play to our strengths. Our goods are world class, but it is in…18 Sept 2023HANSARD UK Export PerformanceThe hon. Gentleman will be aware, first, that we are securing deals around the world. The EU, as I have repeatedly said, is important but we are also seeking deals around the…18 Sept 2023HANSARD UK Export PerformanceAbsolutely. I can assure the hon. Gentleman that we are focused very much on supporting and enabling Northern Ireland exporters to be successful—as, indeed, they have been. No…18 Sept 2023HANSARDBusiness and Trade updateSince Parliament adjourned for summer recess, the Department for Business and Trade has been carrying out a significant amount of activity in a number of areas. We are updating…07 Sept 2023