International Trade Secretary Liz Truss has launched 11 new trade advisory groups (TAGs) as part of a major new business engagement drive
International Trade Secretary Liz Truss has today (Wednesday 26 August) launched 11 new trade advisory groups (TAGs), as part of a major new business engagement drive designed to support the UK’s ambitious trade negotiations.
As trade talks with Japan, the US, Australia and New Zealand intensify, the Trade Secretary is stepping up engagement with key industries across Britain, including farming, manufacturing and automotive.
Their advice will be used to help inform the government’s negotiating position and deliver key industry asks that benefit the whole UK, including securing new market access on products like ceramics, cars, steel and beef, and agreeing cutting-edge digital trade rules.
The new groups are comprised of the best and brightest businesses people from all parts of Britain, from whisky distillers in Scotland to car manufacturers in the Midlands, as part of DIT’s efforts to ensure trade deals benefit all regions and devolved administrations.
Secretary of State for International Trade, Liz Truss said:
Adam Couch, Chief Executive, Cranswick said:
Miles Celic, Chief Executive Officer, TheCityUK, said:
Mark Vale, Managing Director, President UK and Ireland UPS said:
Geoff Taylor, Chief Executive, BPI said:
Emma McClarkin, CEO British Beer & Pub Association said:
Antony Walker, techUK Deputy CEO, said:
Background
Members have been selected to provide a breadth of knowledge and experience.
List of 11 Trade Advisory Groups:
A list of members can be found on gov.uk