All the latest news on how the CBI has been raising the member voice nationally and globally.
Trade is essential for the CBI’s work to drive sustainable growth for our members and across the economy. And the start of 2024 has been a busy time, raising the voice of our members on trade at home, to government and all parties – and internationally, in global forums like the B7 and the WTO.
Growth through trade
In Westminster, both main parties are eyeing up ways to support SME exports, and the CBI has spoken to Jonathan Reynolds and other Shadow Ministers about bolstering practical support at home and in-market. This month we’re also briefing Gareth Thomas on a No.10-driven trade strategy. And we will keep working closely with Liam Byrne (chair of the Business & Trade Select Committee).
We are playing a key convening role in the India and Canada FTA negotiations, to make them work for businesses across the UK – raising sector-specific concerns and pressing for substance over sp