On May 20, 2026, Chris Bryant, the Minister of State for Trade, shared his confidence in reaching an agreement with the European Union concerning steel imports.
Bryant described the talks with EU counterparts as 'very productive,' indicating a positive direction towards securing a carve-out for the UK from impending tariffs.
As the Labour-led government continues its economic reset, these discussions are seen as a crucial step in addressing trade concerns ahead of the July deadline.