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Sectors require sufficient time to adapt to SPS agreement regulatory changes

Conclusion
It is essential that sectors are given sufficient time to adapt to regulatory changes introduced by an SPS agreement. This ensures compliance without causing unnecessary disruption and reflects timeframes afforded to EU member states. (Conclusion, Paragraph 39)
Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 17 April 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document.

Source
Committee Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
Inquiry Biosecurity and animal welfare
Report 5th Report - UK-EU agritrade: making an SPS agreement work 05 Feb 2026 HC 1661
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Addressee Bodies
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs
Timeline
Recommendation age 0.6 yr
Report published 05 Feb 2026