Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 May 2017
1405. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation her views on reports that some EU countries wish to exclude the UK from trade policy committees meetings at EU level (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19376/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraUntil it leaves the EU, the United Kingdom remains a full Member of the European Union, subject to all rights and obligations set out in the Treaties and under EU law, including the principle of sincere cooperation. This means that they continue to participate in all EU meetings including Trade Policy Committees and have access to all EU documents on the same basis as other Member States. However, in line with the principle of sincere cooperation, the UK will be expected to remain loyal to the EU when dealing with third countries. Equally, there may be situations where the remaining Member States may need to meet to discuss the UK withdrawal from the Union.
