Conor O'Kane

What The Experts Say

UK and EU sign new trade, fishing and defence deal – what do economists think?

— The UK and EU strike landmark post-Brexit deals, boosting trade, defence, and mobility. Reduced red tape aids food exports and security ties deepen, signalling warmer relations amid political uncertainty.

What The Experts Say

Donald Trump has reduced tariffs on British metals and cars, but how important is this trade deal? Experts react

— Experts say the new UK–US trade deal lifts tariffs and preserves the digital tax, but is politically driven and falls short of a full agreement, signalling limited gains and more talks ahead.