‘We will rule nothing out’: Starmer promises ‘pragmatic approach’ to Trump tariffs

Keir Starmer has said the UK is prepared for “all eventualities” ahead of Donald Trump’s announcement on global tariffs.

The prime minister said he was ruling nothing out in terms of how the UK could respond.

Speaking during prime minister’s question on Wednesday, Starmer said: “We have been preparing for all eventualities ahead of the confirmation of US tariffs later today.

“Let me be clear with the House. A trade war is in nobody’s interests and the country deserves, and we will take, a calm, pragmatic approach.

“That is why constructive talks are progressing to agree a wider economic prosperity deal with the US. That is why we are working with all industries and sectors likely to be impacted.

“Our decisions will always be guided by our national interest and that is why we have prepared for all eventualities and we will rule nothing out.

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