UK-India trade deal criticized for lack of binding climate and labor protections

UK-India trade deal will not have legally binding commitments on labor rights or environment standards.
Businesses and unions fear deal could undercut UK workers' rights and climate efforts.
Key dispute resolution powers are missing from labor and environment chapters.
India has recently weakened labor laws, concerning UK stakeholders.
Unions excluded from trade talks, reducing input on workers' rights protections.

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Posted 9/27/2023, 1:08:00 PM

UK-India trade deal criticized for lack of binding climate and labor protections

UK-India trade deal will not have legally binding commitments on labor rights or environment standards.
Businesses and unions fear deal could undercut UK workers' rights and climate efforts.
Key dispute resolution powers are missing from labor and environment chapters.
India has recently weakened labor laws, concerning UK stakeholders.
Unions excluded from trade talks, reducing input on workers' rights protections.

politico.eu

Relevant topic timeline:

9/8/2023

Sunak: No deadline for UK-India trade deal despite 'good progress'

9/9/2023

Sunak Urges Caution on Net Zero Policies, Warning of Impact on Consumers

9/9/2023

Sunak's India Visit Highlights Reduced UK Global standing Despite Hope of Trade Deal

9/12/2023

Sunak faces criticism over 'weak language' on Russia and inaction on Johal case at G20 summit

9/20/2023

Sunak delays UK ban on new gas and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035, sparking backlash from climate groups and automakers