Oral Question·Northern Ireland Office
“What steps he is taking to ensure that Intertrade UK operates independently and transparently.”
Tabled: 16 September 2025Answered: 15 October 2025
Asked by
Alex Easton
Independent — North Down
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland
Answer from Hansard
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (Hilary Benn)
As part of “Safeguarding the Union”, Intertrade UK was established to advise on and promote trade and investment across the UK. The terms of reference and work programme were published on gov.uk. The NIO provides secretariat support, but Intertrade UK is free to submit advice and recommendations to the Government as it sees fit.