Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 26195

European Court of Justice

Tabled: 23 January 2025
Answered: 30 January 2025

Question

Charlie Dewhirst

Conservative — Bridlington and The Wolds

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, if he will make it his policy to remain outside the jurisdiction of the European Court of Justice in the context of his negotiations with the EU.

Answer

Nick Thomas-Symonds
There has been no change in the jurisdiction of the European Court of Justice rulings in relation to the UK. We are also clear that we will not be re-joining the Single Market, the Customs Union or Freedom of Movement.