A vote due to take place in the European Parliament on TTIP has been postponed. However, Labour’s policy position on TTIP remains unchanged. Labour MEPs oppose the inclusion of ISDS (Investor-State Dispute Settlement) in TTIP, have demanded security for our NHS and public services, and the maintenance of high labour standards and environmental protections. This will be our position regardless of when the vote will be held.
We are deeply disappointed by the decision to postpone the vote on TTIP. MEPs have been denied the chance to vote for our amendments and the European Parliament will have to wait to put its position on the record.
We will continue to push for these, and will work for the best possible trade deal, one that has the potential to boost our economy and bring jobs to Britain.
