Lib Dems to force vote on creating new customs union with EU

Ed Davey’s party believes the move is the best way to ‘turbocharge’ economy, rather than tax risesThe Liberal Democrats are forcing a vote in parliament on creating a new customs...

By Rowena Mason Whitehall editor · The Guardian World

Ed Davey’s party believes the move is the best way to ‘turbocharge’ economy, rather than tax rises The Liberal Democrats are forcing a vote in parliament on creating a new customs union to put pressure on Labour MPs to take a more pro-EU stance. Ed Davey’s party is writing to all Labour MPs urging them to back a new bill in favour of a customs union with the EU, believing this is the best way to boost growth and raise revenue, rather than tax rises. Continue reading...