Deal finalised to remove Brexit checks on food and animal products

The EU and UK have finalized a deal to eliminate Brexit checks on food and animal product imports and exports, benefiting British exporters. This agreement, however, will not take effect until 2028 due to delays caused by political changes in the UK. The deal aims to ease trade restrictions that have significantly impacted British food exports, which have dropped by a third since Brexit. The agreement includes provisions for Northern Ireland retailers and addresses ongoing negotiations regarding EU student tuition fees. The delay is attributed to the UK's need to align its food standards with EU regulations, raising questions about its regulatory independence post-Brexit.