Sir Keir Starmer has slapped down Rachel Reeves after she suggested the Government was prioritising EU trade relations over those with the US. The Chancellor said in Washington that the UK's trading relationship with Europe was "arguably even more important" than with the US.

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves suggested that Britain’s trade connections with the EU were more important than with the US.

British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss a UK-U.S. trade deal amid concerns over tariffs. Prioritizing EU trade ties is crucial, though Reeves rejected quick deals that jeopardize food standards.