![]() ![]() For some, the Framework is even more problematic than the disastrous Northern Ireland Protocol. They pointed out a lack of clarity over the Stormont Brake and concerns that it "would have limited scope."Ĭommenting on the report, the Centre for Brexit Policy thinktank chaired by former Conservative Party leader Sir Iain Duncan Smith said: "The report highlights the chaos the Windsor Framework is wreaking on so many businesses in Northern Ireland. However, this has been replaced by the Stormont Brake which means there is no exit for Northern Ireland but if the assembly is up and running it could veto some EU rule changes. The committee also pointed out that under the Protocol the deal would have come to an end if people in Northern Ireland voted for it. "For many in the unionist community in particular and others, it raises constitutional issues of sovereignty in terms of the application of areas of EU law to Northern Ireland, but not to the rest of the UK." The peers added: "More generally, the continued application of EU law in Northern Ireland remains politically contentious. ![]() It noted that it will be very difficult for Northern Ireland businesses to use the green lane to the UK while the red lane capacity on paperwork is problematic. "We again note concerns that the Windsor Framework could undercut the competitiveness of Northern Ireland businesses, which are required to ensure compliance with EU rules for goods, compared to competitors in Great Britain able to access the Northern Ireland market via the green lane." There were also concerns raised by the so-called red and green lanes, with green for Northern Ireland only and red for the EU. ![]() "It, therefore, remains to be seen how robust the UK Government and Commission’s interpretation of the Windsor Framework’s provisions on State aid will prove to be in practice." "Experts have warned of the legal uncertainty and chilling effect on investment that may arise from the requirement to notify the European Commission of such measures, in particular, given that a subsidy can be challenged by the Commission for a number of years after it is notified. There are concerns that the EU has too much power to block attempts to help bring business to Northern Ireland with state aid potentially limiting internal investment. "There will be no requirements on pets moving from Northern Ireland to Great Britain, although those moving pets from Great Britain to Northern Ireland will be required to microchip their pets and obtain a travel document valid for the lifetime of the pet." They also noted that taking pets to Northern Ireland from the rest of the UK will remain a problem.
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