
Uncertainty for UK firms after US tariff ruling, experts say
UK firms are left in limbo after a court overrules many US tariffs but Donald Trump says he will reintroduce them
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"Foreign countries that have been ripping us off for years are ecstatic; they're so happy."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"For the UK, the priority remains bringing tariffs down wherever possible."
— William Bain , Executive
"UK businesses need clear, practical guidance on how the ruling will be implemented."
— Richard Rumbelow , Executive
"These unreasonable and ill considered tariffs have unfairly punished British companies since their inception."
— Andy Prendergast , Activist
Key People
Andy Prendergast is the national secretary of the GMB Union.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Richard Rumbelow is the director of international business at Make UK.
Head of trade policy at the British Chambers of Commerce.
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