Statement of Economics committee delegation leader after London mission

A delegation of MEPs from the Economic and Monetary affairs committee have just concluded a mission to London.

At the end of mission, the head of the delegation, Eero Heinäluoma (S&D, FI), said:

"Following the past three days of meetings with British institutions and industry here in London, we can only reaffirm the strong partnership between the UK and the EU, rooted in shared interests and a commitment to maintaining a fair and balanced economic environment to the benefit of our citizens.

"It is crucial that our financial regulations remain aligned to foster investor confidence and create opportunities for growth on both sides. The impact of our cooperation extends beyond Europe, with a global outlook that enhances competitiveness and innovation in our financial markets.

"We also recognize the unwavering dedication of both the UK and the EU to supporting Ukraine, standing united in our resolve to assist in these challenging times.”