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Intertrade UK is a public body to promote trade within the UK which was announced as part of the UK government package to restore devolution to Northern Ireland.[1]
It was created alongside the East–West Council as part of a DUP deal behind the 2024 Northern Ireland Executive formation.[2]
It has been chaired by Baroness Foster of Aghadrumsee since September 2024.[3][4]
The body will oversee the new Northern Ireland trade deal.[5] This includes goods and services across the Irish Sea.[6]
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Panel members
Intertrade UK full panel members appointed on 28 February 2025 by Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn:
- Baroness Foster of Aghadrumsee - Chair of Intertrade UK
- Dr Esmond Birnie - Senior Economist, Ulster University
- Kirsty McManus - Northern Ireland Director, Institute of Directors
- Suzanne Wylie - Chief Executive Officer, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce
- Roger Pollen - Head of Federation of Small Businesses Northern Ireland
- Angela McGowan - Director for Northern Ireland, Confederation of British Industry[7]
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