A Downing Street spokesperson said:
“The Prime Minister this afternoon chaired the latest meeting of
the government’s business advisory council at Downing Street.
“At the meeting, the Prime Minister set out the importance of the
range of government’s engagements with businesses to date, and
that these have informed our proposal of an implementation period
and commitment to continue to attract the right talent to the UK
workforce.
“The Prime Minister reiterated the position set out in her
Florence speech – that the government’s goal is for a smooth,
orderly exit in which there is only one set of changes for
businesses and people.
“The importance of seeking an ambitious future trading
partnership with the EU was also discussed, as well as forging
new trade relationships around the world. The discussions on
trade covered the publication of two White Papers today,
outlining our approaches to trade and customs legislation after
we leave the EU.
“In addition, the council considered wider issues of importance
to the UK economy including business and infrastructure
investment, building consumer confidence, boosting productivity,
further strengthening the UK’s skilled workforce and the huge
potential for UK businesses to export.
“The Prime Minister emphasised the benefits of meeting with
employers at all levels over the past year and said she will
continue to have regular engagement with a wide variety of voices
right across business.”
