The government of Jersey has welcomed comments by the UK Secretary of State for Exiting the EU, David Davis, when presenting a White Paper to in Westminster.
The report sets out the UK government’s objectives for a new relationship with the European Union after UK withdrawal.
Davis commented that the UK government will continue to respect the constitutional position of the Crown Dependencies, and will be making sure the Crown Dependencies have as much market access as possible.
The Government of Jersey also welcomes references in the White Paper to the formal quarterly meetings between the Chief Ministers of the Crown Dependencies and UK Ministers.
The paper commits the UK government to involving us fully in their work, to respecting our interests and to engaging with Jersey and the other Crown Dependencies as the UK enters negotiations.
The Government of Jersey will continue to work with the UK government to ensure that the island’s interests are fully understood and taken into account.
The Chief Minister, Senator Gorst, said: “This document reaffirms the UK’s commitment to engaging with the Crown Dependencies. Jersey’s primary objectives are to preserve the substance of our relationship with the UK, maintain the Common Travel Area and obtain the best possible market access.”