People often want to know what difference the EU makes to their lives. In this video, my MEP Robert Sturdy explains how a new trade agreement with South Korea which he steered through the parliament will benefit the UK farming industry:

This story in Farmers Guardian describes how the deal will enable farmers in the UK to boost their exports to South Korea, and is expected to double trade over the next 20 years.

Robert says: “This is a monumental deal for the EU and for Korea. Not just for the deal itself, but also as it is the first - and definitely not the last - of its kind.

“The EU is sending a clear signal to the world that we are open for international trade, particularly with emerging economies. I hope that the message will go forward to other countries, like India, and build momentum towards other bilateral trade deals.”