British Quote by David Lidington
“After we leave the E.U., the British Standards Institute should also remain a member of the European Standards Organisation, which is not an E.U. institution.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: EU Relations, 2019
EU standards should remain inclusive of non‑member nations to maintain coherence.
In simple terms: Standards need broad participation.
Support inclusive standards.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- trade agreements
- technology standards
- environmental regulations
- cross‑border projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can non‑EU members influence EU standards?
- What benefits arise from shared standards?
Political realities may resist such inclusivity.