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<p>The Taxation (Cross-Border Trade) Act enables the UK to put in place a UK trade
preferences scheme for developing countries. The UK trade preference scheme will provide
the same level of access as the current EU trade preference scheme by granting duty-free,
quota-free access to the 48 Least Developed Countries covered by the Everything But
Arms tier.</p><p>The way to end poverty and aid dependency is through inclusive economic
growth, jobs, investment and trade. Unilateral preferences, including those provided
through the Everything But Arms tier, are part of the UK’s wider efforts to reduce
poverty. By providing access into a larger market, preferences support job creation
and entrepreneurship within developing economies. They play a vital part in supporting
the UK’s global poverty reduction efforts. At the same time, they can provide access
to cheaper products for UK businesses and consumers.</p>
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