THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED
The Spanish Chamber of Commerce is committed to fostering dialogue between its Members and the UK Government, particularly on key policy areas that impact business and trade. In this regard, we are pleased to announce that the Rt Hon Nick Thomas-Symonds MP, Minister for European Union Relations in the Cabinet Office, will join us as the special guest speaker at our next Meliá Business Breakfast.
At a time when the UK is seeking to reset and deepen its relationship with the European Union, this session offers a unique opportunity for Spanish companies operating in the UK to hear directly from the Minister responsible for EU relations. His insights will be particularly valuable for businesses looking to understand the Government’s approach to UK–EU trade, cooperation, and regulatory alignment in the coming years.
The Minister’s briefing will touch on key portfolio areas including:
- UK–EU relations and the Windsor Framework
- Business and trade cooperation between the UK and EU
- Strengthening bilateral ties with Spain
The talk will be followed by a Q&A session, after which guests will have the opportunity to network while enjoying a Spanish breakfast. The event will take place at the Meliá White House hotel, a proud Patron of the Spanish Chamber.
Date & Time: Thursday 20th November, 08:00 (for an 08:30 start) – 09:30
Location: Meliá White House | Albany St | London NW1 3UP
This event is open to both Members and non-Members and is free for Members of the Spanish Chamber.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED
About the Minister:
Nick Thomas-Symonds is the Labour Member of Parliament for Torfaen (Wales). In July 2024, he was appointed Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office (Minister for the Constitution and European Union Relations).
Political career
Nick Thomas-Symonds entered Parliament in 2015 and has since held several senior roles on the Labour frontbench, including Shadow Home Secretary and Shadow Secretary of State for International Trade. In his current ministerial brief, he oversees EU policy and relations — including the Windsor Framework — as well as constitutional and House of Lords reform, Civil Service modernisation, and the Government’s communications and public appointments functions.
Before entering Parliament, he worked as a barrister and lecturer in politics at Oxford University, specialising in British and comparative government. A keen writer and historian, he is the author of acclaimed political biographies of former Labour leaders Clement Attlee, Aneurin Bevan, and Harold Wilson.
Born and raised in Blaenavon, Wales, Mr. Thomas-Symonds studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at St Edmund Hall, Oxford, graduating with first-class honours. His early experience in academia and law has strongly shaped his approach to public service, emphasising fairness, evidence-based policymaking, and international cooperation.
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