Pharma Breathes Sigh Of Relief Over Post-Brexit Trade Deal
Despite Cautious Welcome, Industry Warns That The Story Is Far From Over
Executive Summary
The devil will be in the detail but the UK/EU industry's first reaction to the last-minute post-Brexit trade deal is one of relief.
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