UK aerospace industry 'in limbo', thanks to gaps in post-Brexit regime

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The UK aerospace industry feels it is in limbo over how the country’s new aviation regulations interact with those of the EU and global counterparts.

Chief executive of aerospace trade body ADS Group Paul Everett told the UK’s Business and Brexit Preparedness Committee getting to grips with the new regulatory environment would not be achieved without filling in gaps in the post-Brexit regime.

“We’ve identified four key problems, including issues surrounding borders and paperwork, Northern Ireland and chemicals,” said Mr Everett.

“But with ...