British exporters left within the lurch by Labour after adjustments in commerce insurance policies

British exporters say they lack ‘comprehensive support’ from the state to navigate changes in trade policies.

Not a single one of nearly 1,000 firms surveyed by the British Chambers of Commerce said the Government was providing help.

The findings are an indictment of Labour’s stewardship of the economy and support for businesses as they are buffeted by US tariffs, geopolitical tensions and war in the Middle East. William Bain, head of trade policy, said: ‘Our research is clear – UK exporters are navigating trade policy changes largely alone.

‘At a time when the global trade landscape is changing constantly, firms tell us comprehensive support from the Government is lacking. Many businesses feel they are getting little or no advice.’

Iain Walker, a director at global standards organisation GS1 UK, which helped compile the report, said Britain ‘risks falling behind’.