The People's Chamber
ISSUE 80
JUN 19-25, 2026
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Trade Remedies Authority

Part of:Department for Business and Trade

The Trade Remedies Authority exists to defend the UK against unfair international trade practices. We investigate whether new trade remedies are needed to prevent injury to UK industries caused by unfair trading practices and make recommendations on appropriate measures to defend UK economic interests. The Trade Remedies Authority is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Business and Trade .

The Trade Remedies Authority exists to defend the UK against unfair international trade practices. We investigate whether new trade remedies are needed to prevent injury to UK industries caused by unfair trading practices and make recommendations on appropriate measures to defend UK economic interests. The Trade Remedies Authority is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Business and Trade .

Senior Staff

Nick Baird CMG CVO
Chair
Jessica Blakely
Chief Executive (jobshare)
Carmen Suarez
Chief Executive (jobshare)
John Alty CB
Non-Executive Director
Guita Blake
Non-Executive Director
Clare Brodie
Executive Director
John C Hughes
Non-Executive Director
Adam Marshall CBE
Senior Independent Director
Steven O’Donoghue
Executive Director

Latest Publications

Improved digital platform for trade remedies case management
News story
Defending UK trade with greater pace and purpose
News story
Welded tubes and pipes expiry review reaches initial findings
Press release
UK Import Trends Monitor
Research
The UK trade remedies system – practical guides for businesses
Guidance
The UK trade remedies investigations process
Guidance