The European commission is examining the details of Britain’s secret deal with Nissan, it can be revealed. The commission can fine member states and force the company that has benefited to return any money. Speaking on BBC1’s Question Time last month, Clark indicated that there had been no offer of financial compensation or state aid. “In this specific case, the UK authorities have not notified any support to Nissan for assessment under EU state aid rules. About one-third of UK car production takes place at the Sunderland plant.

Source: The Guardian November 06, 2016 14:58 UTC