Challenged by Kemi Badenoch, PM says while no option has been ruled out, he will avoid ‘knee-jerk reactions’

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The UK has “prepared for all eventualities” when it comes to looming US tariffs, with no response ruled out, Keir Starmer has told MPs before Donald Trump’s so-called “liberation day”, which could spark a global trade war.

Challenged by Kemi Badenoch, the Conservative leader, at prime minister’s questions on Wednesday, Starmer said while all options were being considered, he would equally avoid any knee-jerk reactions.