UK Secretary of State for International Trade Liam the House of Commons called British business "lazy and fat" during a reception in Fox. In comments reported to The Times, the House of Commons said there was a need for a culture change and there was no point in "reshaping global trade" if companies chose to play golf instead of "contributing to our national prosperity." Downing Street later issued a rebuke, with a spokesperson saying the opportunities ahead should be approached and seized "in a positive manner."
UK Secretary of State for International Trade Liam Fox called British business "lazy and fat" during a reception in the House of Commons. In comments reported to The Times, Fox said there was a need for a culture change and there was no point in "reshaping global trade" if companies chose to play golf instead of "contributing to our national prosperity." Downing Street later issued a rebuke, with a spokesperson saying the opportunities ahead should be approached and seized "in a positive manner."