The memorandum, which is the seventh signed by the UK with a US state, focuses on trade in financial technology, artificial intelligence and legal services.

Unlike country-wide trade agreements, state-level deals don't include preferential tariffs.  The UK has been unable to negotiate a county-wide Free Trade Agreement with the US since President Joe Biden vetoed the idea.

Trade Secretary, Kemi Badenoch, stated that progress was also being made on a broader trade agreement with the US.

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