🇬🇧 Andy Burnham
Burnham not ruling out going all the way and rejoining European Union | East London and West Essex Guardian Series
What happened
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is looking at all options for the UK's future relationship with Brussels, including the possibility of the UK rejoining the EU. He has acknowledged that Brexit has done "more harm than good" and plans to set out the options to the country around the time of a UK-EU summit later this year. Burnham stated that he is considering the pros and cons of all options, including staying as is, joining a customs union, or rejoining the EU. He has not ruled out going
Why it matters
The UK's future relationship with the EU is a significant issue with potential implications for the country's economy and politics. The possibility of the UK rejoining the EU could have significant consequences for trade, immigration, and other policies. The move could also influence the UK's position in international relations and global trade agreements.
Key facts
- - Burnham is considering all options for the UK's future relationship with Brussels. - He has acknowledged Brexit has done "more harm than good". - He plans to set out the options to the country around the time of a UK-EU summit later this year. - He has not ruled out proposing rejoining the EU. - French President Emmanuel Macron and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez have both expressed support for the UK rejoining the EU.
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