More than half of Britons support rejoining EU 10 years on from Brexit vote
Summary
Research shows that more than half of British voters now support fully rejoining the European Union, with strongest support among Labour, Liberal Democrat, and Green party supporters. Labour’s current cautious approach to the EU risks losing progressive voters, while support for rejoining the customs union or single market faces political challenges.Key Facts
- 53% of all British voters support rejoining the EU.
- Over 80% of Labour, Liberal Democrat, and Green party supporters favor rejoining the EU.
- 61% of voters approve of the government's current approach to EU relations, but only 19% strongly support it.
- About 40% of Conservative supporters and 20% of Reform party supporters back rejoining the EU.
- Labour opposes rejoining the customs union and single market, which would mean following many EU rules without having a say in making them.
- Labour’s current policy aligns UK trade standards with the EU sector by sector, increasing rule-taking without influence.
- Brexit has caused economic challenges, with the UK economy estimated to be 8% smaller due to leaving the EU.
- Experts warn Labour’s low-profile stance on Brexit may cause them to lose voters to Liberal Democrats and Greens.
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