Lammy dismisses Streeting’s call for UK to rejoin EU as ‘sixth form’ debating position – UK politics live
Summary
Labour politicians are debating whether the UK should try to rejoin the European Union. Some, like Wes Streeting, support the idea, but others, including Labour’s David Lammy, say this is a distracting debate and the party should focus on current issues. There is also uncertainty about Labour leader Keir Starmer’s future amid internal party challenges.Key Facts
- Labour MP Jonathan Hinder criticized Wes Streeting’s suggestion to rejoin the EU as out of touch with working-class voters.
- Labour lost support recently in several working-class areas to the Reform UK party, formerly known as the Brexit party.
- David Lammy labeled the debate on rejoining the EU a “sixth form” (high school) discussion and said Labour was elected on a manifesto rejecting joining the EU’s single market or customs union.
- Lammy emphasized that the party should focus on delivering results rather than internal debates about Europe.
- Keir Starmer’s leadership is being questioned, with Andy Burnham seen as a possible challenger for Labour leader.
- Streeting’s pro-EU stance puts pressure on Burnham, who seeks to fight a seat in a leave-voting area.
- Lammy warned that prolonged internal arguments could cause Labour to lose power and strengthen Nigel Farage’s influence.
- There is no current plan or realistic possibility for the UK to rejoin the EU soon, as Brussels is unlikely to open membership talks.
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