Burnham to urge MPs to embrace closer ties with EU
Summary
Prime Minister Andy Burnham will tell UK lawmakers to consider closer ties with the European Union after Brexit, saying it is needed to help the economy and control immigration. He warns that ignoring chances for better cooperation with the EU would be irresponsible and urges a realistic look at the UK’s relationship with Europe.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham will make a statement to the UK Parliament urging closer cooperation with the EU.
- He says Brexit has caused harm, and better ties could boost growth and improve immigration control.
- Burnham calls for a practical approach and wants MPs from all parties to support this.
- Over 111,000 people signed a petition asking the UK to apply to rejoin the EU.
- Some Conservative MPs oppose moves towards closer EU ties and want to reverse Labour’s efforts.
- Businesses warn that dropping agreements on trade with the EU could increase costs and delays.
- Some Labour MPs fear reopening Brexit debates may cause political and economic risks.
- Burnham confirmed that Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit referendum but did not say how it affected the vote.
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