A senior UK government official has dismissed suggestions of reviving free movement as part of future EU negotiations, insisting any decisions will be shaped by public opinion. While discussions about rejoining the single market or EU full membership persist, two cabinet ministers have warned against the potential economic and political repercussions of such moves. The prime minister’s stance underscores a focus on democratic accountability in shaping post-Brexit arrangements. Full details on the government’s position and the ministers’ concerns are available in the latest updates.
Prime minister says he is committed to manifesto red lines and ‘public need to be the boss’ on future relationshipUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham has denied proposing a return of free movement in talks between the UK and EU, saying any decision about the future relationship will be led by the will of the British people.His comments came as two senior ministers expressed caution about the talk of the UK returning as a full member of the EU or single market and the consequences of a return to free movement. Continue reading...
