A senior government figure will address Parliament upon its return from recess, emphasizing the economic harm caused by Brexit and urging closer cooperation with the European Union. The focus will include pressing concerns over illegal immigration and trade, with calls for MPs to reconsider their approach to relations with Brussels. The statement signals a renewed push to address the fallout from Brexit and explore potential improvements in the UK’s deal with the EU. Lawmakers are expected to weigh the risks of inaction against the need for a more collaborative stance with Europe.
Post-recess statement will focus on damage caused by Brexit and the need to cooperate on immigration and tradeAndy Burnham will put Brexit back on the Commons agenda as MPs return from recess, warning that failing to pursue a better deal with the EU would be a “major dereliction of duty”.The prime minister will use a statement to the Commons on the first day back after the party conference break to urge MPs to face up to the damage caused by Brexit, and embrace closer ties with the EU to increase economic growth and tackle illegal immigration. Continue reading...