Brexit deal is not good enough for British public, says Andy Burnham
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has criticized the current Brexit deal, stating it has weakened the economy and failed to deliver on its promises. While he expressed a personal desire to rejoin the EU, he ruled out major changes during the current parliament.
Why it matters
The comments highlight the ongoing political and economic fallout of Brexit and the cautious approach current leadership is taking toward future EU relations.
Burnham said: ‘Looking back at Brexit … I don’t think it has played out as people said it would at the time.’ Photograph: House of Commons/PA Burnham said: ‘Looking back at Brexit … I don’t think it has played out as people said it would at the time.’ Photograph: House of Commons/PA Brexit Brexit deal is not good enough for British public, says Andy Burnham EU exit has damaged economy and failed to bring promised benefits, says PM, but he rules out big pre-election changes
Prefer the Guardian on Google Brexit has not “played out” like it was promised to the public, has weakened the economy and the current deal is not good enough, Andy Burnham has said, but he ruled out major changes in the current parliament.
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