Burnham says 'win-win' deal can be agreed between UK and EU
UK politician Andy Burnham suggests that a 'win-win' deal between the UK and the EU is possible, aiming to improve economic ties while respecting the 2024 manifesto commitments. The government is preparing for an upcoming summit to discuss agreements on food, energy, and youth mobility.
Why it matters
Signals a potential shift in post-Brexit UK-EU relations as the government seeks to mitigate economic challenges.
Image source, Getty Images By Richard Wheeler Political reporter Published 13 November 2026, 01:17 GMT Andy Burnham said he believes a "win-win" deal can be agreed with the European Union, adding it could be "more like the Brexit that people thought they were voting for" in 2016.
The prime minister is exploring closer ties with the bloc and is expected to sign new agreements on food, energy and youth mobility at a UK-EU summit on 20 November.
Speaking after meeting European leaders in Ireland on Thursday, Burnham said he hopes a deal could help lower prices and boost the UK economy. He predicted the negotiations could "go down to the wire".
The Conservatives have previously said Labour are "dragging us into the European Union via the back door with their EU reset".
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