Half want to rejoin EU and backing it could drive up Labour vote, megapoll finds
A new megapoll indicates that nearly half of UK voters support rejoining the European Union, and that Labour could see a boost in support by campaigning on the issue. However, senior Labour figures remain cautious about reopening Brexit-related political divisions.
Why it matters
The findings suggest a potential shift in public sentiment regarding Brexit that could influence future UK political strategy and EU-UK relations.
Pro-EU campaigner calling on Andy Burnham to rejoin the bloc, in Parliament Square last month. Photograph: Vuk Valcic/Zuma Press Wire/Shutterstock Pro-EU campaigner calling on Andy Burnham to rejoin the bloc, in Parliament Square last month. Photograph: Vuk Valcic/Zuma Press Wire/Shutterstock European Union Half want to rejoin EU and backing it could drive up Labour vote, megapoll finds Exclusive: Findings will bolster those in No 10 who want to negotiate on re-entry but some senior figures remain wary
Prefer the Guardian on Google Andy Burnham’s personal preference to rejoin the European Union after the next election is supported by almost half of all voters, a new megapoll has found, although cabinet ministers concerned about reopening Brexit divides are privately urging him to proceed with caution.
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