Burnham on the EU: Already U-turning before he's even been elected

18 May 2026

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Burnham on the EU: Already U-turning before he's even been elected

Responding to Andy Burnham changing his position on rejoining the EU, Liberal Democrat Europe Spokesperson, Al Pinkerton MP:

"I see Andy Burnham has already started U-turning before he’s even been elected. The Liberal Democrats have always been clear that Britain’s future lies back in the EU and we have a credible plan to get there, starting with a customs union.

“I know that many Labour MPs agree with us that the government needs to show more ambition on Europe, so I hope they will back our amendment on Wednesday to send a message to the Prime Minister.”

ENDS

Notes to Editors: 

https://x.com/steven_swinford/status/2056369221542510862?s=46 

 


 

 

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