Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:09am on 01 Oct 2026,Thursday International
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said rejoining the European Union is among the options his government could examine while reshaping Britain’s long-term relationship with Europe. Speaking to the BBC, Burnham said the current Brexit arrangement had caused more damage than benefit and that he wanted to assess what was realistically achievable to repair ties with the bloc. His comments followed a Labour conference pledge to explore closer EU relations ahead of a postponed summit later this year. Burnham has also indicated he would not rule out seeking an election mandate to rejoin the EU, marking a shift from his earlier position. Conservative critics accused him of reopening Brexit divisions. French and Spanish leaders welcomed his comments. (PC: Times Now)
