Burnham rules out rejoining the EU within this Parliament

Become an Independent member to bookmark this article Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today. Join today Already a member? Log in Burnham rules out rejoining the EU within this Parliament Millie Cooke Monday 26 October 2026 08:55 GMT Bookmark popover Removed from bookmarks Close popover I want to see the UK to rejoin the EU in my lifetime, Burnham says Andy Burnham has said he wants to see the UK rejoin the European Union in his lifetime, arguing Brexit has not worked out as promised. He ruled out rejoining the bloc or breaking Labour's manifesto commitments during the current Parliament. Burnham signalled that a return to freedom of movement could potentially be considered for Labour's next election manifesto. He criticised the existing Brexit arrangements for weakening the UK economy and exacerbating immigration issues such as the small boats crisis. Burnham emphasised that the British public will ultimately decide the UK's relationship with the EU. In full I want to see the UK rejoin the EU in my lifetime, Burnham says