Burnham wants lawmakers to reconsider UK’s post-Brexit relationship with EU

Summary

• In a parliamentary address, Burnham is expected to call for a fresh approach to relations with the bloc, including consideration of a new agreement to improve cooperation after Britain’s departure from the EU.
• Burnham has signalled that the government should consider a range of options for closer relations with the EU.
• Burnham campaigned for Britain to remain in the EU during the 2016 membership referendum.

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British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will urge lawmakers on Monday to reconsider the country’s relationship with the European Union, arguing that closer ties could boost economic growth and help tackle immigration.

In a parliamentary address, Burnham is expected to call for a fresh approach to relations with the bloc, including consideration of a new agreement to improve cooperation after Britain’s departure from the EU.