Andy Burnham: “I Want to Rejoin the EU”

Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, has openly declared his desire for Britain to rejoin the European Union, stating he hopes it “happens in my lifetime.” This comes despite his own constituency voting overwhelmingly to Leave in the 2016 referendum.

Burnham’s Rejoiner Stance

Andy Burnham explicitly stated his wish to “rejoin the EU” during the Labour Conference last year, as reported by Guido Fawkes. He believes in “unions of all kinds,” including the European Union, and the “benefits it brought this country.”

Burnham further argued that the last decade has shown “the disaster that Brexit has been,” according to Guido Fawkes. He claimed that Britain is now “stuck with sluggish growth” and that “all of our aspirations now are harder to achieve as a country.”

Brexit a “Mistake”

In a leadership pitch with the New Statesman, Burnham suggested Labour should be “making a stronger argument about Brexit having been a mistake.” This position directly contradicts the democratic mandate of the 2016 referendum.

• Andy Burnham wants Britain to rejoin the European Union.
• He hopes this happens “in my lifetime.”
• Burnham described Brexit as a “disaster” leading to “sluggish growth.”
• He believes Labour should argue Brexit was a “mistake.”
• His constituency, Makerfield, voted 65% to Leave in 2016.

What This Means for Britain

This revelation from Guido Fawkes shows a senior Labour figure openly advocating for reversing the democratic will of the British people regarding Brexit.

For ordinary working families, this position from a prominent Labour voice raises concerns about future sovereignty and control over our borders and laws.

Burnham’s own constituency, Makerfield, voted 65% to Leave in 2016, highlighting a significant disconnect between the political class and the voters they represent.

With Reform UK coming a strong second in Makerfield in 2024, the Labour establishment’s pro-EU stance risks alienating the very voters who feel ignored and betrayed.

This demonstrates the ongoing push from some within the political establishment to undermine the decision to take back control of Britain’s destiny.

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This article is a factual summary of reporting by Guido Fawkes. Full original story available on their website. All quotes directly attributed.

Source: Guido Fawkes | Breaking Brexit News