Brexit may be back, but Britain needs to know what it wants
Brexit remains a contentious issue in the UK, with political leaders divided on the future relationship with the EU. Keir Starmer's Labour party is exploring closer ties, but significant challenges and public opinion complicate the landscape. As geopolitical tensions rise, the need for a clear direction on Brexit becomes increasingly urgent for Britain.
- ▪Keir Starmer aims for closer ties with the EU, but the future of Brexit remains uncertain.
- ▪Public opinion shows that 63% of Britons desire closer relations with the EU, and 55% support rejoining.
- ▪The economic impact of Brexit is significant, with trade with Europe down 15% compared to potential levels.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/20/brexit-may-be-back-but-britain-needs-to-know-what-it-wants |
| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 14:20:25 GMT |
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Keir Starmer wants closer ties to the EU but soon it might not be his opinion that matters. Photograph: Jaimi Joy/PAView image in fullscreenKeir Starmer wants closer ties to the EU but soon it might not be his opinion that matters. Photograph: Jaimi Joy/PAThis is EuropeWorld newsBrexit may be back, but Britain needs to know what it wantsA decade after the referendum, EU leaders would welcome closer ties – once the UK has understood the ‘European deal’ Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereJon Henley Europe correspondentWed 20 May 2026 10.20 EDTLast modified on Wed 20 May 2026 10.22 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleBrexit’s back. Well, sort of. If it ever really went away.
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