In Britain, Brexit is debated again as Starmer’s grip on power slips
The debate over Brexit has resurfaced in Britain as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces challenges to his leadership. Following significant losses in local elections, Starmer has promised to strengthen ties with the EU, while some within his party advocate for rejoining. Meanwhile, the rise of the eurosceptic Reform party complicates the political landscape regarding Britain's relationship with Europe.
- ▪Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to rebuild Britain's relationship with the EU after local election losses.
- ▪Some Labour Party members, including Wes Streeting, have called Brexit a 'catastrophic mistake' and suggest rejoining the EU.
- ▪The eurosceptic Reform party is gaining traction, potentially influencing future elections.
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News|BrexitIn Britain, Brexit is debated again as Starmer’s grip on power slipsThe PM is promising to strengthen EU ties at a time when the eurosceptic Reform party is on the rise.ListenListen (6 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoPro- and anti-Brexit demonstrators argue at Parliament Square in London in October 2019 [File: Henry Nicholls/Reuters]By Edna MohamedPublished On 27 May 202627 May 2026London, England – For record stall owner Johnny Skates, leaving the European Union has made travelling to DJ in Europe harder as the tax implications of bringing his materials with him have tightened.“If I want to DJ and if I take records, I have to declare that.
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