Brexit deal 'harder' than promised, says UK political figure
A senior politician argues the Conservative agreement with Brussels exceeded what was pledged during the 2016 referendum campaign.
At a glance
- A senior politician claims the Brexit deal exceeded what was promised in the 2016 referendum
- The politician told cabinet the current deal was unfavourable
- Ministers were warned not to publicly express opinions on future Brexit approach pending a review
- The politician has outlined plans to seek closer links with the EU
A political figure has argued that the Conservative government's Brexit deal with the European Union was more extreme than what was promised during the 2016 referendum campaign. The politician told cabinet ministers at a meeting on Wednesday that the current arrangement was unfavourable and wrote to senior party members outlining hopes to improve the relationship with Brussels.
The politician also warned ministers against publicly expressing their views on how the government should approach Brexit ahead of a review of available options.
Why it matters
The statement reflects ongoing debate within UK politics over the terms of the Brexit agreement and potential future adjustments to the relationship with the European Union.
Original reporting
- The Guardian — WorldTory Brexit was ‘harder’ than promised in EU referendum, says Andy Burnham
- The Guardian — BusinessTory Brexit was ‘harder’ than promised in EU referendum, says Andy Burnham
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