Nigel Farage issues stark warning to Andy Burnham amid plans for 'Brexit sell-out'
Nigel Farage issues warning to Andy Burnham amid plans for 'Brexit sell-out'
TL;DR
- Nigel Farage cautions Prime Minister Andy Burnham against negotiating closer ties with the EU, calling it a potential 'complete sell-out'.
- Leaked documents suggest agreements on food deals with fewer barriers, rejoining the EU pet passport scheme, and 'dynamic alignment' with EU laws.
- 'Dynamic alignment' means the UK would follow EU laws in specific areas without parliamentary say, and the European Court of Justice would have final say on disputes.
- Farage criticizes the potential acceptance of terms that prevent returning prisoners to certain EU countries.
- A government spokesperson stated they are building an ambitious, close relationship with the EU to strengthen the economy and create opportunities.