Labour leader Keir Starmer has expressed his commitment to negotiating a better deal with the European Union, regardless of the outcome of the French elections. Even in the event of the far-right National Rally coming to power in France, Starmer stated that his party’s intention to re-negotiate parts of the post-Brexit Trade and Cooperation Agreement with the EU remains unchanged.
The UK general election is taking place amidst snap legislative elections in France, with the far-right National Rally currently leading in the polls. Despite this, Starmer emphasized his willingness to work with any government in Europe to serve the country’s interests.
Starmer highlighted the importance of addressing the concerns of disaffected individuals, emphasizing the need for progressive solutions to challenges facing both the UK and Europe. He has not disclosed specific details of his plan to re-open negotiations with the EU, but areas such as chemicals regulation and financial services have been suggested as potential focuses.
While ruling out re-joining the EU single market or customs union, Starmer has committed to reviewing the post-Brexit trade deal in 2026. As the Labour party maintains its lead in opinion polls, Starmer’s stance on working with any government in Europe reflects his commitment to serving the country regardless of political outcomes.
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