Those agreements, which are currently being finalized, will see the U.K. follow relevant EU regulations — in exchange for more seamless market access.
Seemingly buoyed by a positive reception and a smaller than anticipated Brexiteer backlash, Starmer is now doubling down.
“I think the relationship with the EU and every summit should be iterative. We should be seeking to go further,” the prime minister told reporters.
“And I think there are other areas in the single market where we should look to see whether we can't make more progress. That will depend on our discussions and what we think is in our national interest.
“But what I'm indicating here is — I do think we can go further.”
The comments are a significant rhetorical shift for the Labour leader, whose 2024 election manifesto promised that “there will be no return to the single market” — as well as the customs union or free movement.
SeaHighlight2262 on January 31st, 2026 at 23:24 UTC »
UKame back
Dr_Neurol on January 31st, 2026 at 22:33 UTC »
Go for a Brex-in and call it a day!
EatBaconDaily on January 31st, 2026 at 22:30 UTC »
damn if only there was a way to have full access to the EU single market and even a voting opportunity in decisions made!