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Prime Minister Andy Burnham, at Prime Minister's Questions, rejected accusations of backsliding on Brexit promises, confirmed the manifesto's 'red lines' remain and preparations for the summit in Brussels on 20 November, where a reset of relations with the EU will be discussed.
Aziz KarimovOne hundred days after Andy Burnham arrived in Downing Street, his government is preparing for a series of difficult decisions: the budget on Wednesday, a dispute over free movement with the EU, the fate of the Rosebank field, and questions of defence and migration. One hundred days after Andy Burnham arrived in Downing Street, his government is preparing for a series of difficult decisions: the budget on Wednesday, a dispute over freedom of movement with the EU, the fate of the Rosebank oil field, and questions of defence and migration.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he would not introduce free movement with the EU without a public vote, but sources report that no final decision has yet been made. He rules out major changes before the next election and calls for an 'honest conversation' about the future of relations with Brussels.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said in an ITV interview that he would like to see the country return to the EU within his lifetime, but that the decision must be made by British society. He emphasised a pragmatic approach to revising the post-Brexit arrangements and dismissed rumours of an early general election.
Otabek YusupovA review of the front pages of the British press for 24 October 2026: the scandal surrounding Thomas Markle and statements by the Duchess of Sussex, budget plans with £20bn for national funds, concerns of a former Bank of England economist about a 'budget for tomorrow', a Cabinet split over returning to the EU, and the determination of the country's oldest pub.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he is ready for an 'honest discussion' about restoring freedom of movement with the EU, noting that the nature of migration has changed since Brexit. He ruled out joining the eurozone and Schengen. Opponents criticised the statement, and key decisions are likely to await a general election no earlier than 2029.
Aziz KarimovThe European Commission has offered Canada the status of the EU's first 'associated member'. The details of the new status are to be defined at the summit in Montreal on 29–30 October and by 2027. The partnership will cover trade, defence, technology, energy and critical raw materials. The EU–Canada rapprochement is taking place against the backdrop of Prime Minister Andy Burnham's efforts to reshape Britain's relations with the EU after Brexit.
Javlon TursunovEuronews explains how the short-stay rule in the Schengen area works — 90 days in any 180-day period — and how third-country nationals, including Britons after Brexit, track the limit. The outlet describes the practice of the 'Schengen shuffle' and the role of the Entry/Exit System (EES), fully operational since April, as well as penalties for overstaying.
Sevara AzamovaThe Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) published a report arguing that Russia's aggression, uncertainty over US policy and China's economic pressure have devalued Britain's post-Brexit strategy. Polling shows 52% of voters support joining the EU. Prime Minister Andy Burnham previously said Brexit had 'done more harm than good'.
Otabek YusupovBernd Lange, chair of the European Parliament's international trade committee, said in London that the EU's 'doors are open' for Britain and that a 'Switzerland plus' model — a package of agreements on trade, security, raw materials and digital policy — could serve as a template. His comments came amid a renewed Brexit debate: Prime Minister Andy Burnham called for a rethink of relations with Brussels, while Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticises him. A UK–EU summit is scheduled for 20 November.
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