Table of Contents

  1. Warning Against Backroom Deals
  2. Jonathan Brash's Statement
  3. Concerns About Future Agreements
  4. Prime Minister's Position

SIR Keir Starmer has received a warning from another of his own MPs regarding questionable backroom deals that undermine Brexit.

Labour MP Jonathan Brash issued a caution to the Prime Minister, stating that any return to the customs union or single market would contradict the party’s manifesto.

Keir Starmer, dressed in a suit and tie, smiling as he exits 10 Downing Street, carrying two folders under his arm.Starmer has been cautioned by another of his own MPs against questionable backroom dealsCredit: Getty Jonathan Brash speaking at a podium with a Labour Party rosette pinned to his lapel.Labour MP Jonathan Brash issued a warning to the Prime MinisterCredit: Getty

The Hartlepool MP expressed that such actions would undermine the Leave vote, which was strongly supported in areas like his.

He voiced his concerns after the Prime Minister indicated a desire to bring Britain back into Brussels’ sphere and bind the country to additional single market regulations.

There are also worries that the measures being prepared may extend far beyond what has been publicly stated.

It could grant ministers extensive powers to align the UK with the EU across numerous sectors.

Mr. Brash told The Sun: “There is a distinct line I will not cross.

“I do not support covertly reintroducing Britain into the single market or customs union.

“That would be deceitful, violate our manifesto commitment, and further diminish trust in our party.”

Another Labour MP representing a Brexit-supporting constituency cautioned that the UK would end up as “rule-takers with no influence.”

The Prime Minister has dismissed the idea of joining any Brussels economic bloc.

However, he has stated that he intends to explore potential agreements if they would benefit the UK.

What concerns do Labour MPs have about backroom deals regarding Brexit?

Labour MPs, including Jonathan Brash, are concerned that any return to the customs union or single market would contradict the party's manifesto and undermine the Leave vote, eroding trust in the party.

What is the Prime Minister's stance on rejoining the EU?

The Prime Minister has ruled out joining any economic bloc led by Brussels but plans to explore deals that could benefit the UK.