Critics caution against potential sell-out in talks with EU
Britain must not be plunged into a Brexit surrender as part of the PM’s reset with the European Union, critics warn. Sir Keir Starmer meets with leaders of the 27 EU nations tonight in Brussels amid fears of him "selling out".
Tory leader sets out five "tests" to prevent backsliding
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has set out five "tests" to determine if Sir Keir Starmer is backsliding on issues such as free movement and fishing rights. Shadow Cabinet Minister Andrew Griffith expressed concerns about potential sell-out, stating, "We’ve been very clear with Sir Keir about what he’s not to be doing, going off to Brussels, selling out this country."
Sir Keir to face demands for concessions in EU talks
Sir Keir will be seeking progress on a defence and security pact with EU leaders at a dinner but will be told he must make concessions. His proposals for closer ties will be treated as part of a package, with demands to give ground on fishing, mobility for young European citizens, and alignment with EU laws.
PM aims for closer ties with EU on multiple fronts
Sir Keir expressed his desire for a reset of the UK's relationship with the EU, focusing on defence and security, energy, trade, and the economy. He emphasized that this does not involve a return to the European Union, as the matter was settled by a referendum.
Progress made in talks with German Chancellor
The PM held talks with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz at Chequers, praising their discussions as making "real progress". Both sides aim to have the outline of a deal in place as early as May.
