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UK could rejoin EU on ‘short’ timeline if it wanted, former Brexit negotiator says – Europe live
John Curtice suggests the next UK prime minister has significant room to improve relations with Europe. This comes amidst speculation about the future leader's stance compared to Keir Starmer. Labour's voter base shows considerable support for rejoining the EU. The party possesses greater political scope to deepen ties with the European Union. However, Labour must address concerns within its traditional "Red Wall" constituencies. Public opinion has demonstrably shifted, favoring rejoining the EU over remaining outside. This change is partly attributed to Leave voters being less resolute in their position than Remain voters. A decade of new voters, ineligible in 2016, now influences public perception. Those who abstained from voting in 2016, regardless of age, now view Brexit's consequences, particularly economic ones, more akin to Remain voters' perspectives.
