UK needs ‘national consensus’ over rejoining EU, David Miliband says
David Miliband has called for a national consensus in the UK regarding rejoining the European Union. He emphasized the need for a stronger relationship with the EU, especially in light of recent government proposals for a single market for goods. Miliband believes that the current reset of relations is insufficient and that the UK must adapt to the changing global landscape.
- ▪David Miliband stated that the UK needs a national consensus about rejoining the EU.
- ▪He expressed concern that the government's current approach to resetting relations with Europe is inadequate.
- ▪Miliband highlighted the importance of a strong institutional relationship with the EU for the UK's security and prosperity.
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David Miliband speaking at the Global Partnerships Conference in London this week. Photograph: Jose Sarmento Matos/EPAView image in fullscreenDavid Miliband speaking at the Global Partnerships Conference in London this week. Photograph: Jose Sarmento Matos/EPADavid MilibandUK needs ‘national consensus’ over rejoining EU, David Miliband saysEx-foreign secretary urges reset at ‘higher dosage’ after officials revealed to have pitched single market for goodsDonna FergusonSat 23 May 2026 06.26 EDTLast modified on Sat 23 May 2026 06.27 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe UK needs a “national consensus” about rejoining the European Union, David Miliband has said, in response to revelations that the UK government pitched the creation of a single market for goods with the EU to the bloc.The…
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