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UK Rules Out EU Rejoining, Strengthens Ties Instead

9/12/2025

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Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds states Britain will not rejoin the EU soon, despite improved relations.
He believes a Brexit reversal is unlikely in his lifetime.
Labour's 2024 manifesto pledges not to rejoin the single market or customs union during this parliament.
Thomas-Symonds has negotiated closer ties with the EU, including fishing quotas and carbon trading agreements.
A returns agreement with France allows Britain to return 50 asylum seekers weekly, with expected implementation.

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Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds states Britain will not rejoin the EU soon, despite improved relations.
He believes a Brexit reversal is unlikely in his lifetime.
Labour's 2024 manifesto pledges not to rejoin the single market or customs union during this parliament.
Thomas-Symonds has negotiated closer ties with the EU, including fishing quotas and carbon trading agreements.
A returns agreement with France allows Britain to return 50 asylum seekers weekly, with expected implementation.