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Lib Dems Push Customs Union Vote Amid Brexit Concerns

11/22/2025

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The Liberal Democrats push for a vote on a customs union with the European Union to pressure Labour MPs toward pro-EU stance, citing analyses showing Brexit reduced GDP.
Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrats) introduced the bill, which is largely symbolic and unlikely to pass because the government does not support it.
Labour leader Keir Starmer has ruled out joining a customs union, despite ongoing negotiations for closer ties with the EU.

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The Liberal Democrats push for a vote on a customs union with the European Union to pressure Labour MPs toward pro-EU stance, citing analyses showing Brexit reduced GDP.
Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrats) introduced the bill, which is largely symbolic and unlikely to pass because the government does not support it.
Labour leader Keir Starmer has ruled out joining a customs union, despite ongoing negotiations for closer ties with the EU.