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Khan Calls for Inevitable Customs Union Rejoining Before 2029

3/19/2026

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Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, says rejoining the customs union is "inevitable" and urges the government to commit before the next general election in 2029.
The UK is nearing a decade since the Brexit referendum, with ongoing debates over its future EU relationship and Labour Leader Keir Starmer facing softer-Brexit pressure.
The government maintains its stance against rejoining the EU, while discussions about closer alignment are increasing.

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Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, says rejoining the customs union is "inevitable" and urges the government to commit before the next general election in 2029.
The UK is nearing a decade since the Brexit referendum, with ongoing debates over its future EU relationship and Labour Leader Keir Starmer facing softer-Brexit pressure.
The government maintains its stance against rejoining the EU, while discussions about closer alignment are increasing.