Lammy speaks about Brexit policy

The transcript discusses the importance of improving the UK's relationship with the EU, emphasizing that while the next Labour government will not seek to rejoin the EU, it will focus on pragmatic improvements to the trade deal in 2025. The speaker highlights the need for sector-specific agreements and cooperation, such as in veterinary and scientific fields. The transcript also touches on political choices made by Boris Johnson and the determination of Keir Starmer to unify the country.

Why does the next Labour government prioritize improving relations with the European Union?

• Because the EU is Britain's largest trading partner and ally.

• To join the EU single market.

• To increase military cooperation.

• To adopt the Euro as the national currency.

What is the Labour government's position on rejoining the European Union?

• They will rejoin the customs union only.

• They plan to rejoin immediately.

• They will not rejoin the EU, single market, or customs union.

• They will hold a referendum on rejoining.

What is one of the strategies mentioned for improving trade with the EU?

• Focusing solely on domestic markets.

• Eliminating all trade agreements.

• Increasing tariffs on EU goods.

• Negotiating a veterinary agreement to ease food trade.

How does the Labour government plan to support scientific collaboration with the EU?

• By focusing on national research only.

• By reducing funding for scientific research.

• By restoring cooperation to access funding and cross-border programs.

• By creating new research programs.

What criticism is made about Boris Johnson's handling of post-Brexit relations?

• He focused on improving relations with the US.

• He immediately rejoined the EU.

• He chose to relitigate arguments instead of uniting the country.

• He successfully united the country.