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General · 4 June 2026

Pro-European Minister Rejects Rejoining EU as Quick Fix

Pro-European Minister Rejects Rejoining EU as Quick Fix

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People hoping for quick answers to Britain's economic troubles shouldn't expect a simple remedy. Speaking on 3 June, business and trade minister Peter Kyle said joining the European Union again would not by itself resolve the country's challenges, even though he believes Britain belongs with Europe in the long run. Debate has grown after local and regional election setbacks for Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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