The prime minister told broadcasters today that he wouldn’t restore freedom of movement without holding a referendum, but a few hours later his official spokesperson was keen to climb down from such an explicit commitment.
It’s a point that journalists will pore over, as they continue to work out whether Andy Burnham’s plans for an improved long-term relationship with the EU will be put to a consultation, a general election, or a second referendum.
Also on the show, Gideon Rachman, chief foreign policy commentator at the Financial Times, on why Trump and Netanyahu election losses may not stop a new attack on Iran.
On the panel:
🔵 Tory peer Lord Vaizey
🟢 Green MP Ellie Chowns
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