Prime Minister Andy Burnham speaks to the media following his meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the Chancellery in Berlin, on 8 October 2026Image source, PA Media
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Burnham says migration to the UK is "different" now compared to pre-Brexit

ByHarry Farley, political correspondent and Harry Sekulich
  • Published14 minutes ago

The prime minister says he would welcome an "honest discussion" about the prospect of returning to free movement between the UK and European Union.

Speaking to the Sunday Times, Andy Burnham said he wants pursue a new type of relationship with Brussels, potentially including full EU membership or joining the single market, which would require free movement.