British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has denied any confusion regarding his position on the European Union, criticizing the current agreement. BBC News reports that it is his responsibility to improve the 2020 agreement during a summit in Brussels on November 20. The initiative aims to clarify the government's direction on future UK-EU relations.

Burnham rejected accusations of having changed his stance after suggesting a referendum on freedom of movement, which was later scaled back. Kemi Badenoch, leader of the Conservatives, criticized him for not respecting the 2016 Brexit vote. The Prime Minister retorted that the government's position is collectively agreed upon and consistent with the manifesto.

The Labour 2024 manifesto's “red lines”, including freedom of movement, will remain in force for the entire legislature, Burnham assured. The program had ruled out a return to free movement, accession to the single market, or a customs union. This precondition for access to the single market is a key point of the political debate.

At the Brussels summit on November 20, Burnham will seek a “reset” of relations with the European Union. Discussions will cover youth mobility, food trade, energy, and cooperation on irregular immigration. The Prime Minister reiterated his commitment to achieving a better agreement for the United Kingdom, considering it his responsibility.