Brexit referendum 'possible' in future Labour manifesto, says Burnham
The Labour figure said a referendum isn't right for now, but the UK needs to weigh its options for the future relationship with the EU.
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A new referendum on Britain's relationship with the European Union is "possible" as part of a future Labour Party election manifesto, Andy Burnham said, according to the BBC.
Burnham said a referendum "wouldn't be the right thing now," but added that the UK needs to consider its options for the future relationship with the EU.
The remarks touch on a politically sensitive subject in British politics, as debate over the long-term consequences of Brexit continues nearly a decade after the original 2016 referendum.
Further details on the specific timeline or conditions under which such a referendum might be proposed were not included in the available reporting.
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