Pound’s trade-weighted index reaches highest level since Brexit vote
The Bank of England measure hit its strongest level since June 2016 on 4 November, with reports citing both UK economic conditions and a weaker US dollar.
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Burnham says UK would not return to EU free movement without a referendum
The prime minister answered a question about a possible return to free movement, while Downing Street clarified that he is proposing no particular option.
IllustrationBurnham calls for public debate on possible return to EU free movement
The prime minister says migration patterns have changed since Brexit, but Labour’s election pledges rule out a return to free movement under its current policy.
Andy Burnham puts EU membership among options for Britain’s future
The prime minister says ministers will weigh staying with current arrangements, a customs union, the single market and full EU membership before he sets out a longer-term approach.
Andy Burnham says rejoining the EU is among options Britain should examine
The prime minister named the current arrangement, a customs union, the single market and full EU membership as possible paths, while saying each needs scrutiny.