Burnham hints at election pledge to rejoin EU – and possibly another referendum – months after saying he wouldn’t reverse Brexit for fear of damaging democracy

Andy Burnham is facing a furious backlash after he hinted at a bid to rejoin the EU – months after saying the move would damage democracy.

The Prime Minister used his conference speech yesterday to blame Brexit for many of Britain’s problems, saying he will spell out options for the future at a summit with Brussels later this year.

Emmanuel Macron hailed the comments as ‘excellent news’ – as Brussels demands deep concessions in return for better trade terms.   

But the move has sparked concerns within his party, with Scottish Labour leader Michael Marra warning rejoining to the bloc is ‘unrealistic’. Many believe

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