Some quick thoughts on why @UKLabour should support a people's vote. This article is not a big headline but still pretty significant as it gives insight into how Brexiters are thinking. No matter what deal is struck, they can always unpick after 1/
theguardian.com/politics/2018/…
theguardian.com/politics/2018/…
So let's recap:
* A deal that is as good as EU membership does not exist. It isn't there. It isn't happening. The government's own projections indicate that even full EEA membership will come with substantial loss of GDP. 2/
* A deal that is as good as EU membership does not exist. It isn't there. It isn't happening. The government's own projections indicate that even full EEA membership will come with substantial loss of GDP. 2/
* A deal significantly worse than EU membership *might* be in the cards. Now perhaps Labour wants to go through with that because any person likely to defect to UKIP is apparently much more valuable to keep than a disappointed Remain voter. 3/
* No deal is going to be not only economic armageddon but also a total headache for travel, driver's licenses, citizen rights etc. Maybe just maybe we need to go through with Brexit because "democracy", but really? 4/
Anyway. Even if that is averted and there is no deal, the Brexiters are just as happy to blow up the deal, the GFA, the relationship with the EU etc. 5/
The fact they're still going on about that divorce settlement (not a bill but settlement of outstanding commitments!) should set off alarm bells.
Labour you're not in charge, you cannot get the Brexit you want.
But you can be the opposition, before it's too late /ends
Labour you're not in charge, you cannot get the Brexit you want.
But you can be the opposition, before it's too late /ends
