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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Pippa Crerar Political editor

Keir Starmer rules out return of free movement between Britain and EU

Keir Starmer and the shadow chancellor, Rachel Reeves, travel on a train
Keir Starmer and the shadow chancellor, Rachel Reeves, travel on a train. His decision not to return to open borders will disappoint some in Labour. Photograph: Stefan Rousseau/PA

Keir Starmer has ruled out bringing back free movement of people between Britain and the EU, saying it would be a “red line” for Labour if it gets into power – despite supporting the policy just three years ago.

The Labour leader said free movement “won’t come back” if he becomes prime minister as Brexit has already happened and “ripping up” the deal would lead to years more wrangling with Brussels.

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