Labour can win political argument for closer EU ties, says Rachel Reeves

Reeves stressed the importance of EU trade because of the bloc’s geographical proximity. Photograph: Thierry Monasse/Getty Images

Rachel Reeves has insisted Labour can win the political argument for a closer relationship with the EU, calling it the “biggest prize” for UK economic growth.

Some Labour strategists have been wary of making the case for stronger alignment with the EU, believing it could alienate pro-Brexit voters.