Andy Burnham slapped down in Labour rebellion over EU migration plan
Andy Burnham's top team have refused to back a return to free movement despite the Prime Minister's bid for closer ties to the EU. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Asylum Minister Anna Turley both declined to back the move, suggesting the Home Office does not share Mr Burnham's desire to reopen the Brexit debate.
TL;DR
- Andy Burnham's top team refused to back a return to free movement.
- This decision comes despite the Prime Minister's efforts for closer EU ties.
- Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Asylum Minister Anna Turley declined to support the move.
- This suggests the Home Office does not share Mr. Burnham's desire to reopen the Brexit debate.