Keir Starmer has a historic opportunity to fix this awful Brexit – if he follows this plan | Naomi Smith

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Keir Starmer's Plan to Fix Brexit: A Historic Opportunity to Address the UK's Post-Brexit Woes

The economic and social consequences of the UK's decision to leave the European Union have been severe, with prices rising, trade weakening, and influence dwindling. As the Labour Party's leader, Keir Starmer has made a historic promise to bring forward legislation this year to improve the UK's deal with the EU. This move marks a significant shift in tone, as warm words without delivery are no longer acceptable.

The progress since last May's UK-EU summit has been glacial, despite the fanfare of the time. The commitments made were not just diplomatic wins but practical fixes that could be felt by people. A deal on food standards and animal welfare (SPS agreement) could ease pressure on supermarket prices, while an energy trading agreement could lower bills by allowing for more efficient cooperation in volatile markets. Yet, months later, neither is in place.

The delay is not solely the responsibility of Downing Street, as negotiations require both sides to move, and the EU must balance the interests of 27 member states while proceeding carefully. However, caution should not be an excuse for inertia, especially when the economic damage of the status quo is so clear.

Reports that the government is preparing legislative groundwork to deliver on SPS and energy cooperation are significant. This bill marks a concrete sign that implementation is finally within reach. While food and energy agreements alone will not define success at this year's UK-EU summit, they represent an important step forward.

Beyond these agreements, Starmer has hinted that he is thinking beyond phase one of Labour's post-Brexit reset. He must focus on deeper, broader alignment across the economy to genuinely move the dial on growth and living standards. This could include mutual recognition of standards across all industrial sectors, mutual recognition of professional qualifications, and UK accession to the pan-Euro-Mediterranean convention.

Research by Frontier Economics suggests that these proposals could boost GDP growth by about 2%. These changes sit comfortably within Labour's stated red lines, making them a reasonable starting point for phase two of the reset. The biggest gains from closer UK-EU alignment would be felt outside London and the south-east, particularly in the Midlands, Yorkshire, and the north-east.

While pursuing single market access or rejoining the EU as a "rule maker" could lead to even larger GDP boons, they come with significant costs and risks. Any form of closer cooperation requires the UK to pay for participation and accept shared rules in agreed areas. This is a debate that Starmer should welcome, pointing out the reality of the past decade.

Critics may argue that Brussels will never agree to such an arrangement with a large neighbouring economy. However, this argument is reminiscent of previous claims that certain measures were impossible. The truth is that the UK and EU share economic, security, and geopolitical interests, making closer cooperation not just possible but an urgent necessity.

In conclusion, Keir Starmer's plan to fix Brexit represents a historic opportunity to address the UK's post-Brexit woes. By focusing on deeper, broader alignment across the economy, he can genuinely move the dial on growth and living standards. The time for warm words without delivery is over; it's time for concrete action.
 
Keir Starmer is finally taking Brexit seriously 🙌💪! His plan to improve the UK's deal with the EU is a game-changer, especially if it means lower bills and food prices 😊🍲. The delay in getting SPS and energy cooperation agreements has been super frustrating, but at least there are signs that implementation is finally on track 🔄.

I'm loving Starmer's focus on deeper, broader alignment across the economy 💼📈. Boosting GDP growth by 2% sounds awesome 💸, especially for regions outside London and the south-east 👥. The idea of mutual recognition of standards across all industrial sectors and UK accession to the pan-Euro-Mediterranean convention is genius 🤩.

Let's be real, single market access or rejoining the EU as a "rule maker" might seem like a pipe dream, but I think Starmer should at least explore it 🚀. The benefits would be huge, and it's time to stop playing small 💪. Bring on the concrete action and let's make Brexit work for everyone 🤝! 👍
 
🚨 I'm loving this! Starmer needs to get this bill passed ASAP, or all the hype about his Labour party will be for naught 🤦‍♂️. A 2% GDP boost from these changes? That's like, totally worth it, you know? 💸 The EU and UK have gotta work together, period. I mean, come on, they've been dragging their feet for months already... what's the holdup? 🙄 Can't wait to see how this plays out!
 
🤔 I think Starmer's plan is a solid step in the right direction 🚀. It's about time we see some tangible progress on the SPS agreement and energy trading deal ⚖️. The economic damage of Brexit has been real, and it's high time we start feeling the effects of a more cooperative relationship with the EU.

The fact that Starmer is thinking beyond phase one and exploring deeper alignment across the economy 🌐 is a good sign. Boosting GDP growth by 2% could make a huge difference in areas like the Midlands and Yorkshire 📈. Let's hope he can make it happen without getting too bogged down in negotiations 🔇.

I'm not sure about single market access or rejoining the EU, though 😐. That sounds like a whole different ball game with significant costs and risks 💸. I think Starmer should focus on finding common ground with the EU rather than pushing for radical changes 🤝.

Overall, this is a positive development, and I'm excited to see what happens next 💥. Maybe it's time we start seeing some real economic benefits from our post-Brexit relationships 😊.
 
I'm totally on board with Keir Starmer's plan 🤩, but at the same time, I don't know if it's going to make a huge difference, you know? I mean, we've been hearing about Brexit and its consequences for ages now, and still, nothing seems to be happening 🕰️. The delays are getting so frustrating! 😤

But, on the other hand, I think Starmer is being really realistic about what's possible, considering the EU has 27 member states to balance out ⚖️. I get that caution is necessary, but sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith and hope for the best 🤞.

I'm also curious to see how this bill will actually be implemented 📜, because if it's just going to be a token gesture without any real substance, then what's the point? 💔
 
🤔 I'm so done with all this Brexit drama 🙄. It's been ages since we left EU and things have only gotten worse 📉. We need some real solutions here, not just empty promises 😒. Starmer's plan is a good start, but it needs to go further ⬆️. We can't keep waiting for everything to magically fall into place 🤷‍♀️. It's time for concrete action and some serious compromise from both sides 🤝. This whole Brexit thing has been such a mess 🎉...
 
🤦‍♀️ I mean, finally someone's taking steps to address the mess that Brexit left us with 🙄. Starmer's plan might not be perfect, but hey, better late than never, right? 💡 Those food and energy agreements are just the tip of the iceberg – it's about time we see some real progress. And yeah, I know the EU isn't always easy to work with, but that's why they need someone like Starmer at the helm who can navigate those tricky negotiations 🤝. The fact that research suggests this could boost GDP growth by 2% is no small potatoes 🤑. Now let's see if he follows through on his promises and actually makes some real changes 💪.
 
🌿💚 I think Keir Starmer's plan is a game changer, you feel? We've been stuck in this Brexit limbo for ages and it's about time we start seeing some real progress. Those food standards and energy trading agreements might seem like small things, but they're huge when it comes to putting cash back in people's pockets.

And I love that Starmer is thinking bigger picture – talking about mutual recognition of standards and professional qualifications. That could be the key to unlocking growth and living standards for communities outside of London and the south-east. It's time for us to stop thinking about Brexit as just a London-centric issue and start seeing it as an opportunity for the whole country.

Plus, let's be real, the economic damage from our current situation is REAL 🤑. We need to act fast before people get left behind even more. Starmer's plan might not be perfect, but at least he's willing to take a risk and try something new. Fingers crossed it pays off! 🤞
 
Man, I'm thinking, what's the point of all this Brexit drama? 🤔 We're still struggling with rising prices and trade weakening, and now we're just trying to patch things up with some SPS agreement and energy trading deal? It feels like we're just sticking band-aids on a bullet wound. 💉 But then I'm thinking, what if Starmer's plan is more than just that? What if it's about creating a new foundation for the UK-EU relationship, one that's based on mutual recognition and cooperation?

It's like, when we talk about Brexit, we're often focusing on the wrong things. We're worried about sovereignty and independence, but what about the people who are actually affected by these policies? What about the ones who are struggling to make ends meet? 🤷‍♂️ We need to start thinking about how we can create a more level playing field for everyone, not just those in power.

And that's where I think Starmer's plan gets interesting. By pushing for deeper alignment across the economy, he's talking about creating a new kind of relationship between the UK and EU. One that's based on shared values and mutual benefit, rather than just competing interests. It's like, we're not just looking at this as a trade deal or an economic agreement – we're thinking about how we can create a more cohesive, more sustainable future for both our countries.

But here's the thing: it won't be easy. There will be obstacles and challenges along the way. And I think that's what's so important to recognize – that this isn't just about politics or economics; it's about people's lives. It's about creating a better world for ourselves and future generations. 🌎
 
omg did u see those GDP growth stats 2%?! 🤑 that's like, a whole new level of economic momentum Starmer needs to keep the momentum going tho if he wanna make real progress on food standards and energy trade agreements ASAP 💪 and btw, wouldn't it be sick if they finally got mutual recognition of professional qualifications? 🤝 that'd open up so many doors for UK workers! 👀 also what's up with the research from Frontier Economics suggesting a 2% boost in GDP growth? didn't we just learn about Brexit's impact on trade weakening and prices rising already?! 📊🚨 anyhoo, I think Starmer is on the right track btw
 
the more i think about starmer's plan, the more i'm reminded that sometimes its not about being the 'best' or the most 'progressive', but just about taking the next step... and that step can be scary, especially when you're trying to fix decades of mistakes 🤯. but what if the problem isn't that we don't know how to fix brexit, but rather that we've been too afraid to try? 🚫
 
I think its gonna be a wild ride if Starmer gets his way 🤯. Like, people say Brexit has been a disaster but some folks actually benefit from prices being higher? I'm not saying that's the case for everyone, but its def an interesting dynamic. We need more discussion around what "success" even means here and how we measure growth. GDP growth by 2% sounds like a pretty decent starting point, but are there other factors we should be focusing on too?
 
I'm still waiting for some real progress on these Brexit agreements 🤯. It feels like the same old promises and no actual changes 📝. I think Starmer's plan to improve our deal with the EU is a good start, but we need to see some serious commitment from both sides 💪. We can't just rely on warm words, we need tangible results that will make a difference in people's lives 💸. I'm hoping for more than just food and energy agreements - let's talk about creating real economic opportunities and growth 📈. This is our chance to fix the damage caused by Brexit and get back on track, so let's not mess it up 😬
 
🤔 Starmer's getting into gear at last. He needs to push those trade deals fast, though - all these empty promises since May are killing people's confidence in his party. Not gonna sugarcoat it but if he doesn't deliver the goods, Labour's gonna get hammered come election time...
 
🤯 finally someone's talking sense about Brexit 🙄 we've been stuck in this mess for ages and it's like no one knows what they're doing... I mean, how hard can it be to negotiate a trade deal with our old mates in the EU?!? 😂 Starmer needs to pull out all the stops if he wants to make any real progress here, but I've got faith that he'll get there eventually 🤞 and let's not forget about those GDP growth numbers - 2% is nothing to sneeze at! 💸 it's time for some real action, no more dilly-dallying 🕰️
 
starmer finally stepping up his game 🙌, 1 year in and no progress? that's a major fail 🤦‍♂️, but this new bill could be the start of something good 💡, especially if they get those SPS and energy agreements done 📝. let's hope he doesn't get cold feet now that it's time to deliver 🔒. 2% GDP boost is no joke 💸, especially for regions like yorkshire and the north-east who've been hit hard by brexit 😔. gotta keep pushing for single market access or rejoining the eu, but not at any cost 🚫. this is a chance for starmer to show he's more than just a politician 🤝, let's see him make it happen 💪.
 
🙄 Can we just get some real progress on these Brexit plans already? I mean, months go by and nothing changes 🕰️. It's like they're just going through the motions here. And don't even get me started on how slow the EU is 🤯. We need concrete steps forward, not just empty promises 📝.

I'm excited to see if Starmer can deliver on some of these promises, but we need to be real about the timeline 🕒. 2% GDP growth boost sounds great, but where's the plan for getting there? And what about the costs and risks involved in rejoining the EU or getting closer alignment? We're not just talking about a simple agreement here, this is a huge overhaul of the entire economy 💸.

I'm not naive to think it'll be easy though 😅. The UK and EU have had their differences for years, but we need to start thinking about what's best for both parties 🤝. Maybe Starmer can bring some fresh eyes to the table and help us get back on track 🔜. Fingers crossed 🤞!
 
🤔 I'm not sure why Starmer feels like he has to explain everything... Like, isn't it obvious that a decent deal would help people? 🤑 A 2% GDP boost from better trade and cooperation is no joke, especially when it could mean more jobs and investment in areas outside of London. We need to see some real action on this, not just empty promises 💼
 
🌱 I think Keir Starmer's plan to fix Brexit is a total game changer 💡, like, finally someone's taking the UK's post-Brexit woes seriously 🙏! We've been waiting for ages for some real progress on food standards and energy trading, and it's about time we see some concrete action 📝. I'm loving that he's thinking beyond just Phase 1 stuff too 🔥, let's talk about aligning our industries and professional qualifications 🤝... this could be huge for GDP growth 💸! Not to mention, it'll have a major impact on living standards, especially in the Midlands and up north 👍. Let's hope we don't get stuck in a repeat of past "impossible" scenarios 😒, but I think Starmer's got this 🙏. Bring on the legislative groundwork and let's see some real progress 🔴!
 
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