# Burnham says ‘win-win’ deal can be agreed between UK and EU

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/burnham-says-win-win-deal-can-be-agreed-between-uk-and-eu/
- Published: 2026-11-13T01:17:58+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-13T09:38:34+00:00
- Original publisher: BBC Politics (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm2l5n07l87vo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Topics: Elections, Europe, Government, Politics, UK, World

## Key points

- Burnham says a UK-EU agreement could benefit both sides.
- A summit is expected to cover food, energy and youth mobility.
- The government estimates annual benefits of £5.1bn.

## Summary

Andy Burnham said he believes the UK and EU can reach a “win-win” agreement that could lower prices, reduce business costs and boost economic growth. His comments come as the government seeks closer ties with the bloc, while ruling out a return to the single market, customs union or free movement before the next general election.

A UK-EU summit on 20 November is expected to address food, energy and youth mobility. The sides have agreed a draft deal to remove post-Brexit checks on food and agricultural exports, with draft proposals also circulated on emissions trading and youth travel and work; the government estimates the agreement could eventually bring £5.1bn in annual benefits. The plans have drawn criticism from Conservatives, while the Liberal Democrats argue closer ties should go further.

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