Burnham to push for new post-Brexit deals at EU summit

At an upcoming EU summit, Burnham plans to advocate for new post‑Brexit agreements between the United Kingdom and the European Union. The move comes amid internal criticism from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, who accused the prime minister of “un‑picking” the existing UK‑EU deal. Badenoch’s remarks highlight tensions within the governing party over the handling of Brexit arrangements, while Burnham’s push signals a desire to renegotiate aspects of the relationship with the EU. Observers note that any fresh proposals will need to address trade, regulatory alignment and security cooperation, areas that have proved contentious since the UK left the bloc. The prime minister’s approach, according to Badenoch, risks undermining the credibility of the original withdrawal agreement.