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Is a General Election what we really want just now?

https://inews.co.uk/news/brexit/labour-jeremy-corbyn-brexit-deal-plan-general-election-speech/'Jeremy Corbyn has reiterated that Labour would return to Brussels to renegotiate the Brexit deal rather than call a second referendum if elected into power. The Labour leader outlined his party’s alternative plan for a Brexit that aims to focus on protecting workers’ rights and a new customs union. He goaded Theresa May about her deal, saying that if she is “so confident about your deal” she would put it to the public in the form of a general election. Mr Corbyn urged MPs to support him in a vote of no confidence in the Government in order to force the Prime Minister to halt her Brexit plans and allow for the election that Labour wants.'Speaking at a manufacturing plant in Wakefield, he said his party policy in a new election would be to “negotiate urgently with the EU as and when we take office”. The plan involves “a new customs union with a British say in future trade deals; a strong single market relationship; and a guarantee to keep pace with EU rights and standards”. He added: “The alternative deal Labour has proposed is practical and achievable, and clearly has the potential to command majority support in Parliament.”Who is he kidding (other than himself)?

Lucille Grant ● 2862d9 Comments

JC has a dilemma, I think he wants to support the democratic vote of the referendum because his deep held belief has always been that the EU is bad for these socialist beliefs; however, the young people who support him because of his sticking by his principles are predominantly pro remain. I also think it's unlikely many, if any, Tories would join Labour to vote with them in a no confidence vote but if they did JC has also said its manifesto would be based in the will of the party members. Hence, if they wanted revocation of A50, another referendum, etc he can go along with the party's democratic will?

Michael Ixer ● 2862d

The Labour Party is as split as the Tories.  Corbyn is torn two ways himself. Everybody knows he's been anti-EU membership for 30+ years but he is still sitting on the fence about declaring his support (or otherwise) for Brexit. On one hand he risks losing his northern Leavers but on the other hand he will upset the Momentum Mob who endorsed his leadership and want to Remain.  The one definitive thing he's said is that he isn't in favour of a second referendum, so will he have the balls to call for a vote of confidence in the Government?  I don't think so.

Sue Hammond ● 2862d

The political class is just as divided as the electorate. Thus elections won't solve the Brexit issue satisfactory. Let's just hope people don't lose their perspective and keep calm in what could be very turbulent times ahead.....not just in Britain.

Bernard Lopper ● 2862d

Sadly, I think it's true that another referendum or election won't bring closure now. We're probably entering a period of political and economic change where, more than before, chaos theory is best applied: one small event somewhere seemingly inconsequential could have a major global impact ... 😞

Michael Ixer ● 2862d

Sadly, I think it's true that another referendum or election won't bring closure now. We're probably entering a period of political and economic change where, more than before, chaos theory is best applied: one small event somewhere seemingly inconsequential could have a major global impact ... 😞

Michael Ixer ● 2862d

If there is a general election and Corbyn wins, does it mean I am better off not working? Just checking?

Nick Gulliford ● 2862d

I am rather confused here.  There was a no-confidence vote against TM and it lost which means another cannot be "held" for one year.While I think I understand the difference between no confidence vote in the leadership of a party (by his/her party) vs the current government (from the opposition), where do you draw the line?  By definition, the leader of the Conservative Party is Theresa May...Having an election now would be madness.

Ivonne Holliday ● 2862d

I like a bet now again, the Grand National isn’t far off.  But really if someone asked me to bet on the outcome of the next election, I wouldn’t know what to say.

Martine Guy ● 2857d

Yes, yes, vote Boris, once he marries his new squeeze.  He'll be fantastic!!

Bunny Payne ● 2857d