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EU elections definitely going ahead

Given what's happening it's not really a surprise. Mrs May seems to have lost control of the situation but, more worryingly, seems to be in denial of that fact. Changing the Tory leader at this stage doesn't seem helpful either unless it's someone who can negotiate a compromise with Labour - but that seems unlikely? So a second referendum or general election might be the only way forward?https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-48188951

Michael Ixer ● 2745d8 Comments

It's good news that these elections for UK MEPs will take place, if nothing else than to show everyone that the EU is indeed a democratic institution, despite what (elected) Farage says. It is important that we use this opportunity to vote for parties/people who will truly work in our best interests in the EU parliament.

Clare Noeken ● 2745d

Yes it was announced on LBC at 4o'clock and it's been discussed. Coincidently I received aBrexit communication leaflet in the post this morning so it appears to be full steam ahead for Farage. I'm sure Labour won't do a deal with May, why would they help to keep the Tories in power? The two parties have been playing a dangerous game and now it's gone too far, and they face humiliation in the EU elections. Corbyn doesn't want a 2nd referendum even though many of his MPs are pushing for one so I think a GE would be more likely. The 1922 Committee is believed to be meeting right now.

Sue Hammond ● 2745d

Will be interesting to see the turnout. One assumes at least the 15million + remainers calling for a 2nd referendum will turnout. Lets see

Andy Pike ● 2745d

And why not the 17.4 million leave voters requesting their vote counts?  I think it is high time we all stopped talking about division and started considering first and foremost the benefits/interests for the country.  And by this I wholeheartedly mean a considered and informed vote.Will this happen at the EU elections or the next whatever election we have?  Who knows! I wish I had a magic wand!After 5 blissful days in the Pyrenees, where everybody spoke more than one language, when everyone was incredibly polite and welcoming, returning to the divided UK is rather sad and depressing.

Ivonne Holliday ● 2745d

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/rage-of-dismayed-tories-threatens-backlash-in-key-marginal-a4136971.html

Adrian Pearce ● 2744d

A very good article Adrian. It was interesting to read views from local people.  Lovely.

Ivonne Holliday ● 2744d

Last bit of the article... and according to Brexiters, this is not even possible, apart in Remoaners’ dreams:  “Some voters have yet to find any party they are prepared to trust. Amy Lee, 28, on maternity leave from her job in insurance, voted Leave but is horrified at how Brexit has turned out, and confused about who to vote for on May 23.“I don’t have a clue. I voted to leave and now with everything that’s happened, I would probably if I had a choice choose to remain.” She grimaced: “We had no idea what a mess it would be.””Shock horror! She changed her mind!

James G Francis ● 2744d

So, a confused woman might have changed her mind? Wow what a literary scoop!

Sue Hammond ● 2744d