Business secretary says UK needs to understand direction of EU before signing up to closer relationship – UK politics live
As a former culture secretary he knows how much Britain’s greatest actors mean to the country, and Sir Patrick was one of the very best.
Key points
- The spokesperson said: The prime minister was very sad to hear of the passing of Sir Patrick Stewart.
- The prime minister has suggested that he wants a public debate on the UK’s partnership with the EU.
- The spokesperson said that was because Andy Burnham feels strongly about the importance of actors.
At the daily lobby briefing, the PM’s spokesperson gave a comment that was a bit more extensive than the usual No 10 contribution when a great British celebrity dies.
The term ‘region’ in an English context typically refers to an area covering between 1.5 and 3 million people.
Additional details
- Just a reminder that when it comes to Wales, we are not comparing like with like.
- Downing Street has paid tribute to Patrick Stewart following the actor’s death.
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