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The Guardian’s Perspective on Sir Keir Starmer’s EU Strategy: Potential Hurdles for Labour’s Future Progress

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December 4, 2024
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When navigating the complexities of European Union relations, Downing Street seems to operate under the belief that sometimes, no news is good news. When he was in opposition, Keir Starmer believed maintaining a low profile on European matters would be politically advantageous, especially to avoid stirring pro-Brexit sentiments among swing voters. Now, with a strong majority in hand, Labour leaders see little reason to overtly display a strong affection for Europe.

The prime minister’s upcoming speech on Thursday is expected to highlight the government’s key priorities, which align with what voters care about the most. While technical tweaks to EU trade aren’t topping that list, they play a crucial role in the broader goal of boosting economic growth.

Governments can juggle behind-the-scenes objectives alongside more visible goals. Sir Keir’s vision for a “reset” in EU relations, beginning with a security pact and eventually addressing economic issues, can proceed smoothly without constant public updates from Downing Street—up to a point.

However, keeping things under wraps does have its drawbacks. Clearly defined priorities energize the governmental machinery, which often neglects tasks not marked as urgent. Progress is faster on issues that visibly capture Sir Keir’s interest, whereas the absence of pressure elsewhere might hinder strategic planning.

This approach’s shortcomings are already evident in the EU reset strategy. Simply having the Conservatives out of power changes negotiation dynamics, with European nations and Brussels officials welcoming dialogue with ministers who respect the EU project.

Yet, this goodwill may be fading because Sir Keir’s administration seems stuck at the stage of general aspirations, without clear goals. There remains a suspicion that deep-seated Euroscepticism in British politics, especially in the right-wing media, might overpower Labour’s pro-European inclinations.

Take the government’s hesitation to discuss a potential youth mobility scheme. It’s surprising, given its appeal to young British voters. However, fear of it being misrepresented as a return to pre-Brexit free movement stifles discussion.

The Brexit saga from the EU’s perspective was fraught with British misunderstandings about EU principles, complicating Theresa May’s attempts to advocate her deal. Treating compromises as hostile made concessions less appealing.

If Sir Keir’s government appears too wary of domestic anti-European sentiment, the EU may doubt the value of negotiations and shift focus elsewhere. The UK can’t afford delays in rekindling European ties. With Donald Trump potentially returning to the White House soon, and possibly pursuing more protectionist trade policies, Sir Keir will face tough strategic decisions. When discretion is no longer an option, the prime minister might wish he had publicly championed pro-European arguments earlier.

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