Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 3hThe UK needed to "consider the options" for its relationship with the EU as "where we are isn't good enough". Burnham www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukBrexit referendum 'possible' in Labour election manifesto, says Andy BurnhamThe PM says a referendum wouldn't be the right thing now but the UK needs to consider its options for the future. 190
Reposted by Graham SimpsonFarrukh @implausibleblog.bsky.social · 12hPresident Macron, "Brexit has cost the UK 8% of GDP.. Brexit is the biggest lie of the last 30 years" My view: Brexit was sold as a route to greater prosperity: less bureaucracy, more money, new trade opportunities Instead, Britain put new barriers between itself and its largest trading market. 19732224
Reposted by Graham SimpsonEuropean Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 4h"What is our long term relationship with Europe? It's the right question to ask." 22715
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 4hElectoral/constitutional reform, rejoin the EU, a national care service, devolution of resources and power from Westminster, public control of essential utilities, empowerment of communities and ensuring no one is enslaved by poverty, ignorance, or conformity. If they back it, vote for it! 0206
Reposted by Graham SimpsonNaomi Smith @pimlicat.bsky.social · 4hThis is what a confident Government does - engages with civil society in a meaningful way www.theguardian.com/politics/202...theguardian.comNo 10 gathering evidence on public support for rejoining the EUSenior Downing Street officials reach out to thinktanks and pollsters as they look to test backing for reversing Brexit 512426
Reposted by Graham SimpsonPeter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 4h'Brexit in its current form has caused more harm than good and I think around 60% of the British public now hold that view' Andy Burnham says rejoining the EU could be among options the government could examine to reshape the UK's long-term relationship with Europe 1224549
Reposted by Graham SimpsonVikki Slade MP @vikkislademp.bsky.social · 4hSuch a dignified woman who will not be forgotten We will continue to champion the right to choose in her name and in that of others who have campaigned so hard for this Separately, I remember her incredible work for Childline which will have supported and potentially saved so many young lives 02410
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 4hShe should have been allowed to go in the manner and time of her own choosing. @dignityindying.org.uk www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cq...bbc.co.ukDame Esther Rantzen dies aged 86Her family paid tribute to her in a statement calling her the "most wonderful mother" and a "cherished grandmother". 1200
Reposted by Graham SimpsonMake Votes Matter @makevotesmatter.bsky.social · 6h"Speaking on a panel for Make Votes Matter in May, Sir John also highlighted the unfairness of the current system where a party can win many votes but still come away with very few seats."independent.co.ukPolling guru John Curtice favourite to lead PM’s first-past-the-post voting reviewThe polling guru is Britain’s best known an most trusted polling expert 02110
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 13h🇬🇧 + 🇪🇺 👍 www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/...bbc.co.ukAndy Burnham says UK could go 'all the way' towards rejoining EUAndy Burnham says rejoining the EU is among options the government could look at - telling the BBC the current Brexit settlement has caused "more harm than good". 0181
Reposted by Graham SimpsonLabour4PR 🌹🗳️ @labour4pr.bsky.social · 15h"We've had a decade of turbulence in our politics and I think that has stopped Britain moving forward. If we look to the next decade I think we need to show that we can have a better politics, more about problem solving than point scoring" 🎙️ @andyburnham.bsky.social 🌹 #Labour4PR #R4Today 12614
Reposted by Graham SimpsonEuropean Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 13h"We could stay as we are if people think that’s the right place to stay, we could look at the customs union or the single market, or we could go all the way." Andy Burnham set out the options for our future with the European Union on Radio 4 this morning. 3409
Reposted by Graham SimpsonEuropean Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 14h"Let’s be clear about where we want Britain to go in the next decade. I am very clear, and I will say this bluntly, Brexit has caused more harm than good." Andy Burnham on Radio 4 says all options are on the table when it comes to a closer relationship with the EU. 14212
Reposted by Graham SimpsonTim Bale @timbale.bsky.social · 14hI was looking for transcript and I found a transcript. (But, heaven knows, I'm not necessarily miserable now).labourlist.orgAndy Burnham addresses party conference for the first time as Prime Minister - his speech in full - LabourListAndy Burnham delivered a landmark and emotional Labour conference speech, outlining his vision for Britain 3195
Reposted by Graham SimpsonSimon Nixon @nixonsimon.bsky.social · 15hGreat that Burnham is looking at options to recast Britain’s relationship with the EU and undo the damage of Brexit. But he will surely soon find that there is only one option that works for Britain politically, economically and strategically. 69733
Reposted by Graham SimpsonUnlock Democracy @unlockdemocracy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026A year ago this week, Andy Burnham told a Labour Conference event that ‘PR is an idea whose time has come.’ Now, as Prime Minister, he has kickstarted the process to deliver it. A huge moment for everyone who believes in fair votes! Time is running out on First Past the Post. 22912
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 17hMove to rejoin EU among options for UK, says Burnham - Labour, Lib Dems, Greens, SNP, Plaid are all talking about rejoining. Let’s make it an unstoppable force! The right thing for the UK and Europe! @europeanmovement.co.uk www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukMove to rejoin EU among options for UK, says Andy BurnhamThe prime minister tells the BBC the current Brexit settlement has caused "more harm than good". 013034
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The Mail says ‘voting reform that could lock Right out of power’ - Only if they don’t win a majority! 5121
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The Tories and Reform team up - Who would have guessed? 🤔 2181
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026By linking Brexit, voting reform and public services, the prime minister made a powerful, personal pitch for a brighter future | Editorial www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...theguardian.comThe Guardian view on Andy Burnham: grounds to hope for a better Britain | EditorialEditorial: By linking Brexit, voting reform and public services, the prime minister made a powerful, personal pitch for a brighter future 1133
Reposted by Graham SimpsonYouGov @yougov.co.uk · 29/09/2026SNAP POLL / By 48% to 28%, Britons support Andy Burnham's proposal to change the triple lock in order to help fund part of a national care service yougov.com/en-gb/daily-... yougov.com/en-gb/daily-... yougov.com/en-gb/daily-... 926992
Reposted by Graham SimpsonDavid Ward @davidjward.bsky.social · 29/09/2026In 2022 I was privileged to move successful conference motion on electoral reform & scrapping first past the post. In front row as I came off podium was @andyburnham who kindly told me I had made a great speech. Today his leadership has given hope for a new democracy & fair votes 112
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Big news from Labour Conference: the PM has announced the government's plan to scrap first past the post. Seats that match votes would change British politics for good, but only if it happens. I've added my name. Join me? action.electoral-reform.org.uk/page/201578/...action.electoral-reform.org.ukThe PM used his big speech to promise to fix Westminster's broken voting system.We've heard promises before. I've signed to make sure this one is kept. It takes 30 seconds 12331106
Reposted by Graham SimpsonJo Rothery @jorothery.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Progressive alliances are the way forward in these times, and can definitely work 😃. 071
Reposted by Graham SimpsonEuropean Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 29/09/2026Andy Burnham says he will set out options for Britain’s long-term relationship with Europe, and seek consensus on the way forward. This is positive progress. The UK–EU summit is an opportunity to give Britain a clearer direction and build a stronger relationship with our European partners. 34413
Reposted by Graham SimpsonLabour4PR 🌹🗳️ @labour4pr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026💥 BREAKING: @andyburnham.bsky.social just announced that the Government will launch a National Commission on Electoral Reform 📰 Press release: www.labourforanewdemocracy.org.uk/news/burnham... 🌹 #Labour4PR #Lab26 24735
Reposted by Graham SimpsonLabour4PR 🌹🗳️ @labour4pr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026"This is a historic moment in British politics. This is the start of something very, very different" 💬 Laura Parker responding to today's announcement of a National Commission on Electoral Reform on behalf of the campaign 🌹 #Labour4PR #Lab26 02613
Reposted by Graham SimpsonMake Votes Matter @makevotesmatter.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Today's announcement marks the beginning of the end of First Past the Post. To everyone who has contributed to our movement over the years: we can't thank you enough. Now let's push PR over the finish line 💪💯 A message from our CEO @emmacampaigner.bsky.social: 316665
Reposted by Graham SimpsonNaomi Smith @pimlicat.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The PM will set out options for our EU relationship. We will be there, making the case strongly, with evidence, and clearly, for the option of membership. But we will need your help. There's never been a more crucial time to support our work bestforbritain.org/fundraising/...bestforbritain.orgHelp us Fight to Restore our EU Membership - Best for Britain 311427
Reposted by Graham SimpsonEuropean Movement UK @europeanmovement.co.uk · 29/09/2026Andy Burnham is right to say it plainly: Brexit has done more harm than good. We welcome his honesty. It’s time to be just as clear about the future we want with Europe. 46824
Reposted by Graham SimpsonLabour4PR 🌹🗳️ @labour4pr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026“Today I am announcing a new National Commission on Electoral Reform. I invite all the political parties to be part of its work. We will contest the next election with a manifesto commitment to change the electoral system” 💬 @andyburnham.bsky.social 🌹 #Labour4PR 14925
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Burnham has just promised a national care service, electoral reform, public control over water/energy, a new deal for young people, a closer relationship with the EU. I’m a @libdems.org.uk but I’m also a believer in a progressive alliance to solve our common problems. Let’s do it together! 910219
Reposted by Graham SimpsonRob Ford @robfordmancs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Electoral reform: “I hear you, I agree with you, and today I am announcing a new national commission on electoral reform.” Biggest opportunity to reform FPP in perhaps a century has now arrived. But long way to go… 612721
Reposted by Graham SimpsonMake Votes Matter @makevotesmatter.bsky.social · 29/09/2026💥BREAKING: Andy Burnham announces a National Commission on Electoral Reform. This is a historic moment. The era of First Past the Post is coming to an end. It's time to transform politics and make all votes count. It's time for Proportional Representation. 24510133
Reposted by Graham SimpsonNaomi Smith @pimlicat.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Ahead of the PM's speech, this is a handy FAQ bestforbritain.org/why-eu-membe...bestforbritain.orgFAQ: Why EU membership might win Labour the next election - Best for BritainCommitting to EU membership could be the difference between a Labour-led and Reform-led government at the next election. 1185
Reposted by Graham SimpsonMake Votes Matter @makevotesmatter.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Andy Burnham is expected to mention electoral reform in his speech today. As we wait to hear what he says, let’s be clear: this moment wouldn’t be happening without the grassroots movement that has spent years making the case for change. Thank you for being part of it. 53812
Reposted by Graham SimpsonLabour4PR 🌹🗳️ @labour4pr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026"Andy Burnham is expected to announce that he will push ahead with plans for electoral reform in his first conference speech as Labour leader" "One option open to Burnham is a new National Commission for Electoral Reform, an idea he endorsed at last year’s party conference" 🌹 #Labour4PRtheguardian.comAndy Burnham expected to say he will push ahead with electoral reform plansExclusive: Labour conference speech will kick off process that could replace current system with proportional representation 23010
Reposted by Graham SimpsonNaomi Smith @pimlicat.bsky.social · 29/09/2026WHOOOP!!!!! This is VERY welcome news - PM will announce a process to introduce PR for Westminster elections: www.theguardian.com/politics/202...theguardian.comAndy Burnham expected to say he will push ahead with electoral reform plansExclusive: Labour conference speech will kick off process that could replace current system with proportional representation 1836565
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026More evidence of Russian meddling in British politics including Brexit. 47039
Reposted by Graham SimpsonMrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Norway produces more oil than Venezuela. And yet, between January and August 2026, electric vehicles made up 97.8 percent of all new cars sold in that country. Moving to EVs is often based on intelligence, not need. Which is why it lags in the notoriously short-sighted and stupid United States. 530146413578
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 28/09/2026‘Great’ British Grid; ‘Great’ British Rail - This boosterism which started under Johnson is becoming ridiculous! Why not just call them British Grid or British Rail? 7271
Reposted by Graham SimpsonMake Votes Matter @makevotesmatter.bsky.social · 28/09/2026As @alexsobel.co.uk said: “we are closer now to this change than we have ever been in the history of this country." We didn't get here by accident, but thanks to the tireless work of a grassroots movement up and down the country. We now have a real opportunity to make history. Let's seize it.leftfootforward.orgUK is closer than ever to getting proportional representation, Labour MP claims"Folks, we are nearly there" 13221
Reposted by Graham SimpsonJohn Kampfner @johnkampfner.bsky.social · 28/09/2026johnkampfner.substack.com/p/the-rights...johnkampfner.substack.comThe right’s about to go even more extremeThe lesson Europe has learnt from the AfD 101
Graham Simpson @grahambs.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Brexiters continue to be ‘furious’ - Their anger is all they have now… 48479114