Half of UK wants to rejoin EU and backing it could drive up Labour vote
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- Nearly half of voters support rejoining the EU after the next election, according to a new megapoll.
- Renegotiating EU relations could boost Labour's vote share by up to seven points if a fresh referendum is offered.
- Cabinet ministers urge caution, fearing reopening Brexit divides and potential gains for Reform UK.
- Andy Burnham announced a review of future EU relations, including the option of fully rejoining.
- The poll tested seven EU relationship options, with rejoining most popular (49% in favor), followed by reducing trade barriers (48.2%) and a customs union (47.1%).
- 25.9% of voters want immediate rejoining, while 22.9% prefer it within three years.
- Brexit arguments over immigration control and sovereignty still resonate with voters.
- Downing Street officials are testing public support but worry about reviving Nigel Farage's political fortunes.
- 52.4% of respondents think the UK was wrong to leave the EU, and 54.9% consider Brexit a failure.