Exiting the European Union Debate

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Department: Cabinet Office

Exiting the European Union

Graham P Jones Excerpts
Monday 10th December 2018

(5 years, 4 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Theresa May Portrait The Prime Minister
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I have given an answer in relation to the people’s vote on a number of occasions. Some 17.4 million people voted to leave the European Union. She cites her constituent; there are many other constituents who, having voted to remain, would now vote to leave the European Union, because they believe it is important for Government and Parliament to deliver on the referendum.

Graham P Jones Portrait Graham P. Jones (Hyndburn) (Lab)
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Prime Minister, was this the easiest deal in history?

Theresa May Portrait The Prime Minister
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I think if the hon. Gentleman looks back on the various statements I have made about tough negotiations and difficult choices being made, he will know the answer to that question.