Labour's shadow minister Nick Thomas-Symonds has issued a stark warning against relying on Conservative assurances about Brexit, arguing that past Tory promises have repeatedly failed to materialise.
Speaking ahead of key trade negotiations, Thomas-Symonds emphasised the need for robust economic protections, stating: "We cannot simply take the government's word on Brexit outcomes—we've seen too many broken pledges already."
Broken Promises and Economic Risks
The Labour frontbencher highlighted several instances where Conservative Brexit guarantees had fallen short, including unfulfilled trade agreements and worsening economic indicators. "The Tories promised frictionless trade and stronger growth," he noted, "yet businesses face more red tape and families struggle with rising costs."
Labour's Alternative Approach
Thomas-Symonds outlined Labour's strategy for post-Brexit Britain, focusing on:
- Strengthening worker protections in trade deals
- Securing binding commitments on environmental standards
- Establishing independent oversight of Brexit economic impacts
The shadow minister stressed that "blind faith in government rhetoric could leave Britain vulnerable," urging cross-party scrutiny of ongoing negotiations.
