Burnham seeks 'honest discussion' on EU free movement ahead of November summit

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he wants an open public debate about returning to free movement with the EU, as he weighs options ahead of a Brussels summit on 20 November. Those options range from the customs union or single market to rejoining the bloc outright, though he rules out Schengen and the euro, and Labour's manifesto red lines mean major change probably waits until after the next election. The move shows Britain debating whether to hand back some sovereignty to Brussels, a possible step in the wider pull of nations toward a more integrated Europe.