Former EU Brexit negotiators and officials have cautioned that the United Kingdom should not expect any return to the European Union to come with the special conditions it previously enjoyed, stressing that a future membership bid would be treated under standard rules. The comments come amid renewed political discussion in Britain about a potential long-term return to the bloc, with senior Labour figures openly debating the possibility of rejoining at some stage.

Britain likely to face ‘warm, welcoming stance’ if it seeks re-entry but also a ‘hard-headed one’ – with no special deals

Former EU Brexit negotiators and officials have cautioned that the United Kingdom should not expect any return to the European Union to come with the special conditions it…