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Outcomes of the West London Groups evening with Sir Vince Cable, on 30 March 2026

Our evening with Sir Vince Cable at the Atlas pub in Fulham proved to be very popular, with a sell-out audience of 70 people attending, including the leader of the Fulham Council Stephen Cowan.  Following a 20-minute presentation from Sir Vince under Chatham House rules, a lively question and answer session ensued, lasting for well over an hour.  The following notes attempt to capture the main insights that arose from this 

The bigger picture concerning the changing political landscape of England

In the aftermath of May’s local elections in England,  it is time to pause and reflect on what the outcome might mean for the UK’s future, for our future relationship with Europe, and not to mention future general elections.  In short, it is time for our democratic processes to change in response to a new reality. 

European Local Links

A working group of the European Movement is promoting partnerships and twinning between towns in the UK and EU, considered vital to promote close people-to-people links

Support required

The European Movement is currently seeking support for its petition for the UK to rejoin the single market , This relates to a report previously published on Facebook

National Mood
The national mood about EU-UK relations is changing. In April 2026, Best for Britain released a report which caught the attention of media, Westminster and business.  "Support for rejoining the EU rather than simply rejoining the single market is growing among British voters …. 

Labour’s “muted” approach to the issue means it risks losing support among progressive voters and in “red wall” constituencies, experts have said as part of research by Best for Britain... future EU membership is the most popular option for progressive voters. https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/apr/17/half-britons-support-rejoining-eu-10-years-brexit-vote

Best for Britain

Naomi Smith, chief executive of a pro-EU campaign group Best for Britain, said it’s “plain to see little appetite exists for the halfway houses of a customs union or single market entry”. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/brexit-rejoin-eu-britain-starmer-b2960281.html

In a dangerous world, we need to have a serious conversation about Britain’s role in Europe. That’s why a new report from Best for Britain last week is so timely.>>

Marsha de Cordova MP, Labourlist 27/04/26

A social with a twist.
Talking Heads - Living with the Brexit Divide. 
A European Movement Wandsworth (EMWM) event on Wednesday 20 May, 19:00 - 22.00
More information and registration here
Venue:  Wandsworth Quaker Meeting House  
59 Wandsworth High St  London SW18 2PT