Scottish Labour's leaders cannot keep blaming Westminster for the collapse at the ballot box, says VINCE MILLS
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What a different kind of customs union could look like under Labour
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JEREMY CORBYN in his speech of 26 February called for “a” customs union with the EU.
This should involve, he said, tariff-free access to the EU and incorporate all progressive EU legislation that defended workers’ rights, equalities, environmental protection and health.
On the other hand, it should not be subject to EU regulations that would prevent Labour’s ambitious plans for industrial regeneration, including state aid, the proactive use of public procurement or, where appropriate, comprehensive public ownership of public utilities.
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