Gina Miller: UK's next leader needs EU ties plan post-Brexit

Businesswoman and Brexit campaigner Gina Miller has called for the United Kingdom's next leader to present a clear strategy for the country's relationship with the European Union. Speaking after Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation, Miller expressed her hope for a new leader with a defined plan for future ties with Brussels.

Miller, known for her legal challenges against the Conservative governments of Theresa May and Boris Johnson regarding Brexit, stated her disappointment with Starmer's cautious approach. She advocated for a bolder move towards alignment with the EU, suggesting a 'Swiss-type agreement' that could grant deeper access to the EU's single market. However, she acknowledged that such agreements have been previously rejected by the EU and that current political bandwidth might be limited for such discussions.

Reflecting on her past legal battles, Miller emphasized the importance of parliamentary sovereignty and transparency in any future negotiations or potential realignment with the EU. She noted a resurgence of the threats and abuse she faced during her previous challenges, attributing it to renewed political focus on Brexit and the rise of anti-EU sentiment from parties like Reform UK.

Miller also commented on the economic impact of Brexit, citing estimates that the UK economy has been damaged by approximately 5% of GDP. While acknowledging the deep divisions Brexit has caused, she identified increased political engagement as a potential positive outcome, though she lamented the lack of courageous politicians willing to discuss the difficult choices ahead.