Debate on Europe letting British business down

North West manufacturers are calling on the Prime Minister to hold good his promise of leading a proper, informed debate about Britain’s relationship with the EU.

Making the call ahead of the vote on an amendment in Parliament on an EU referendum, EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation believes the current debate is ‘letting British business down’ with politicians making claims that the EU isn’t working for Britain rather than focussing on how to make it work better.

Instead, EEF is urging the Prime Minister to lead a debate which will provide an informed choice for British businesses, those working for them and, current and potential investors.

Commenting, David Ost, EEF North West Region Director, said: “Our future relationship with Europe is crucial for British business, those who work for them and those companies considering investing here. They deserve better than our politicians past and present lining up to say things aren’t working and that a vote is needed now.

“We need a debate based, as far as possible, on evidence to help the British public make an informed choice about what they could gain from a reformed Europe.

“In January the Prime Minister promised to promote the benefits of the Single Market and work with like-minded states in Europe to create a union focused on growth, competitiveness and job creation. Whatever their views, the rest of his party must commit themselves 100% to this approach for the benefit of Britain.”