Did Brexit just make Britain more European?

Yes, we're talking the UK/EU trade deal, with Christine Quigley

This week on Craft Politics, Percy and I untangle the landmark UK–EU trade and defence deal that’s being hyped as the biggest reset since Brexit. But is it a meaningful shift—or just another half-step wrapped in headlines?

To sort it all out, we’re joined by our Labour colleague Christine Quigley, a seasoned political strategist and proud Remainer, who brings a fresh perspective to the show. We dive into:

🇬🇧 What this new agreement actually includes (yes, British sausages are back on the EU menu)

⚖️ The political balancing act Keir Starmer must pull off between urban Europhiles and working-class Brexit voters

🌍 Why this deal matters for Canada—and how it might complicate future trade with the UK

🎯 The growing Reform Party threat and what it says about voter trust in mainstream politics

🧠 And a spicy take: Has Brexit ironically made Britain more European?

Plus:

🥊 Christine and Andrew trade polite jabs across the Brexit divide

🇨🇦 I explain why Canadians love the idea of being European—but not the trade-offs

🧀 And we ask: What is Canada willing to give up to strike new trade deals? Spoiler: probably not dairy.

Enjoy!