# Ball in UK’s court as EU ambassador says Brussels is ready to engage

https://mins.news/en/item/85880

- The Guardian, 2026-10-05 04:00 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/oct/05/eu-ambassador-uk-interview

> EU ambassador Jukka Salovaara says the UK must first debate and assess its options for the future relationship before Brussels engages. Andy Burnham’s government says the current arrangements are not working and that options including rejoining should be considered. Talks may cover food standards, emissions trading, youth mobility and security.

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