James Forsyth James Forsyth

PMQs gets interesting as Tory Eurosceptics coordinate their activities

A rare event at PMQs as Jeremy Corbyn went on the economy. The Labour leader had some well-crafted questions but rather spoiled things by confusing the IMF and the IFS, enabling Theresa May to declare that it is a good job she stands at the government despatch box and he sits on the opposition front bench. May gave little away, as is her wont, but Corbyn again went on social care — which is, obviously, an area where Labour think they can make political advances.

A couple of Tory Eurosceptics asked May about reciprocal rights for UK and EU citizens respectively and the refusal of the EU to engage on this point. May wouldn’t take the bait on this. But she did indicate that she still hopes that this issue can be dealt with soon after Article 50 is invoked. However, it is striking that Tory Eurosceptics are now clearly coordinating their activities.

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