The UK's Eurovision Song Contest entrant, Sam Bartle, known by his stage name Look Mum No Computer, has warned that Labour's push to rejoin the European Union could lead to the country's isolation, similar to the humiliation faced by former Prime Minister Theresa May in 2016. Bartle, who came last in the competition, drew parallels between his experience and May's exclusion from a post-summit dinner during a European Council meteing in Brussels.

The 2016 European Council Dinner Snub

Bartle's comments hark back to a pivotal moment in Brexit history. In 2016, shortly after the UK's referendum to leave the EU, Theresa May was excluded from the post-summit dinner at the European Council meeting in Brussels. While the other 27 EU leaders enjoyed a lavish lobster supper, May was reportedly sent off with a stale baguette and a bag of frites mayonnaise. This incident was seen as a symbolic gesture of the EU's displeasure with the UK's decision to leave .

Challenges of Rejoining the EU

According to the report, rejoining the EU would come with significant challenges. Potential tariffs, loss of control over borders, and fishing quotas are among the issues that the UK would face. Bartle's experience at Eurovision, where he was initially snubbed by the other countries until the Danes took pity on him, serves as a stark reminder of the potential isolation that could come with rejoining the EU.

Labour's EU Rejoin Push

Labour's push to rejoin the EU has been a contentious issue in UK politics . Bartle's comments add a new dimension to the debate, suggesting that rejoining the EU could lead to humiliation and isolation . The report highlights the challenges that the UK would face if it were to rejoin the EU,including potential tariffs and loss of control over borders and fishing quotas.

What's Next for the UK?

The UK's future relationnship with the EU remains uncertain. while Labour's push to rejoin the EU has gained traction, Bartle's comments serve as a warning of the potential consequences. The report suggests that the UK could face humiliation and isolation if it were to rejoin the EU, echoing the experiences of Theresa May and Look Mum No Computer at Eurovision.