We won. The council has officially adopted the declaration and our city is taking the right path forward.
December 12, 2019
Final supporters
It is now 3 years since the European Union referendum and yet the country still remains acutely divided on whether the UK should remain in the EU or not. We need to find a way of healing that division and developing a shared vision for the future of our country. For the city of York the implications of leaving the EU, particularly without a deal, are alarming.
We believe that everyone carefully cast their vote in the 2016 Referendum, for the best interests of their families, their community and the country; however came to different conclusions. We therefore need to find a way forward, not least as the political context has changed considerably since then.
We are deeply concerned at the impact that taking the UK out of the European Union will have, not least on jobs, our environment, our peace and security and our rights. In the light of global uncertainty and the climate crisis, domestic economic risk and uncertainty for EU citizens who currently live in the UK, or UK citizens who currently live elsewhere in the EU, we believe that remaining in the EU and working to reform the operation of the EU is in our country’s best interest.
We further believe that remaining in the EU is important for York as a city.
York has welcomed many EU citizens to live and work across our city, and this has brought real social and economic benefit to York. Whether studying in York, working in the NHS, public services or business in the city or supporting our community, we believe that all EU citizens should have the opportunity to remain in York and share the rights that we all enjoy as they contribute and belong to our city.
As a member of the EU the UK gains the benefits of membership of the Single Market, the Customs Union and other European agencies. These ensure the free movement of goods and services and set high safety standards for consumers and the protection of the environment. Importing goods from countries where standards fall far below those that we have come to expect will drive standards down here in the UK. This will result in more goods being flown or shipped greater distances and will add to the UK’s carbon footprint, further jeopardising our environment.
As a member of the EU we have a voice in shaping the future of Europe and the UK. Like all political institutions, we believe that the EU is not perfect, and are therefore committed to reforming the EU, which is now the central focus of the European Union.
We conclude that the benefits of staying in the EU and being part of the change far exceed those of leaving and we will campaign to secure the UK’s future within the EU. We will work together to campaign against a ‘no deal’ scenario, and while we will campaign to remain in the EU, we believe that the people of York should have a final say.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
October 29, 2019
October 21, 2019
The momentum is undeniable. This level of support proves how much our city cares about our future.
Reached 100 supporters
October 13, 2019
72 Comments
I very much like the idea of combined approach of the main political parties in York. The declaration is also thoughtfully put together and has my full support. One concern is that in the event of a People's Vote,, the peddling of inaccurate statements will again bring about the same outcome. This worries me.
If we leave the EU the universities will lose, as will the National Centre for Early Music - one of York's most important institutions.
Important to keep listening to all who voted and those who genuinely wished to exit the EU. Vital to build bridges and keep faith with democracy.
As owners and founders of The English Language Centre in New Street, my husband and I know at first hand the immense value of our links and close bonds with Europe .
York voted Remain by a sizeable majority in 2016. What we have learned since confirms that York's best interests are served by continuing to be part of the EU. The York Remain Alliance will give weight to the argument for remaining in the EU and bring all those who represent York or live and work here a place to add their voice in support.
The UK will never be as united, as open for business and as internationally respected as it is as a member of the European Union.
The referendum and drive for Brexit has been hugely damaging to York, and to the whole of the UK. We must stop Brexit, so that we can move on to the issues underlaying the leave vote in the referendum. Without the EU it will be harder to deal with the climate crisis, to have the economy that will allow us to reverse the cuts to our schools and protect our NHS, and to rebuild our fractured society. 63% of York’s exports go to the EU, the highest proportion across our county, so jobs are at risk locally. Families who face been torn apart by the Government making EU citizens bargaining chips. 1,300 nurses from the EU applied to work here in the month before the referendum. Within the year that monthly figure had dropped to just 46, leaving one in ten nursing posts vacant. The Prime Minister might have made vague election promises to suspend fracking, but it's EU environmental regulation that we really need to protect us from the practice. We all know that the referendum was won on false promises (all that extra money for the NHS?), illegal election practices (The Electoral Commission leveled a record fine, but can't cancel the result of a 'non-binding' vote) and outright lies (An EU Army?!?) It's time to call a stop to it. James Blanchard, Liberal Democrat candidate for York Central
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We won. The council has officially adopted the declaration and our city is taking the right path forward.
December 12, 2019
Final supporters
It is now 3 years since the European Union referendum and yet the country still remains acutely divided on whether the UK should remain in the EU or not. We need to find a way of healing that division and developing a shared vision for the future of our country. For the city of York the implications of leaving the EU, particularly without a deal, are alarming.
We believe that everyone carefully cast their vote in the 2016 Referendum, for the best interests of their families, their community and the country; however came to different conclusions. We therefore need to find a way forward, not least as the political context has changed considerably since then.
We are deeply concerned at the impact that taking the UK out of the European Union will have, not least on jobs, our environment, our peace and security and our rights. In the light of global uncertainty and the climate crisis, domestic economic risk and uncertainty for EU citizens who currently live in the UK, or UK citizens who currently live elsewhere in the EU, we believe that remaining in the EU and working to reform the operation of the EU is in our country’s best interest.
We further believe that remaining in the EU is important for York as a city.
York has welcomed many EU citizens to live and work across our city, and this has brought real social and economic benefit to York. Whether studying in York, working in the NHS, public services or business in the city or supporting our community, we believe that all EU citizens should have the opportunity to remain in York and share the rights that we all enjoy as they contribute and belong to our city.
As a member of the EU the UK gains the benefits of membership of the Single Market, the Customs Union and other European agencies. These ensure the free movement of goods and services and set high safety standards for consumers and the protection of the environment. Importing goods from countries where standards fall far below those that we have come to expect will drive standards down here in the UK. This will result in more goods being flown or shipped greater distances and will add to the UK’s carbon footprint, further jeopardising our environment.
As a member of the EU we have a voice in shaping the future of Europe and the UK. Like all political institutions, we believe that the EU is not perfect, and are therefore committed to reforming the EU, which is now the central focus of the European Union.
We conclude that the benefits of staying in the EU and being part of the change far exceed those of leaving and we will campaign to secure the UK’s future within the EU. We will work together to campaign against a ‘no deal’ scenario, and while we will campaign to remain in the EU, we believe that the people of York should have a final say.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
October 29, 2019
October 21, 2019
The momentum is undeniable. This level of support proves how much our city cares about our future.
Reached 100 supporters
October 13, 2019
72 Comments
The UK always benefits from working with other countries; peace, trade, the environment, public health, human rights - all depend on international co-operation. So why distance our country from its nearest neighbours?
I very much like the idea of combined approach of the main political parties in York. The declaration is also thoughtfully put together and has my full support. One concern is that in the event of a People's Vote,, the peddling of inaccurate statements will again bring about the same outcome. This worries me.
If we leave the EU the universities will lose, as will the National Centre for Early Music - one of York's most important institutions.
Important to keep listening to all who voted and those who genuinely wished to exit the EU. Vital to build bridges and keep faith with democracy.
As owners and founders of The English Language Centre in New Street, my husband and I know at first hand the immense value of our links and close bonds with Europe .
York voted Remain by a sizeable majority in 2016. What we have learned since confirms that York's best interests are served by continuing to be part of the EU. The York Remain Alliance will give weight to the argument for remaining in the EU and bring all those who represent York or live and work here a place to add their voice in support.
The UK will never be as united, as open for business and as internationally respected as it is as a member of the European Union.
The referendum and drive for Brexit has been hugely damaging to York, and to the whole of the UK. We must stop Brexit, so that we can move on to the issues underlaying the leave vote in the referendum. Without the EU it will be harder to deal with the climate crisis, to have the economy that will allow us to reverse the cuts to our schools and protect our NHS, and to rebuild our fractured society. 63% of York’s exports go to the EU, the highest proportion across our county, so jobs are at risk locally. Families who face been torn apart by the Government making EU citizens bargaining chips. 1,300 nurses from the EU applied to work here in the month before the referendum. Within the year that monthly figure had dropped to just 46, leaving one in ten nursing posts vacant. The Prime Minister might have made vague election promises to suspend fracking, but it's EU environmental regulation that we really need to protect us from the practice. We all know that the referendum was won on false promises (all that extra money for the NHS?), illegal election practices (The Electoral Commission leveled a record fine, but can't cancel the result of a 'non-binding' vote) and outright lies (An EU Army?!?) It's time to call a stop to it. James Blanchard, Liberal Democrat candidate for York Central
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The UK always benefits from working with other countries; peace, trade, the environment, public health, human rights - all depend on international co-operation. So why distance our country from its nearest neighbours?