Shevaun Haviland, director general of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), has publicly urged Andy Burnham to make the repair of Brexit-related economic damage a primary focus of his administration. Haviland’s comments follow indications that the government may be willing to revisit certain aspects of the UK’s current relationship with the European Union.

According to the BCC, the existing trading framework established post-Brexit is creating significant friction for British businesses. Haviland stated that the organization welcomes the government's openness to re-evaluating these arrangements, despite potential concerns regarding market uncertainty. She emphasized that the current evidence from the business community suggests the existing trade model is not functioning effectively for the private sector. While the government has signaled a potential shift in its approach to EU relations, the specific policy changes remain under discussion as stakeholders push for structural improvements to trade conditions.