In LONDON, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated openness to the possibility of the United Kingdom rejoining the European Union, a notion often referred to as “brejoin.” However, experts believe that STORBRITTANIEN would not be able to selectively choose preferred terms – “pick the raisins out of the cake” – during any future negotiations with the EU. The prospect of a return to the EU comes after a period of economic and political adjustments following Brexit. Any attempt to rejoin would likely face significant hurdles and demands from EU member states. Negotiations would almost certainly not allow STORBRITTANIEN to cherry-pick aspects of EU membership. The situation presents a complex challenge for Burnham’s government as it weighs the benefits and drawbacks of re-engagement with the EU.