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MPs should implement PM's Brexit deal for now, says Labour leader of Barnsley MBC

Labour leader of Barnsley MBC, Sir Steve Houghton, has called on MPs to implement the Prime Minister's Brexit deal for now - with a further referendum to be held in five years' time.

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By Ann McGauran | 25 February 2019

Labour leader of Barnsley MBC, Sir Steve Houghton, has called on MPs to implement Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal for now.

Parliament should 'in return' agree to hold a further referendum in five years' time, he added.

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