Alan Johnson MP, Chair of the Labour In For Britain campaign, commenting on reports that David Cameron is expected to give Ministers permission to campaign to leave the EU, said:

“While the Tories are divided on Europe, Labour is clear that Britain’s national interest is best served by campaigning for Britain to stay in the EU. Our place in the world and our economic future are far more important than any internal Conservative issues or jockeying for position in a post-David Cameron leadership contest.  Labour will campaign clearly and firmly for a vote to remain in the EU.”