Alan Johnson MP, Chair of Labour In for Britain, responding to the decision by the Communications Workers Union to remain in the EU, said:

“It is great to have my former Union, the Communications Workers Union, backing the campaign to keep Britain in the European Union.

“As a former postman and CWU General Secretary, I know the vital difference that Union members can make to this campaign.

“The decision by CWU members highlights the unity of the Labour movement with all the biggest affiliated Unions now campaigning for Britain to remain in the European Union.

“Labour is united in campaigning for Britain to remain in Europe because of the jobs, growth and investment and protections for British workers and consumers that depend on our EU membership.”