- Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Russia "clearly" interfered in the 2016 Brexit referendum, following briefings he received upon entering Downing Street.
- The revelations mark the first time a sitting prime minister has officially confirmed Kremlin meddling in the vote to leave the European Union.
- Mr Burnham's comments come after he raised the possibility of the UK rejoining the EU, suggesting options for closer ties could feature in Labour's next manifesto.
- He also warned of ongoing Russian disinformation campaigns across Europe, citing interference in German politics and the UK's 2019 general election.
- Downing Street declined to comment on specific security briefings but stressed its focus on protecting democratic institutions from foreign threats.
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