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Radio 4,13 Apr 2018,18 mins

2. Yes to Britain in Europe

Brexit: A Love Story?

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The 1975 referendum to remain in the European Economic Community was a historic first for Britain. As well as dividing the country, the argument split the Labour Party, who were then in Government. Mark Mardell explores the UK's 45 year love affair with Europe, looking at Anthony Wedgewood Benn's call for a referendum and Prime Minister Harold Wilson's fight to keep the party together. Email: [email protected]. Twitter: @BBCWorldatOne

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