Brake: Major is right on Brexit

So, John Major is the latest figure to suggest that a referendum on the Brexit deal might not be a bad idea.

While he did not enjoy being "out of step" with his party, the stakes were so high than he felt obliged to speak out at such a crucial moment in the negotiations.

"Leaving Europe is an issue so far-reaching, so permanent, so over-arching that it will have an impact on all our lives - most especially on the young and the future," he said.

"With only 12 months to go, we need answers, not aspirations."

While he was not actively calling for a further referendum, he said the "option" must remain open to a "sovereign" Parliament to insist upon.

It will not be a surprise that Tom Brake our Brexit spokesperson thinks he's right:

"John Major is right, the deal must go back to the people.

This is the biggest issue facing the nation in over half a century. This deal will define our future. We have one chance to get this right and yet Theresa May is fighting to keep the final say in the hands of her inner circle.

Theresa May must put her trust in the public. Whatever deal she comes back with, the people must be given a voice. The UK must have a chance to exit from Brexit."

Surely it must hold some sway with people that two former Prime Ministers, Major and Blair, are so opposed to Brexit.