Brexit: A Love Story? - 2. Yes to Britain in Europe

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: WATO@bbc.co.uk. Twitter: @BBCWorldatOne

Published on Friday, 13th April 2018.

Available Podcasts from Brexit: A Love Story?

Subscribe to Brexit: A Love Story?

We are not the BBC, we only list available podcasts. To find out more about the programme including episodes available on BBC iPlayer, go to the Brexit: A Love Story? webpage.