Sir Vince Cable to make political return as Vice President of the European Movement

The role is the first step back in mainstream politics for the former Liberal Democrat leader and MP since stepping down from both roles in 2019.

He joins a series of political heavyweights that include former Conservative Deputy Prime Minister Michael Heseltine, who is president of the European Movement, and former Foreign Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrew Adonis, who is chairman.

Sir Vince Cable said: “The European Movement dates back 75 years to Britain’s original commitment to the European Union and I am delighted to be elected Vice President and look forward to contributing to the important work ahead.

“Brexit was a bitter blow for many of us, but the fight back is well under way.

“The European Movement is committed to exposing the failures of Brexit, holding leaders accountable and rebuilding our relationship with Europe.

“We will give political leadership to the millions who do not accept the current self-exclusion from Europe and want to campaign and negotiate for something closer and better.

“There are many ways to get involved in Europe again, but the best way to shape that debate is to become a member of the European Movement and the best time is now.”

The veteran MP, who was first elected MP for Twickenham in 1997, received respect throughout his career for his warnings, predictions and various campaigns on issues, including the housing market crisis, that led to the 2008 economic collapse.

Anna Bird, CEO of the European Movement, said: “We are excited and honored to welcome Sir Vince Cable to the European Movement.

“We are sure that his experience, insight and knowledge will strengthen our already established and growing movement.

“The European Movement is a strict cross-party organization that already boasts some of the biggest and most respected names in British politics of all the major parties, and Sir Vince’s appointment makes it even stronger.

“We are entering a critical stage in the struggle for the soul of our country and as the European Movement goes from strength to strength, we are more confident than ever that we are on track to achieve success.

“The European Movement is the only organization with the grassroots strength, political stamina and unwavering courage to expose the disaster of Brexit and the struggle to win the soul of our country.

The news of his appointment will be accompanied by a video that includes key moments from the former MP’s career, ending with his hat for his political return to Parliament.