When considering the potentially catastrophic consequences a Labour Government could have for Britain’s relationship with the European Union, it’s important to note that Brussels isn’t what it used to be. Believe it or not, it’s worse.

Gone are the days of Jean-Claude Juncker who now sips his brandy in the comfort of his own home rather than his Berlaymont office. Instead, we have the former German defence minister, Ursula von der Leyen, leading the EU executive, who just recently announced her plan to stand for re-election.