What does the European election manifesto of each party say about Brexit?

Politics Explained: The unexpected elections are shaping up to be about only one thing

The elections that many thought – or hoped – would never occur are nearly upon us.

Seventy-three British MEPs will be elected to represent the 12 UK electoral regions at the European parliament for what is likely to be an uncertain tenure.

The contest is taking place only because Theresa May was unable to deliver Brexit on time, pushing the UK’s potential departure date back to October and forcing the UK to take part in the European elections.