The outgoing Commission Vice-President Neil Kinnock has joined the board of Britain in Europe ahead of the referendum campaign on the Constitution.
Earlier this week Commissioner for External Relations, Chris Patten, was also reported to have joined the pressure group.
The appointment of two such strong political figures is a sign that Britain in Europe will become more independent from No 10 and will be able to operate as an independent campaigning body, reports the Guardian.
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