We can work it out: David Cameron takes EU battle to Beatles studio

David Cameron walks on the famous crossing at Abbey Road
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David Cameron evoked the spirit of The Beatles as he took the EU referendum battle to the celebrated studios at Abbey Road today.

The Prime Minister tried to recreate the Fab Four’s album cover on the crossing near where they recorded their greatest works.

But it was more a case of the Fab Two, as he was joined only by Baroness Jowell. Mr Cameron declined to copy Paul McCartney by taking off his shoes and socks.

Moments earlier the PM was forced to stand back as a royal motorcade roared by. When he finally set off, a black van had to pull up at the crossing.

The visit was organised to showcase the support of London’s creative industries for the campaign to stay in the EU.

Stars including Benedict Cumberbatch, Sir Patrick Stewart, Bill Nighy, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Keira Knightley were among leading arts figures who backed a Remain vote.

The Wire star Dominic West, who said Brexit would put Britain “at the mercy of Vladimir Putin”, and soprano Laura Wright provided the stardust for Mr Cameron’s visit.

The Prime Minister said: “When it comes to creativity, British talent and expertise has made this country the envy of the world.

“Whether it is music or film, art or video games, the UK leads Europe. More than most, this is a sector that thrives on being open to the world outside.

“Whether it’s bringing in talent, filming on location or simply having access to the Single Market of 500 million people across Europe.

“The results of Creative Industries Federation’s survey are clear: we are better off in a reformed European Union than out on our own. To leave would be a leap in the dark.”

Baroness Jowell, the former Olympics Minister, said: “During the Olympics London buzzed with creativity, innovation and enthusiasm.

“The world envied at our outward-facing, proud and diverse capital city. And it is because I believe that London – and the whole of the UK – punches above its weight on the global stage, that I so passionately support remaining in the EU.”

It came as a survey by the Creative Industries Federation said more than 96 per cent of its members support the Remain side.

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