Brexit: Two Years On - Why, How and What Next?
The Decision to Leave
On June 23, 2016, the UK held a referendum on whether to leave the European Union. The result was a vote to leave, with 51.9% of the vote in favor of Brexit. There were a number of reasons why people voted to leave, including concerns about immigration, sovereignty, and the economy.
The Negotiations
The UK formally triggered Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty on March 29, 2017, starting the two-year process of negotiating its withdrawal from the EU. The negotiations have been complex and difficult, with a number of key issues still unresolved. These include the future of the Irish border, the UK's financial obligations to the EU, and the rights of EU citizens living in the UK.
What Happens Next?
The UK is due to leave the EU on March 29, 2019. If a deal is not reached by then, the UK will leave without a deal, which could have significant economic and political consequences. There is still a great deal of uncertainty about what will happen next, but the UK government is working to secure a deal that will protect the UK's interests.
Conclusion
The UK's decision to leave the EU has been a complex and controversial process. The negotiations have been difficult and there is still a great deal of uncertainty about what will happen next. However, the UK government is working to secure a deal that will protect the UK's interests.
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