The UK in a Changing Europe think tank
Coverage of The UK in a Changing Europe think tank in the Nexus archive.
- Britain marks Brexit’s 10th anniversary with an economy 4%-8% smaller than if it never voted to leave
Britain marks the 10th anniversary of Brexit, with the economy estimated to be 4%-8% smaller than it would have been if the UK had remained in the EU. The 2016 referendum, which resulted in a narrow vote to leave, led to prolonged negotiations and economic challenges, including trade barriers with the EU and unfulfilled trade deal promises. Experts attribute the economic drag to reduced trade, investment, and productivity, while Brexit supporters argue long-term benefits may outweigh short-term disruptions.
- Ten years on, Brexit still divides Britain and casts a pall over its economy
Ten years after the UK voted to leave the EU in a 2016 referendum, Brexit continues to divide Britain and negatively impact its economy. The process took nearly five years to complete, and the UK economy is estimated to be 4-8% smaller than it would have been had it remained in the EU, with trade barriers and unfulfilled trade deal promises exacerbating the challenges.