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What would Re-joining the European Union Entail for the UK?
If the UK or an independent Scotland were to apply to re-join the EU, several conditions and requirements would likely be imposed. These would be based on the EU’s standard accession criteria, known as the Copenhagen criteria, and additional specific considerations arising from the UK’s previous membership and its exit process.
Editor’s Opinion: UK’s Economy following Brexit
Recent reports have suggested potential economic challenges amounting to £311 billion by 2035 following our departure from the EU. While Brexit has presented economic complexities, the precise counterfactual of our economic trajectory within the EU remains speculative.
Regulatory Alignment following Brexit
Following Brexit, the United Kingdom is no longer obligated to adhere to European Union laws and regulations.
Internal Party Democracy
In the UK, there is no legal requirement for political parties to have internal democratic leader selection processes.
What might a “Full Fat” Brexit have Looked Like?
The UK government could have pursued stricter immigration, regulatory divergence, exclusive fishing rights, independent foreign policy, and aggressive global trade agreements.
Jeff Taylor
Jeff Taylor is a British political commentator and YouTuber known for his insightful and often critical analysis of current events
Darren Grimes
Darren Grimes is a British conservative commentator and activist known for his Brexit advocacy, free speech promotion, and media presence.
SECURITY: The Case for Controlled Borders
While immigration can enrich a society culturally and economically, large-scale immigration poses significant risks to social integration and cohesion.
Mahyar Tousi
Mahyar Tousi is a British-Iranian political commentator, filmmaker, and YouTuber known for his conservative viewpoints. He was born in Iran