Summary

Five years after Brexit, its economic and political effects are still unfolding.

Trade with the EU has become more expensive and complex, with mid-sized businesses struggling the most.

UK economic growth is projected to be 4% lower long-term, and new trade deals haven’t offset EU losses.

While public opinion has turned against Brexit, rejoining the EU remains unlikely.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to improve relations but won’t re-enter the single market, as both sides cautiously rebuild ties.

  • nogooduser@lemmy.world
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    8 hours ago

    Going back to the EU with our tail between our legs isn’t going to go down well with anyone so won’t be happening anytime soon.

    We’d not be able to reject the Schengen area or Euro so I’d imagine that most remain voters wouldn’t even agree to it.

    • ReCursing@lemmings.world
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      5 hours ago

      Schengen would be fucking great. It also gets rid of the small boats “crisis” as well. The Euro is a small price to pay

    • Optional@lemmy.world
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      7 hours ago

      While I wish it was an option but, barring some kind of catalyzing event, it isn’t. Not in anyone-here’s lifetime.