Brexit

Reasons for Brexit

Brexit White Paper
Listen to David Davis, the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, explain the 12 points spelled out in the Brexit White Paper. Take notes about them:

Select below to see the 12 points:
Providing certainty and clarity
Taking control of our own laws
Strengthening the Union
Protecting our strong and historic ties with Ireland and maintaining the Common Travel Area
Controlling immigration
Securing rights for EU nationals in the UK, and UK nationals in the EU
Protecting workers’ rights
Ensuring free trade with European markets
Securing new trade agreements with other countries – We will forge ambitious free trade relationships across the world.
Ensuring the UK remains the best place for science and innovation
Cooperating in the fight against crime and terrorism
Delivering a smooth, orderly exit from the EU

Brexit consequences