Brexit Flashcards
What year did the UK vote to exit the EU?
2018
What is one benefit of Brexit regarding immigration?
Control borders from immigrants
What is a benefit of Brexit regarding UK democracy?
Control over UK democracy and not following EU laws
How much smaller did the UK economy become after Brexit?
2.5% smaller than when it was in the EU
How many fewer jobs were there due to lack of skilled workers after Brexit?
2 million fewer jobs
What percentage were farmers paid compared to when they were in the EU?
0.5% less
What happened to total British exports after Brexit?
Total British exports fell by 6.4%
What has increased in the UK society post-Brexit?
Immigration has increased
What is one argument that has arisen in the UK post-Brexit?
Arguments over water control
What was the drop in jobs compared to if Brexit hadn’t happened?
Drop of 4.8% in jobs
What impact has Brexit had on some families in the UK?
Some families are left displaced as they couldn’t stay in the UK