Many politicians expected the public to rally behind Brexit once it had happened. But it turns out that a growing majority now say they support rejoining the EU.
Voters can see that Brexit bears no resemblance to what was promised. It’s damaged the economy; lost an annual £100bn of tax revenue that could have funded our public services; created extra red tape and inconvenience for UK citizens trading with or travelling to our neighbouring countries; and made it more difficult for Britain to participate in the wide range of subjects on which countries cooperate through the EU, including medical research, access to police databases, identifying and handling dangerous chemicals, food safety, trade sanctions, student exchanges, recognition of qualifications, coordinating international transport links, and much else.
Furthermore, the geopolitical situation has changed, with a militarily aggressive Russia, an unreliable USA, and a more assertive China, making us increasingly aware of the interests and values we share across Europe and the need to work together.
It’s time for us to team up with our neighbours again!
