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.
It surprised me that the royals kept their mouths shut through the whole thing. For once they could have taken a stand about something. If the Queen had gone on tv and said “we’re not doing this” it probably would have made an impact and prevented this mess. Fucking useless.