Intelligence Squared The Sunday Debate: We Were Right To Brexit
Jun 12, 2022
Join former Conservative MEP Daniel Hannan, Brexit skeptic Labour MP Stella Creasy, historian Robert Tombs, and ex-Attorney General Dominic Grieve in a lively debate on Brexit. They delve into the long-term implications of leaving the EU, discussing national sovereignty versus economic realities. The conversation highlights the impact on trade, immigration, and overall economic performance post-Brexit, as well as public sentiments driving voter decisions. The clash of perspectives unveils exciting insights into a pivotal moment in British history.
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Referendum Regret
- Daniel Hannan regretted the polarization and nastiness following the Brexit referendum.
- He recalled a more civil campaign with selfies and respectful disagreements.
Brexit's Economic Impact
- Predictions of economic disaster following Brexit didn't materialize.
- The UK economy outgrew the Eurozone before the coronavirus pandemic.
Vaccine Border
- The EU briefly invoked a border in Ireland to stop vaccines from reaching the UK.
- Hannan sees this as evidence of the EU's lingering resentment towards Britain.
