So why doesn’t Starmer put his hands up, be honest and got for it - dump Brexit? | TOLGA AKMEN / POOL
Palma20/12/2024 10:31
After Labour’s stonking victory at the summer election, it’s all gone a bit pear shaped with swathes of Britain feeling let down, to say the least, by the PM, although all the civil servants working from home and union employees will not have too much to complain about this festive season. So why doesn’t Starmer put his hands up, be honest and got for it - dump Brexit?
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Dear Humphrey, I appreciate your passion for the topic, but I must respectfully disagree with your conclusions about Brexit and its impact on the UK. While I acknowledge the challenges you’ve outlined, there are several reasons why Brexit was the right choice for Britain. Firstly, Brexit restored the UK’s sovereignty, allowing us to regain control over our laws, borders, and trade policies. This independence ensures that decisions affecting the UK are made in Westminster, not Brussels, giving citizens more influence over their governance. Regarding trade, leaving the EU has enabled the UK to strike its own trade agreements with countries worldwide. Deals with Australia, New Zealand, and the CPTPP are just the beginning of opportunities that were unavailable as part of the EU’s collective negotiation system. While it’s true there have been teething problems, these are natural in any significant geopolitical shift and are being addressed. On immigration, Brexit allows the UK to create a fairer, skills-based system. Instead of prioritizing EU citizens, we can welcome talent from across the globe, benefiting industries that need it most. As for the paperwork difficulties for Britons abroad, these stem from the EU’s own policies. The bloc has made little effort to ease the process for UK nationals, despite Britain treating EU citizens generously. Challenges like driving licenses and work permits could be mitigated if the EU acted in good faith. Finally, Brexit wasn’t about avoiding difficulties but about securing a long-term vision for a self-reliant, globally engaged Britain. It’s a process, not an overnight fix, and the opportunities it presents far outweigh the temporary challenges. Keir Starmer or any PM reversing Brexit would betray the democratic will of 17.4 million voters. Such a move would not only be undemocratic but also destabilizing, damaging trust in politics further. Let’s focus on making Brexit work, rather than dwelling on the past. It’s time to unite and build the future we voted for.