Economic Consequences UK
What suffered the most due to Brexit? (which aspect/ topic)
the Trade
Which two parts of the UK were most unhappy with the decision of Brexit?
Northern Ireland and Scotland
What do EU-citizens now require if they want to work and stay in the UK?
a visa
What is the most important sector in exports from the UK?
the Agri-Food sector
What was the reaction in Northern Ireland by the DUP party?
protests broke out / a two-year government crisis
What consequence did EU-members fear the Brexit would have?
fear of more departures by other countries
What shortage did the UK experience in autumn 2021?
a shortage of truck drivers/ no petrol at petrol stations
Why was Scotland not allowed to hold a referendum about independence?
It already held one in 2014 / already had their chance
How large was the British economic growth before the Covid mutation Omicron? (in %)
only 0.1%
How much % did the value of the pound drop?
around 10%
What is the ‘special relationship’ and how has it changed due to Brexit?
the relationship between the UK and the US / it has lost meaning and isn’t as strong anymore
What does Prime Minister Keir Starmer do to promote closer ties with the EU?
he travels through EU-countries