If we vote for Brexit what happens

Sapphire

Why is negativity about anything from the weather (too hot, too cold, too wet, ad nauseum) to every political issue, such a characteristic British trait? I've often wondered whether it's something to do with the climate in the UK, because you don't get it in most other countries.

Also, is it mainly the English (and possibly Welsh) who are so negative? I am not sure about the Scots, though I think the Irish have a more cheerful, optimistic disposition as a rule.

Just an observation…

gfplux

setmefree2 wrote: »

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Perhaps some EU workers have already quit the UK, a perfect result for the Brexiteers.
Do remember basic economics too many unfilled jobs is BAD. It leads to lower economic output and wage inflation.
However it is important to remember this is VERY early days. We should not be jumping to conclusions about what is a good or bad sign at this stage.
We all need to be careful.

gfplux

TrickyTree83 wrote: »

There were murmurings that the German equivalent of the CBI was suggesting to the UK before the vote that free movement of labour would be in line with the single market principles, which is an entirely different proposition to free movement of people.

If there was EEA membership with free movement of labour (i.e. you need a job before you come) then it would appear to be a sensible middle ground.

Free movement of labour (as you define it) is NOT in line with the EU single market principle.

TrickyTree83

If anyone in Scotland votes to leave the UK they will be voting for a situation which will endanger 64% of their trade - which is with the rest of the UK - and also needing to deal with a £6bn - £9bn black hole (plus loss of that trade). If the Scots get themselves informed it won't happen.

gfplux

TrickyTree83 wrote: »

I'd be surprised if anyone wanted a hard border between Ireland and Northern Ireland. Everyone there will want to continue to persue peace and the structure is there to achieve it now.

But surely most Brexiteers will want a hard border. That was one of the basic reasons to vote out.

gfplux

Thrugelmir wrote: »

Totally impractical though. Hence the current agreement.

From the UK perspective with exchange rates the way they are. A boom for NI trade activity.

But surely most Brexiteers will want a hard border. That was one of the basic reasons to vote out.

TrickyTree83

gfplux wrote: »

Free movement of labour (as you define it) is NOT in line with the EU single market principle.

Argue the point with the German's, it was them that said it!

gfplux

BobQ wrote: »

It would be like putting a border between Sweden and Norway. Might work on the main highway but quietly ignored in all the country roads.

But surely most Brexiteers will want a hard border. That was one of the basic reasons to vote out

gfplux

zagubov wrote: »

There'll be no need for one. Why should there be? We already have different visa requirements for visitors and that hasn't affected the north/south border at all.

We discussed this two years ago

Sorry to quote myself from way back then but

But surely most Brexiteers will want a hard border. That was one of the basic reasons to vote out.

gfplux

TrickyTree83 wrote: »

Argue the point with the German's, it was them that said it!

Well side stepped. You offered the point as if there was going to be a change.