This paper deals with the causes of Brexit, the United Kingdom's (UK) exit from the European Union (EU), and inquires what exactly led to this historic referendum. Historic developments of the EU with focus on the role of Britain and UK, and important events leading up to the referendum of 2016 are recounted. The origins of the decision to leave the EU and events following the referendum are presented. A special focus of this paper is the relationship of Britain and the EU and whether Brexit was inevitable.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- The UK's relationship with the EU
- Introduction
- Events leading up to 2016 referendum
- Which events followed the 2016 referendum?
- Was Brexit Inevitable?
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text aims to explore the complex relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union, focusing on the events leading up to the Brexit referendum in 2016 and its aftermath. It examines the historical context of this relationship, highlights key turning points, and analyzes the motivations behind the UK's decision to leave the EU.
- The historical evolution of the UK's relationship with the EU
- Key turning points and events that shaped this relationship
- The role of British sovereignty and national identity in the Brexit decision
- The motivations behind the UK's decision to leave the EU
- The impact of Brexit on the UK and the EU
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- The UK's relationship with the EU: This chapter provides an overview of the UK's relationship with the EU from its founding to the present day, highlighting key milestones and moments of tension.
- Events leading up to 2016 referendum: This chapter examines the events that led to the 2016 referendum on the UK's membership in the EU, including Prime Minister David Cameron's decision to hold a referendum and the negotiations surrounding the UK's potential exit.
- Which events followed the 2016 referendum?: This chapter outlines the events that followed the 2016 referendum, including the resignation of David Cameron, the appointment of Theresa May as Prime Minister, and the initiation of the formal withdrawal process.
- Was Brexit Inevitable?: This chapter explores the question of whether Brexit was inevitable, analyzing the historical context, the role of British sovereignty, and the perceived incompatibility between the UK and the EU.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics of this text include: Brexit, European Union, British sovereignty, national identity, historical relationship, turning points, motivations, referendum, withdrawal process, inevitability, and the impact of Brexit on the UK and the EU.
- Quote paper
- Anonym (Author), 2021, Causes for the Brexit of the United Kingdom, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1383052
