How Brexit broke British politics
Summary
Brexit, the United Kingdom's decision to leave the European Union, has caused deep divisions in British politics. Since the 2016 referendum, the U.K. is about to have its seventh prime minister.Key Facts
- The U.K. voted to leave the EU on June 23, 2016, with 52% voting to leave and 48% voting to remain.
- The U.K. had been a member of the European Union for over 40 years before this vote.
- David Cameron, the Conservative prime minister who called the referendum and supported staying in the EU, resigned the day after the vote.
- Brexit has caused ongoing political turmoil and instability in British government leadership.
- Since the referendum, the U.K. has had six prime ministers and is approaching the appointment of a seventh.
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