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- July 29, 2019
- 9:45 pm
Britain’s new Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he’s ‘very confident’ a new Brexit deal can be reached with the European Union.
Speaking on his first visit to Scotland as Prime Minister, he said there was scope for a new plan – but Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said she believed he was secretly pursuing a ‘dangerous’ no-deal Brexit.
Meanwhile the company which owns the car maker Vauxhall says the firm will shut its factory in the North of England if Brexit makes the site unprofitable.
Why have critics accused Boris Johnson of pursuing a “no-deal” Brexit?
On July 23, 2019, Boris Johnson became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, succeeding Theresa May. With the Brexit deadline fast approaching, the new Prime Minister is facing accusations that he is pursuing a “no-deal” Brexit, which could lead to significant economic damage and political turmoil.
The “no-deal” Brexit scenario involves the UK leaving the European Union without a formal agreement in place regarding future economic and political relations. This could have severe consequences for trade, immigration, and other crucial areas of cooperation between the UK and the EU.
Critics of Johnson have accused him of actively pursuing this option, disregarding the potential economic costs and ignoring the voices of businesses, experts, and citizens who fear the consequences of a “no-deal” Brexit.
These concerns have been echoed by leaders from across the political spectrum. Conservative MP Dominic Grieve, who has been a vocal critic of the Prime Minister’s Brexit strategy, has warned that a “no-deal” Brexit would be a “national disaster.”
Meanwhile, Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has called for an emergency session of Parliament to prevent a “no-deal” Brexit from happening. He has also spoken out against the Prime Minister’s threat to suspend Parliament in order to force through a “no-deal” Brexit.
Even members of Johnson’s own party have expressed doubts about his approach to Brexit. Former Chancellor of the Exchequer Philip Hammond has warned that a “no-deal” Brexit would cause “economic damage” to the UK and urged the Prime Minister to seek a negotiated settlement with the EU.
Despite these concerns, Johnson has remained steadfast in his commitment to delivering Brexit on October 31, with or without a deal. He has described a “no-deal” Brexit as a “remote possibility,” but has also stated that the UK must be prepared for that scenario.
The Prime Minister has also emphasized the need for a “deal or no deal” approach, arguing that the UK should be “fully prepared” for either outcome. He has pledged to negotiate with the EU in good faith but has also indicated that he is willing to walk away from the negotiating table if necessary.
As the Brexit deadline approaches, the fate of the UK’s relationship with the EU remains uncertain. While some see a “no-deal” Brexit as a necessary step towards sovereignty and self-determination, others view it as a reckless and dangerous gamble.
The new Prime Minister’s apparent willingness to pursue this option has sparked controversy and debate, with many calling for a more cautious and collaborative approach to the Brexit process. The ultimate outcome of this debate will have profound implications for the UK’s future as a nation and a member of the global community.
