The main Brexit issues - Info sheet

The complexities of Brexit encompass several key issues that have been challenging to resolve and continue to be a matter of concern. These issues are primarily centred around four pivotal points. Firstly, the aspect of buying and selling has taken precedence, as the UK must navigate new trade arrangements with EU countries, a significant shift from the streamlined trade practices established within the EU. Secondly, the intricate process of disentangling British laws from the collective body of European laws presents a considerable challenge, given the depth of integration that occurred while the UK was an EU member.

Thirdly, the financial obligations of the UK are encapsulated in the 'Brexit bill,' a sum of money owed to the EU to settle previously agreed funding commitments and to cover ongoing payments for certain advantages post-departure. Lastly, the question of the Irish border is a sensitive and complex issue. With Northern Ireland having left the EU and the Republic of Ireland remaining a member, the invisible border between the two nations allows for the free movement of people, necessitating meticulous management to maintain the delicate balance of this unique situation.