For our last pre-election episode we talk with Anand Menon, director of the UK in a Changing Europe, about what might happen to Brexit once the vote is done. What choices does Johnson face if he wins? What paths are there to a second referendum if he loses? And what will remainers do if Britain does finally leave the EU? Plus we discuss what the rest of Europe makes of it all. With Helen Thompson. Tomorrow, we talk about the result of the election as it happens.
Talking Points:
There are basically two scenarios: Johnson gets a majority and the withdrawal bill passes, or there’s a hung parliament.
EU leaders have been assuming a Johnson victory.
Would a hung parliament inevitably lead to a second referendum?
The gap between Labour and the Conservatives is as wide as it has been in recent history.
If the UK leaves, where do the remainers go?
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Further Learning:
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