Should We Have Stopped Brexit?

Introduction

When we look back at the decision to leave the European Union (EU), many wonder if it was a necessary step or if it could have been a more beneficial choice.

Consequences of Not Being Part of the EU

One argument in favor of staying in the EU is the potential to reform and improve the system from within. If the UK had not withdrawn, we could have had a greater influence over EU policies and decision-making processes. Being part of the EU would have allowed us to participate in the development of policies that would benefit both the UK and the EU in the long term.

However, the idea of staying in the EU might also raise concerns about overlapping costs and parliamentary inefficiencies. As the British public became more aware of the EU parliament's expenditures and the Westminster parliament's costs for similar purposes, the question of why we should support both with our taxes emerged. This would have led to a significant re-evaluation of our role within the EU.

Sovereignty and Paralympic Reforms

The notion of maintaining UK sovereignty over our affairs without EU interference is a crucial point. If the UK had decided to stay in the EU, the parliamentary structure could have been reformed. Allowing only MEPs to govern while having MPs as representatives could streamline the system and potentially save significant costs. This would have been a way to maintain sovereignty and potentially support the NHS with savings.

Some might argue that maintaining one's job as a British MP is self-serving. However, the real cost of the Brexit deal is often not discussed. Many outcomes that might be embarrassing or unfavorable would remain under wraps to avoid causing further division.

Long-Term Effects on Westminster

Had the UK stayed in the EU, Westminster could have become a tourist attraction, similar to the Tower of London, hosting EU parliament sessions occasionally. The argument for leaving the EU was primarily maintained to protect the power and jobs of Westminster and the civil service, which far outnumber those in the EU parliament.

Conclusion

While it is impossible to predict what would have happened if we had stopped Brexit, it is evident that the decision had profound implications. The potential for reform and maintaining sovereignty within the EU could have been a more attractive option. Whether this would have been better for the UK is debatable, but it is clear that the decision to leave has had profound impacts and continues to shape our national identity and political landscape.