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What was the main outcome of the 1955 Messina Conference?
What was the main outcome of the 1955 Messina Conference?
- Success of the ECSC leading to further European integration (correct)
- Establishment of the European Atomic Energy Community
- Veto of UK's applications by France
- UK's first application for membership in the EEC
What prompted the UK to successfully apply for EC membership after earlier attempts were vetoed?
What prompted the UK to successfully apply for EC membership after earlier attempts were vetoed?
- Change in British leadership and political attitudes (correct)
- Increased economic pressure from within the UK
- Rise of a pro-European public sentiment
- End of Cold War tensions with the US
Which political party in the UK was more Eurosceptic during the 1970s and 1980s?
Which political party in the UK was more Eurosceptic during the 1970s and 1980s?
- Scottish National Party
- Labour Party (correct)
- Liberal Democrats
- Conservative Party
What did Labour commit to during the October 1974 general election regarding EC membership?
What did Labour commit to during the October 1974 general election regarding EC membership?
What was the result of the UK's first national referendum in 1975 regarding EC membership?
What was the result of the UK's first national referendum in 1975 regarding EC membership?
What does the Withdrawal Agreement primarily ensure regarding goods between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland?
What does the Withdrawal Agreement primarily ensure regarding goods between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland?
What action did the British Government take that suggested a withdrawal from its commitments under the Withdrawal Agreement?
What action did the British Government take that suggested a withdrawal from its commitments under the Withdrawal Agreement?
Which significant event occurred on December 24, 2020, regarding the trade agreement?
Which significant event occurred on December 24, 2020, regarding the trade agreement?
What was the purpose of the customs transitional arrangement in place until July 1, 2021?
What was the purpose of the customs transitional arrangement in place until July 1, 2021?
What did the European Parliament do in response to the UK extending a grace period for trade checks?
What did the European Parliament do in response to the UK extending a grace period for trade checks?
Flashcards
What was the European Economic Community (EEC)?
What was the European Economic Community (EEC)?
The European Economic Community (EEC) was established in 1957 by the Treaties of Rome, expanding upon the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC).
Why did De Gaulle veto the UK's first applications to join the EEC?
Why did De Gaulle veto the UK's first applications to join the EEC?
Charles de Gaulle, President of France, vetoed the UK's first two applications to join the European Economic Community (EEC) in 1963 and 1967. His concerns were that the UK would be a conduit for American influence within the community, potentially undermining European autonomy.
How did the UK join the EEC?
How did the UK join the EEC?
The UK's membership in the European Economic Community (EEC) was approved by a parliamentary vote in 1971. This decision was made after a thorough debate that weighed the economic and political implications of membership.
What was Labour's stance on the UK's membership of the EC in 1974?
What was Labour's stance on the UK's membership of the EC in 1974?
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What was the outcome of the 1975 UK referendum on EC membership?
What was the outcome of the 1975 UK referendum on EC membership?
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Transition Period
Transition Period
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The Withdrawal Agreement
The Withdrawal Agreement
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Internal Market Bill
Internal Market Bill
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The Trade and Cooperation Agreement
The Trade and Cooperation Agreement
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Customs Transitional Arrangement
Customs Transitional Arrangement
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Study Notes
Brexit
- Brexit refers to the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union.
- The UK joined the EU's precursors, the European Communities, in 1973.
- A referendum was held in 2016, resulting in a 51.9% vote to leave the EU.
- The UK officially withdrew from the EU on 31 January 2020.
- The withdrawal process was complex and politically divisive.
- There was a transition period of eleven months following the withdrawal to ensure a smooth departure, and to facilitate a negotiated future trade relationship with the EU.
- The negotiation process involved two snap elections in 2017 and 2019.
- A withdrawal deal was eventually passed by parliament, but one original deal was overwhelmingly rejected earlier, leading to postponements of the proposed departure date.
Timeline of Brexit
- June 2016: Referendum held; 51.9% voted to leave.
- March 2017: The UK government notified the EU of its intention to withdraw.
- 2017 & 2019: Snap elections took place, with the Conservative party winning a majority.
- January 2020: The UK left the European Union.
- December 2020: The EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement was signed.
- May 2021: The agreement formally came into effect.
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This quiz explores the key events and facts surrounding Brexit, the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union. It covers the history leading up to the referendum, important dates, and the political implications of this significant decision.
