Britain in the World

​Currently 56 countries

​Note: it is 32 countries as of 2024

Economy and trade

• Before Brexit, the UK could trade freely with EU countries.

• Now there are more checks, paperwork, and delays when trading with the EU.

• This has made it more expensive for businesses to import and export goods.

• Some companies have reduced trade with Europe or moved parts of their business abroad.

• Overall, economic growth has been slower than expected.

​A nurse from India

• A nurse gets a job offer from the NHS.

• Nursing is a skilled job and is on the shortage occupation list.

• She speaks English and earns £27,000 a year.

​A fruit picker from Spain

• A Spanish worker wants a seasonal farm job.

• The job is low-skilled and pays a low wage.

• There is no long-term visa for this type of work under the main system.

​A care worker from Estonia

• An Estonian care worker has experience but earns below the salary threshold.

• Care work is demanding but low-paid.

• Some care roles qualify only under special visa rules, not the main system.

​A British entrepeneur - restaurant owner

• A restaurant wants to hire waiting staff from the EU.

• These jobs are low-skilled and low-paid.

• The employer cannot sponsor visas easily.

​Brexit impact on immigration

• Since Brexit, there has been a rise in people crossing the English Channel in small boats.

• Many migrants come from countries outside Europe (e.g. Afghanistan, Syria, Albania).

• They often seek asylum, not work visas.

In hindsight, do you think Britain was right or wrong to vote to leave the European Union?(January 2020 to April 2024)

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Some text here about the topic of discussion

​https://vm.ee/et/tegevused-eesmargid/mida-vaja-teada-seoses-el-uk-uute-suhetega-alates-1012021