Brexit book reveals explosive secrets behind UK decision to leave the EU

Jun 3, 2026 · 4:10 PM UTC ·3 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 47 views

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A new book titled 'The Brexit Effect' reveals behind-the-scenes insights from key figures involved in the UK's decision to leave the EU. The accounts highlight the chaos surrounding the referendum and the ongoing debate about Brexit's impact. As the tenth anniversary of the referendum approaches, discussions about potentially rejoining the EU are intensifying.

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▪The book features essays from 41 prominent figures involved in the Brexit referendum.
▪It includes candid accounts of the chaotic events leading to the UK's decision to leave the EU.
▪The publication coincides with growing calls from politicians for the UK to rejoin the EU.

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Publication time	Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:10:35 GMT
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NewsUKUK PoliticsBrexit book reveals explosive secrets behind UK decision to leave the EUA new book to mark ten years since the UK’s Brexit referendum reveals the inside story from the key players – from both sides of the debate. Their candid accounts paint a picture of chaos that the UK is still coming to terms withSimon Walters Wednesday 03 June 2026 17:10 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"articleId":"b2988868","articleMeta":{"url":"https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/brexit-eu-europe-book-b2988868.html","title":"Brexit book reveals explosive…

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