It has been a busy time for British politics. Again, Brexit is taking over the headlines. John Peet, The Economist’s Brexit editor, takes your questions in a live Q&A.
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01:30 What happened on Saturday 19th October?
05:55 Will there be another extension?
08:16 If Brexit failed, will it mark the beginning of the fall of rightwing politics in UK and Europe?
09:46 Do you think there’s a higher chance of having an election than a second referendum?
11:34 What makes the government claim that the UK will leave on the 31st October and is their confidence justified?
12:58 What is needed to stop the Brexit deadlock?
15:07 Which party is likely to come out on top following a general election?
17:13 John explains what the new Brexit deal means for Ireland
18:14 Anna’s mic dropped here, apologies for the loud buzz on the audio!
19:07 We are back
19:28 How will Northern Ireland react to Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal?
20:39 John explains how the Brexit deal affects Scotland
21:45 Is there a solution to the Irish border issue?
22:24 Will Scotland have another independence referendum?
23:39 What is the future of the pound if the Brexit deal goes through?
25:02 What are the economic implications of another delay?
27:38 Will Britain become a tax haven after Brexit?
28:58 What deals could the UK make with other nations after Brexit to boost their economy?
31:20 How will Brexit affect the ongoing Us-China Trade war?
32:48 Will Europeans apply for UK visas and vice versa going forward?
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