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‘It was all lies’: Brexit remorse in Northern Ireland (opens original article in a new tab)

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Northern Ireland's Brexit supporters, like Charlie Weir, express regret over unfulfilled promises, while a study shows most view Brexit as a failure, with ongoing political instability and division.

  • Charlie Weir, a Brexit supporter, expressed regret over his vote, citing unfulfilled promises for farmers and healthcare.
  • Northern Ireland's Brexit experience has led to instability, with 56% voting to remain and 44% to leave in the 2016 referendum.
  • A Queen's University study found most Northern voters, including Leavers, view Brexit as a failure, with two-thirds believing it increased the likelihood of the UK breaking up.

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