Will the Brexit headache ever end? Join our exclusive panel as we discuss five years of Britain outside the EU

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Nearly five years have passed since the UK left the European Union, yet Brexit remains a central and divisive issue in British politics.

But what have we learned from Brexit? And how are its consequences continuing to shape the UK’s future?

Join The Independent’s chief political commentator John Rentoul as he hosts an engaging panel discussion that will explore these questions and more, reflecting on the ongoing impact of Brexit and its long-term effects.

As part of our Virtual Events series, this expert panel will examine key Brexit developments and the challenges Britain faces as it navigates life outside the European Union. While Brexit is often associated with division, the discussion will highlight both the successes and the struggles that have followed the UK’s departure from the EU.

With continued debates over trade deals, security concerns, and the economic fallout of leaving the EU, this panel will provide insight into the real-world implications of Brexit for everyday Britons.

Joining John will be Stella Creasy, Labour and Co-operative MP for Walthamstow, who has long campaigned for a closer relationship with the EU. As Chair of Labour Movement for Europe, Stella remains a vocal critic of Brexit’s regulatory impact and its effect on parliamentary oversight.

Also on the panel is Mark Francois, Conservative MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, who has been a staunch Brexiteer since the start. A key figure in the Brexit movement, Mark played a significant role in supporting Brexit legislation and has been outspoken about Britain’s sovereignty post-EU.

Claire Fox, former Brexit Party MEP for North West England and now Baroness Fox of Buckley in the House of Lords, will be joining the discussion. Claire has been a strong defender of Brexit and continues to advocate for free speech and the UK’s sovereignty as a member of the House of Lords.

Our final panellist is Professor Anand Menon, Director of UK in a Changing Europe, who will provide a research-driven perspective on Brexit’s impact, its ongoing consequences, and the UK’s relationship with the EU in the years ahead.

The event will be hosted via Zoom and will last one hour, offering attendees the chance to engage with the panel and ask questions directly. It is set to take place on January 23, starting at 7pm GMT.

Sign up for your free ticket here.

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