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Britain left the EU 10 years ago. Its politics has been an unruly mess ever since
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jill Lawless, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 23, 2026
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Key takeaway The UK is now preparing for its seventh prime minister since the vote to leave the EU took place on June 23, 2016.
Britain's departure from the European Union occurred 10 years ago, resulting in significant changes to the country's politics. The decision to leave the EU has had a lasting impact on British politics, which has been marked by instability. The UK is now preparing for its seventh prime minister since the vote to leave the EU took place on June 23, 2016.
At that time, the country voted to leave the EU by a margin of 52% to 48% after being a member for over four decades. Further information on this development is available from KPRC 2 Houston, including details on the circumstances surrounding the change in prime ministers and the ongoing impact of Brexit on British politics.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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