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Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has called on Britain to “stop fearing the freedoms won through Brexit” as the 10th anniversary of the historic referendum approaches. Johnson asserts the UK has not fully capitalised on opportunities created by leaving the European Union.
In a video released ahead of the milestone, Johnson insisted he remains “more passionate than ever” that voters made the correct decision in 2016. His intervention comes a decade after 17.4 million people voted to leave the EU, marking the largest democratic mandate in British history.
The Unseized Opportunities of Freedom
Johnson’s message highlights a perceived reluctance in Britain to fully embrace the advantages gained through Brexit. He argues that the nation has yet to seize the opportunities created by its departure from the European Union.
The former Conservative leader’s comments serve as a robust defence of Brexit, directly challenging calls from some for closer ties with Brussels or eventual rejoining of the bloc.
The Cost of Rejoining the EU
Do you really want to give up about £15billion a year to Brussels when we re struggling to spend enough on defence? Do you want to give up the legal freedom to decide who should come into this country and from where, and to hand that power back to Brussels?
— Boris Johnson, Former Prime Minister
Johnson questioned the willingness of voters to surrender powers and financial contributions if Britain were to rejoin the EU. He also claimed that such a move would necessitate abandoning the pound in favour of the euro.
- Boris Johnson believes Britain has not fully seized Brexit opportunities.
- He remains “more passionate than ever” that the 2016 vote was correct.
- 17.4 million people voted to leave the EU, the largest democratic mandate in British history.
- Rejoining the EU would mean giving up approximately £15 billion annually to Brussels.
- Rejoining would also mean surrendering legal freedom over immigration and adopting the euro.
What This Means for Britain
The failure to fully embrace Brexit freedoms translates directly into missed opportunities for working families. Every unseized advantage could mean higher costs, fewer jobs, and a slower path to prosperity for ordinary Britons.
Economically, Johnson’s warning about £15 billion annually to Brussels highlights a stark choice. That money could be invested in our defence, our NHS, or directly into the pockets of British taxpayers, rather than flowing out of the country.
Politically, this intervention underscores a continued struggle within the establishment to fully commit to the democratic will of the people. It reveals a pattern of hesitation that undermines the clear mandate given a decade ago.
If Britain continues to fear its hard-won freedoms, the promise of Brexit risks being diluted. Voters must understand that the future prosperity and sovereignty of our nation depend on decisive action now.
Share this if you believe Britain deserves to fully embrace the freedoms won through Brexit. Demand answers from your MP on why opportunities are being missed. This must be seen by every British voter.
Source: GB News | Breaking Brexit News
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