Category: Anthony Salamone

Towards Brexit? The UK’s EU Referendum

Anthony Salamone The upcoming EU referendum has brought about a different kind of political debate in the UK, and the need for facts and analysis to sort through the many issues at stake is clear, writes Anthony Salamone. He sets out an open invitation to the University of Edinburgh’s new free online course which will …

This June’s EU Referendum is Unlikely to be the UK’s Last

Anthony Salamone The debate on the UK’s relationship with the EU will continue well beyond the forthcoming referendum, writes Anthony Salamone. He argues that, under either outcome of the vote, the UK could be set for another EU referendum in the foreseeable future. Plenary Session in Strasbourg – Jan 2016, European Parliament, CC-BY-NC-ND-2.0 The approaching …

Five Comments on Britain’s EU Settlement

Anthony Salamone Following the end of the renegotiation of the UK’s EU membership and the announcement of the EU referendum date, Anthony Salamone considers some of the elements behind the agreement and forthcoming referendum. David Cameron EU Statement – Feb 2016, Georgina Coupe (Crown Copyright), CC-BY-NC-ND-2.0 The UK’s renegotiation of its EU membership concluded on …

Most Read Articles of 2015

Anthony Salamone Since our launch six months ago, European Futures has featured contributions from across the broad range of issues facing Europe today – from the UK’s EU referendum to the Eurocrisis, from the migration crisis to EU-Russia relations. Much more to come from us in the weeks and months ahead. Managing Editor Anthony Salamone …

Britain’s EU Renegotiation: Reflections on the Letter

Anthony Salamone The Prime Minister’s letter laying out terms for renegotiation of the UK’s membership of the EU is more noteworthy for its arrival than its content, writes Anthony Salamone. He argues that, while the UK and its negotiating partners are likely to draw on past experience in finding a means of reaching a deal, …

The External Dimension to Britain’s EU Renegotiation

Anthony Salamone The UK government’s renegotiation of EU membership will be shaped in large part by how fellow European leaders respond, argues Anthony Salamone. He suggests that, while it may be difficult to secure a definitive renegotiation, the outcome of Britain’s EU referendum will be more dependent on the politics of the campaign than the …

Welcome to European Futures!

Laura Cram · Chad Damro · Tobias Lock · Drew Scott · Anthony Salamone It’s our pleasure to welcome you to European Futures. Edinburgh, Moyan Brenn, CC-BY-2.0 European Futures is academic blog from the University of Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Europa Institute. Its mission is to bring thought-provoking commentary and insightful analysis to Europe and …