Tag: Britain

The UK’s EU Referendum – Issues for Business

Owen Kelly The debate around the UK’s upcoming EU referendum will have impacts across society, including on business, writes Owen Kelly. Analysing it against the Scottish independence referendum, he argues that companies must proactively engage in the discussion and make their views clear, or risk being pulled into the debate directly. St David Street, Edinburgh, …

David Cameron has Begun a ‘Battle for Britain’ in the EU – But How Can He Possibly Win?

Paul James Cardwell Prime Minister David Cameron faces a number of challenges in order to achieve a successful EU renegotiation, writes Paul James Cardwell. He suggests that reaching agreement on an exemption to ever closer union and changes to free movement for workers could be particularly problematic, as they concern fundamental EU principles. David Cameron …

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 Response to the Refugee Crisis in the Mediterranean

Gareth Mulvey The UK Government’s approach to the current refugee crisis in Europe is a continuation of policies intended to discourage migration to Britain, writes Gareth Mulvey. He argues that this strategy will do little to address the situation, may cause tension between London and the devolved administrations and could hamper relations with the rest …

The Crisis of Schengen is the Crisis of the EU

Ester Herlin-Karnell The Schengen system of borderless travel across much of Europe faces many challenges, from the migration crisis to preventing crime and terrorism, writes Ester Herlin-Karnell. She argues that the system must be reformed to ensure that it is equipped to address these concerns, and that the reform process provides an opportunity for the …

Let’s Talk Business: The Economic Impact of Brexit

Mechthild Herzog In-Depth Analysis The debate on the UK’s membership of the EU has been ongoing for months, with the renegotiation and referendum still to come, writes Mechthild Herzog. She surveys key sectors of British business to assess the impact of EU exit on their industries and their arguments around EU membership. She suggests that, …

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, …

France: Great Britain Should Remain in the EU, But Not at all Costs

Christian Lequesne The speech and letter from David Cameron setting out terms for the renegotiation of the UK’s EU membership are the start of the debate on the issue in France, writes Christian Lequesne. He suggests that the French government is committed to ensuring the UK remains in the EU and that it is willing …