Compare the Brexit

We've studied Boris Johnson/Theresa May's withdrawal agreement/Brexit deal to see how it compares to a no deal Brexit or remaining in the EU. See below how they differ on the key issues that will affect people's day to day lives.

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Immigration & Borders

No Deal*

Deal**

Revoke Article 50

Non EU immigration

Not affected by EU membership

EU workers

Merit based system possible but could lead to labour shortage in many sectors

Free movement until 2020 but no replacement yet agreed

EU workers fill vital roles and we are able to repatriate those who have not found a job after 6 months

Welfare and benefits

No changes to the welfare system for EU citizens have been laid out

EU migrants can claim limited welfare such as jobseekers after 3 months

Freedom of Movement

Brits will lose the automatic right to live and work in any EU country

Brits have the right to live and work in any EU country

Irish border

A hard border between ROI & NI would be needed if we leave with no deal

Boris: Border between GB & NI
May: Possible border between GB & NI (backstop)

No border issue as both countries within the EU

Blue passport

Britain can currently choose its own passport colour and this won't change if we leave

Britain can currently choose its own passport colour

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*WTO rules assumed for trading
**'Deal' refers to Johnson's deal unless otherwise stated