BS EDIT: UK's ‘Bregret’ Syndrome

By Business StandardPublished On Jun 25, 2026

A Decade Later

Ten years after voting to leave the EU, Britain is preparing to welcome its seventh Prime Minister in a decade

Economic Costs

Analysts estimate the UK economy is 4-8% smaller than it might have been had the country remained in the EU

Growth Remains Weak

High debt, sluggish growth and pressure on public finances continue to challenge successive governments

Trade Frictions Rise

Tariffs were avoided, but new checks, paperwork and regulations have made doing business with the EU costlier

Migration Debate Continues

Brexit promised tighter immigration control, yet concerns over migration remain a major political flashpoint

The Rise of ‘Bregret’

Public opinion is shifting, with polls showing growing support for rejoining the EU as Brexit's gains remain elusive