The United Kingdom's departure from the European Union, commonly known as Brexit, was a complex and multifaceted event driven by a confluence of political, economic, and social factors. At its core, Brexit reflected a deep-seated desire among some segments of the British population for greater sovereignty and control over their own affairs, a sentiment often framed in terms of "taking back control." This sentiment was fueled by concerns about the perceived erosion of British sovereignty within the EU, as well as unease about the increasing influence of the EU in shaping British laws and policies. Additionally, economic factors, such as concerns about the impact of EU regulations on British businesses and the perceived unfairness of the UK's financial contributions to the EU budget, also played a role in driving support for Brexit. The result was a referendum in 2016 in which a narrow majority of voters opted to leave the EU, setting in motion a series of negotiations and political turmoil that ultimately led to the UK's withdrawal from the bloc in 2020.
