The entry and exit of Britain from EU.

The UK left the EU on 31 January 2020 and is now in an 11-month transition period. On December 31, 2020 UK would ceased to member of EU. During this period the UK effectively remains in the EU's customs union and single market and continues to obey EU rules.

European Union (EU), international organization comprising 27 European countries and governing common economic, social, and security policies. Originally confined to Western Europe, the EU undertook a robust expansion into central and Eastern Europe in the early 21st century.

The treaty was designed to enhance European political and economic integration by creating a single currency (the euro), a unified foreign and security policy, and common citizenship rights and by advancing cooperation in the areas of immigration, asylum, and judicial affairs. The EU was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 2012, in recognition of the organization's efforts to promote peace and democracy in Europe. Promote peace and democracy in Europe.

EU objectives

To have a free and safe Europe with no internal borders.

To promote peace not only in Europe but also elsewhere in the world.

To ensure that the resources of the planet are used sensibly and that the environment is not destroyed.

To follows the Charter of the United Nations and underlines the importance of common international rules.

To ensure Europe's sustainable and steady development

To seeks to create a competitive market economy which takes into account people's wellbeing and social needs.

To achieve a skilled workforce and a high standard of technological production.

Respects the languages and cultures of the individual countries.

Historical background

The European Economic Community (EEC) or the Treaty of Paris, is the predecessor of today's European Union. It was established in 1957 by France, West Germany, Belgium, Italy, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. It was established to foster economic cooperation between European nations in the wake of World War- II. In 1961 United Kingdom made an application to join European Union but due to political isolation in Western Europe, this application was vetoed by the French Government. In 1967 UK made second attempt to join EU which was again vetoed by the France. During 1969 there was a negotiation for British membership. Finally United Kingdom joined EEC on 1st January 1973 with Denmark and Ireland. The Labour party initially sought renegotiation of membership.

During 1975, the nation held referendum to...