How Can UK Rejoin EU?

When Brexit has turned out to be Bregret, many people who voted in favour of Brexit express remorse about their vote and hope to rejoin the EU. However, rejoining the EU is a complex and multi-step process for the UK, just as the process of leaving it.

Change in public opinion: Rejoining the EU would require a significant shift in public opinion in the UK in favour of EU membership. This could manifest through public opinion polls, general elections, or a second referendum indicating a desire to rejoin.

Political will and leadership: The UK government would need to express a clear and unequivocal desire to rejoin the EU. This would require a government that is committed to pursuing EU membership.

Formal application for membership: The UK would need to formally apply for EU membership, just like any other candidate country. This application would need to be submitted to the European Commission.

Negotiation of terms: Once the application is accepted, negotiations would begin between the UK and the EU to determine the terms of the UK's membership. This would include discussions on various matters, such as trade, security, regulatory alignment, and the financial aspects of membership.

Approval by EU member states: All existing EU member states would need to approve the UK's reentry. This typically involves ratification by national parliaments or referendums in some cases. Each member state would need to agree to the UK's rejoining on the negotiated terms.

Adoption of the Euro: The UK had an opt-out from adopting the euro as its currency. If the UK were to rejoin, it might be required to commit to adopting the euro as its currency in the future, unless it negotiates specific opt-outs or exceptions.

Acceptance of EU rules and regulations: Rejoining the EU would require the UK to align with EU laws, regulations, and standards, which could involve changes to its legal and regulatory framework to comply with EU rules.

Financial commitments: The UK would need to negotiate its financial contributions to the EU budget, including any outstanding financial obligations or liabilities arising from its previous membership.

Ratification: The terms of the UK's reentry would need to be ratified by the UK Parliament. A new treaty or agreement outlining the terms of reentry would likely require approval by both houses of Parliament.

Reintegration into EU institutions: The UK would need to reintegrate into various EU institutions, such as the European Parliament and the European Commission, and regain representation within these bodies.

Rejoining the EU is a complex and politically challenging process. The decision to rejoin would depend on a combination of factors, including public sentiment, political leadership, and the willingness of both the UK and the EU to engage in the negotiation process.