CLEAN : Leave or stay? Two UK MEPs share their views at EU parliament

The speaker, a long-time member of the European Parliament, shares their journey from being elected with the British Conservative Party to becoming disenchanted with its stance on Europe. They critique the European Union's inability to reform and argue for the importance of national independence and global trade. The speaker questions the democratic nature of the European Parliament and expresses hope for future political change.

What was the speaker's initial political affiliation when they joined the European Parliament?

• Liberal Democrats

• British Conservative Party

• British Labour Party

• Green Party

According to the speaker, what is a major obstacle to reform within the European Union?

• Insufficient member participation

• Complex bureaucracy

• Lack of funding

• Resistance to change

What does the speaker believe independent nations should be able to do?

• Rely on the European Union for trade deals

• Avoid global engagement

• Govern themselves and make their own laws

• Focus solely on local trade

How does the speaker describe the European Parliament's democratic nature?

• Completely undemocratic

• Increasingly democratic

• A facade of democracy

• Fully democratic

What sentiment does the speaker express about their political journey?

• Regret for joining politics

• Satisfaction with their achievements

• Desire to return to the Conservative Party

• Indifference towards political outcomes