VOICED : On the British-Irish border Brexit breeds fear and uncertainty

The video discusses the impact of Brexit on Northern Ireland, highlighting the depreciation of the pound and increased cross-border shopping from Ireland. While some retailers benefit from the influx of shoppers, others face rising costs due to imports. The video also touches on historical border changes and concerns about the potential return of a hard border, which could threaten peace in the region.

What has been a significant economic effect of the Brexit vote on Northern Ireland?

• Increase in the value of the pound

• Decrease in cross-border shopping

• Increase in cross-border shopping from Ireland

• Stability in the retail market

What is one reason Irish shoppers are crossing the border more frequently?

• To experience the culture

• To support local businesses

• To avoid tariffs

• To find cheaper goods due to the devaluation of the pound

How has the Brexit vote affected shopping malls in Northern Ireland?

• They have seen a decrease in traffic

• They have recorded a 10% boost in traffic from the South

• They have remained unaffected

• They have closed down

What challenge is Kelly's hardware facing due to Brexit?

• Increased costs on imported goods

• Increased competition from local businesses

• Decreased demand for products

• Lack of skilled labor

What is a major concern regarding the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland post-Brexit?

• The establishment of a hard border could undermine peace

• The border will become a tourist attraction

• Increased tourism across the border

• The border will remain open and unchanged