Brexit Talks Effectively Killed Off U.K. Growth, Says Blanchflower

Brexit Talks Effectively Killed Off U.K. Growth, Says Blanchflower

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The transcript discusses the confusion surrounding Brexit, highlighting the potential economic impacts and market reactions. It contrasts pre-Brexit predictions of a 'Cliff edge' disaster with the actual slower economic decline. The discussion also touches on the political complexities and uncertainties in the UK, particularly regarding special deals for regions like Northern Ireland, Wales, and Scotland.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which part of the UK is mentioned as benefiting significantly from EU membership?

Wales

Scotland

Northern Ireland

England

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of Brexit does the speaker predict instead of a 'Cliff edge Brexit'?

Hard Brexit

No-deal Brexit

Soft Brexit

Fudge Brexit

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the effect of Brexit negotiations on the UK's economic growth?

Hindered growth

Boosted growth

Slight increase

No impact

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the UK's economic performance compare to other European countries before the Brexit vote?

It was the best performing

It was the worst performing

It was declining

It was average

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did central banks play in the post-Brexit economic scenario?

They worsened the situation

They helped mitigate some weaknesses

They caused a financial crisis

They remained neutral