The Brexit Effect, 2016–2026
Author(s): Anthony Seldon
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date: 18 Jun. 2026
- Language: English
- Print length: 622 pages
- ISBN-10: 1009749625
- ISBN-13: 9781009749626
Book Description
Britain’s decision to leave the European Union was perhaps the most divisive and consequential event of modern British politics. To assess its impact on the tenth anniversary of the referendum, Anthony Seldon assembles an unparalleled list of writers from all sides of the debate – including Brexit MP Steve Baker, ex-Cabinet Secretary Simon Case, election guru John Curtice, economist Paul Johnson, ex-Foreign Secretary David Miliband, ex-Cabinet minister Emily Thornberry, leading lawyers Marina Wheeler and Jonathan Sumption and ex-Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams. They analyse why the referendum happened, how Brexit became law and its impact on every corner of British life, concluding with a range of perspectives on how Britain might make the most of the opportunities now available to it. As the dust continues to settle, The Brexit Effect delivers a vital and timely analysis for all who wish to understand Britain’s past, present and future.
Editorial Reviews
Review
‘Ten years on from the divisive referendum, Seldon’s timely publication acts as an informed ‘conversation’ between prominent leavers and remainers, sharing insights and points of view. And that’s important. EU-UK relations are still evolving. Brexit may be ‘done’ but it’s certainly not yet dusted.’ Katya Adler
‘Time to banish any Brexit bafflement. Cause and effect impeccably sourced and superbly dissected in this book for present and future generations.’ Nick Ferrari
‘An impressively balanced, reflective and thought-provoking collection, which lifts the public debate just when needed. A real achievement.’ Tom McTague
‘The defining account of Brexit with a remarkable range of key figures from both sides reflecting revealingly and constructively on what happened … and why. A must-read for all of us who want to make sense of it all.’ Steve Richards
‘With contributions from many of the key players who had a ringside seat for the Brexit referendum, this collection of essays gives a compelling account of the forces that drove the seismic vote to leave the EU and the impact of that decision. It will be essential reading at Westminster as Europe rises up the political agenda again ten years on.’ Rachel Sylvester
Book Description
Leading participants reflect on the Brexit debate during and since the 2016 referendum, examining both sides’ views, and Britain’s future.
About the Author
Sir Anthony Seldon is the country’s top political historian and acknowledged national authority on all matters to do with the government and No. 10. His book Churchill’s Indian Summer: The Conservative Government, 1951–55 (1981) was published forty years ago, and since then he has written or edited many books, including The Blair Effect, 2001–5 (Cambridge, 2005), The Coalition Effect, 2010–2015 (Cambridge, 2015), The Conservative Effect, 2010–2024 (Cambridge, 2024) and The Impossible Office (Cambridge, 2024). He has been the honorary historian at No. 10 Downing Street and chair of the National Archives Trust, and has interviewed virtually all senior figures who have worked in No. 10 in the last fifty years.
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