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London Protest Marks 10 Years Since Brexit Vote: 'We Shot Ourselves in the Foot'
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London Protest Marks 10 Years Since Brexit Vote: 'We Shot Ourselves in the Foot'

From Le Temps · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Thousands gathered in London to protest the UK's exit from the European Union.
  • Demonstrators called for the UK to rejoin the EU, marking 10 years since the Brexit referendum.
  • Protesters expressed regret over the decision, with one banner stating, "Ten years of pain, where are the gains?"

Ten years after the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union, thousands of demonstrators gathered in central London to voice their regret and demand re-entry into the bloc.

The protest, held on Saturday, saw participants marching with banners, including one that starkly questioned the outcomes of Brexit: "Ten years of pain, where are the gains?" Another banner declared, "We want our star back," referencing the EU's star-adorned flag.

Participants, some dressed in blue and yellow costumes reminiscent of EU colors, marched to the sound of music, expressing a strong desire to reverse the decision made on June 23, 2016. The UK officially departed the EU in January 2020.

The demonstration highlights ongoing dissatisfaction and debate surrounding the impact of Brexit on the UK, with many participants clearly feeling that the country has suffered negative consequences since its withdrawal from the European Union.

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Originally published by Le Temps in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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