Brexit uncertainty leaves science under threat as general election looms
The winding path to the UK leaving the EU has already taken a toll on the nation’s science
Since the referendum in June 2016, the UK government has been working to secure the country’s departure from the EU. Over three years later, the process continues. But the uncertainty that it has wrought is taking its toll on the science community.
In order to avoid a ‘no deal’ departure, which would sever links with the bloc, the government and the EU must agree a ‘withdrawal agreement’. This will govern the UK’s exit until a formal future relationship can be established, together with a ‘political declaration’ outlining that relationship.