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Brexit: As the legislative elections approach, many regret their choice
Brexit: As the legislative elections approach, many regret their choice
(France info)
In the town of Skegness in England, there is a sense of regret as the general election approaches after being the constituency that voted the most for Brexit.
At United Kingdomthe town of Skegness was The city that voted the most for Brexit in 2016. Five years ago, the city had overwhelmingly said yes to the Conservatives and Boris Johnson. But today, many voters say they are disappointed with their choice. “It was a bad decision but on paper it looked good” regrets Leslie Roebuck, retired. Many regret having believed the Conservative Party which extolled the virtues of Brexit.
The reason Skegness voters voted for Brexit was primarily to protect their coast from illegal immigration. Since then, the number of boats crossing the Sleeve has continued to increase. In the last six months, more than ten thousand migrants have tried to reach the United Kingdom. “Politicians promised to stop this immigration, but in the end they did nothing,” complains Maurice Belton, an agricultural entrepreneur. With the general election approaching, many Skegness residents are expected to change their vote from the previous election.
