Politics · 15 May 2026

Over 70% in Northern Ireland call Brexit a failure

Most people in Northern Ireland believe Brexit has made the break-up of the UK more likely. This opinion poll, conducted by Queen's University Belfast, found over 70% of people, including many Leave voters, see Brexit as a failure. The research, carried out by LucidTalk between April 17-20, surveyed 1,050 respondents.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 May 2026 at 7:13

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