The article discusses the psychological and political fallout from the Brexit negotiations, highlighting the tension that arose during those tumultuous years. It reflects on how normal, sensible discussions devolved into irrational debates, illustrative of a time warp feeling among the public. The piece critiques the rigid nature of negotiations with the EU and the problematic narratives pushed by various Brexit advocates, showcasing an ongoing struggle with the aftermath of decisions made years earlier and the challenges faced during the negotiations surrounding agricultural and fishing standards.
Euphoric recall. Or more likely PTSD. It was like we were in a time warp. Back in the madness of the Brexit years. When otherwise sensible people lost all sense of reason.
Every negotiation with Brussels always does. It's in the terms and conditions. There was no way the EU was going to give away something on agricultural standards without getting something on fishing in return.
Nothing is agreed until everything is agreed. Remember that? Argh! Still that didn't stop some of the Brexit lunatics from voicing their opinions long before even an outline of a deal was announced.
He was trying to persuade himself that he had always known his fishing deal was rubbish but that the EU would...
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