A Quaker case for Brexit

Clive Ashwin argues there are reasons for leaving the EU that are eminently compatible with Quaker values

by Clive Ashwin 18th January 2019

At the referendum of 2016, many Quakers felt the choice was obvious and assumed that all Friends would vote to remain in the European Union. The group ‘Quakers for Europe’ was formed.

It came as a shock to many to discover this was not the case, and that an unknown number wished to leave the EU. I understand and respect the decision of those who voted to remain. My purpose here is not to criticise their choice, but simply to set out a case for leaving that is nevertheless consistent with Quaker values.