Policy seminar "Brexit referendum: Avert damage, strengthen Europe through subsidiarity"

Time: 13.00-14.00 hours
Location: CPB-office, Bezuidenhoutseweg 30, The Hague, room 1, Duinzaal

Presentation: Bodo Aretz (German Council of Economic Experts)

Discussant: Gerdien Meijerink (CPB)

Language: English

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Abstract subject:
The Brexit vote in the UK last June is a step backwards regarding European integration. The UK is expected to be the hardest hit by any negative economic impact. The long term economic implications largely depend on the nature of the future economic relationship between UK and the European Union. From an institutional perspective, the balance of power is likely to shift if the United Kingdom - as one of the most market-oriented member states - were to break away from the EU. The German Council of Economic Experts advocates constructive negotiations to either prevent an exit or at least to conclude a successor agreement that will minimise the damage for both sides. However, in their view the four fundamental freedoms of the EU must be respected. Delayed integration into social security systems, on the other hand, does not constitute a breach of the freedom of movement of persons. In light of rising eurosceptic movements all over Europe, the German Council of Economic Experts believes that the EU should focus more on the principle of subsidiarity so that it can concentrate more efficiently on its key tasks. The EU should assume greater responsibility in matters relating to internal security, external border controls and climate policy whereas areas such as fiscal, labour market and social policy should be dealt with at the national level.

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