The distinction between “EU-born” and “EU-Nationals” is important here, as EU nationals’ rights to live and work in the UK could to be affected by Brexit, while the rights of those born in the EU, but who have British nationality will not. Some of those born in the EU are UK nationals. The number of EU born people residing in the UK during 2016 is slightly lower (3.5 million). This total includes some people born in the UK or non-EU countries who are EU nationals. NumbersĪnalysis of the UK Labour Force Survey suggests approximately 3.6 million EU nationals resided in the UK during 2016. This commentary provides key data about EU migration to and from the UK and the EU migrant population of the UK, synthesises some of the Migration Observatory’s analysis on the issue, and provides links to key pieces we have put together on the subject. The high level of EU migration to the UK was an important factor in the vote to leave the EU, and the impacts of Brexit are likely to be particularly significant for both EU nationals in the UK and UK nationals in the EU. Unless a deal between the UK and the EU is struck to extend the timeline, the UK will cease to be a member of the EU in two years. With the triggering of Article 50 on March 29th the Government will begin the formal process of the UK leaving the European Union.
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