Some people voted for the wrong reasons

[PoshinDevon]

The young people are of course the future. If they want to influence the direction and course of the United Kingdom, you have to ask why only 36% of those aged 18 - 24 years of age bothered to vote. If they had turned out prior to the referendum and exercised their democratic right, who knows howthings may have turned out.

At the end of the day the votes were cast and the result stands and no point in trying to push the age argument as reason those who wanted to remain have been let down.

We have two children and partners who are not much older than this age group. They are not downbeat, they continue to remain positive and are getting on with their lives. Make of this article what you will, for me its just dissapointing that the so called young did not turn out.

From the Independent Newspaper.


http://www.independent.co.uk/voices/eu- ... 05396.html

[kibsolar1999]

I agree with poshin that it is very disappointing that only 36% bothered.
I also believe that 18 years is a sensible border to become an adult with all rights and duties.

Despite the fact that you can marry and serve the army before you had your first vote.. That should be not permitted. ( and much more) as well.

Anyway, when i read some of the comments here, then i believe it would be a godd idea not only to restrict the entrance age (18) but also to introduce a maximum age...

[PapaBravo]

Amid all the talk about the great downturn in the economy and the dramatic aftermath of Brexit, not to mention the 'endless' list of 'experts' who warned us of the dire consequences if we left the EU, it is good to hear of other 'experts' who do not seem to think that things will be all bad.

[quote]Business leaders spoke up for Britain yesterday, insisting the decision to quit the EU would not harm their companies.
The vote has stoked fears that vital British trading links could be cut off after the nation dared to defy the European Union, with thousands of jobs supposedly at risk. But as markets rallied yesterday, bosses began to challenge that view, expressing optimism about the opportunities ahead.

Premium car maker Jaguar Land Rover insisted its plans were unchanged and said German rivals were unlikely to support new barriers to growth
Even investment banks denied a feared stampede for the exit, although some City jobs could still be lost.
Group strategy director Adrian Hallmark said: 'If you look at the volumes German premium manufacturers sell in the UK, I can't imagine they would want to see such a market opportunity being cut off. 'It's in the interest of the EU to maintain access to the UK market, so I can't imagine there would be any overly punitive measure in the premium end of the business. It would be cutting the European nose off to spite its face.'
This echoed the view of engine maker Rolls-Royce, which stressed the referendum result had made no difference to its business.
Earlier this week, the company said there was 'no immediate impact', but the medium and long-term results would depend on relationships struck between Britain and the EU.

Japanese car makers with UK plants such as Toyota and Nissan could be affected, but analysts say they are likely to take years to decide what they do next.
Next boss Lord Simon Wolfson has already said he believes the country can thrive outside the EU and there is 'huge potential' for the economy

FTSE HIGHER THAN IT WAS BEFORE POLL FOLLOWING 3.85 PER CENT RISE
The London stock market has clawed back all of its losses in the wake of the Brexit vote – easing fears of a full-blown meltdown for savers.
Panic selling sent share values falling on Friday and Monday after Britain voted to leave the European Union, wiping more than £92 billion off the value of blue-chip companies. But the FTSE 100 index bounced back on Tuesday and rose another 3.58 per cent yesterday to close at 6,360.06. That was some 22 points higher than it was on Thursday night before the result of the referendum was known.
Sterling also rose against the dollar and the euro, although it remains well below where it was when the polls closed last week.
Analysts hailed the dramatic turnaround on the London stock market but warned of further volatility ahead amid continued uncertainty over Britain's new relationship with Europe.
'It is safe to say that, of all the post Brexit outcomes discussed across the City over the past few months, 'buying frenzy' was not one that was viewed as very likely,' said Chris Beauchamp, senior market analyst at trading firm IG.
'The plethora of bargains on offer plus a welcome period of calm in the UK-EU relationship has provided the opportunity for markets to recover in impressive fashion.'
The rally stunned many analysts, although most expect further big swings before the markets settle.

Now the chief executive of electronics firm Dixons Carphone has argued his company would handle the result well.
Seb James said: 'In the last five days we've seen trade pretty much continue as before, with sales up.
'For most people in the country, they are carrying on doing what they were doing before.'
He added: 'I'm optimistic. We have got a good track record of dealing with these things both in the UK a few years ago and in Greece last year, where we emerged with higher market share and better profitability.
'The world keeps turning. Of course, it is early days. The job is to focus on the future.
'There will be a period of uncertainty in the financial markets. But Dixons is coming from a position of strength.'

Online grocer Ocado believes it might also be on course to benefit from Brexit, with the weaker pound likely to help it secure a long-awaited overseas licensing deal.
And in the telecoms industry, BT chief executive Gavin Patterson said some British businesses would fail but it could give others space to grow.
'I see this as a moment of opportunity,' he added. 'There are going to be businesses that don't make it through this.'
Dido Harding, chief executive of mobile operator TalkTalk, struck a note of defiance, saying: 'What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. I refuse to be doom and gloom.'
Investment bankers are likely to find the Leave vote hardest to swallow. Before the referendum, several warned jobs would move abroad if Britain lost its access to the EU's single market. But Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley denied rumours yesterday that they had pre-let office space in Frankfurt in case a rapid move was needed.

[Dalartokat]

Mark Carney - Bank of England speech started UK time 4:00pm and the summary so far from the Guardian newspaper.


https://www.theguardian.com/business/li ... iness-live



This is the full speech.....http://www.bankofengland.co.uk/publicat ... ech915.pdf

[waz-24-7]

Certainly some good news coming out at moment.
I think the possibility of remaining in the single market is critical as ALL are relaying. Even Boris!!
There are costs.
UK will need to pay in and except free movement of labour. The EU leaders have made this very clear.
No submission of article 50. I guarantee some behind closed doors conversations even tho they are saying no negotiation until UK submits article 50.
Will the BREXIT camp accept that I wonder? I suspect many have voted and are now no longer interested. That what the government will hope.
Mr Farage may make a song and dance but he is already a has been as he was last election. Boris now he has declared no interest to lead will now low the party line. Definitely better news as the political landscape develops.

Still way too early to count the chickens.
The new Prime Minister will have a task but if the UK can swing towards a part remain then yes there will certainly be some celebration as both camps will get some benefit and the UK can recover.

[kibsolar1999]

hey!!
you all seem to forget that the UK did not even apply for a brexit.