Many people have legitimate questions about the EU – particularly on subjects such as EU law making, the costs associated with EU membership and the ability of the UK to control its borders. There is a great deal of misinformation circulating on these subjects. We set out below some frequently asked questions and what we believe are the real answers:
- Does membership of the EU prevent the UK from controlling its own laws?
- Is there too much regulation coming from “Brussels”?
- If the UK leaves the EU, will the European Court of Human Rights still have jurisdiction over the UK?
- Are the EU institutions too big and inefficient?
- Is membership of the EU too costly?
- Can the UK control its borders if it remains in the EU?
- Are the EU’s accounts fraudulent?
- Does EU regulation stifle the City of London?
- Would the UK have more trading influence outside the EU?
- Would the UK be stronger outside the EU?