The UK is holding its referendum on EU membership today. Polling stations are open across the country as voters decide whether to remain in or leave the European Union.

Key Issues

The campaign has been dominated by debates over:

• The Economy: Supporters of remaining in the EU argue that membership provides access to the single market and boosts economic growth. Those advocating for leaving contend that the UK would be better off outside the EU, free to negotiate its own trade deals.
• Immigration: Concerns about immigration levels have been a major driver of support for leaving the EU. Proponents of Brexit argue that leaving would allow the UK to control its borders and reduce immigration.
• Sovereignty: Those in favor of leaving the EU argue that membership undermines the UK’s sovereignty and that the country should be free to make its own laws.

Possible Outcomes

The outcome of the referendum is uncertain. Polls have consistently shown a close race between the remain and leave camps. A vote to leave the EU would have significant consequences, including:

• Economic uncertainty
• Potential trade barriers with the EU
• Changes to immigration policy
• A possible renegotiation of the UK’s relationship with the rest of the world

A vote to remain in the EU would maintain the status quo, but the UK would likely continue to face pressure to address concerns about immigration and sovereignty.