UK remains deeply divided on Brexit five years on, poll finds

Emphasizes persistent division and stalemate; leads with Remain advantage in hypothetical re-run; frames Brexit as divisive rather than exploring implementation outcomes or Leave perspective benefits

Persistent domestic division weakens UK's negotiating position with EU and reduces capacity for decisive foreign policy. EU gains relative advantage as UK struggles with internal consensus. Scotland and Northern Ireland's divergent Brexit views increase centrifugal pressures on UK union.

Similar to post-American Civil War sectional divisions (1865+) where unresolved fundamental disagreements on national direction persisted for decades, preventing unified national strategy and requiring periodic renegotiation of core constitutional arrangements.

Persistent political division undermines consumer confidence and household spending decisions. Ongoing Brexit uncertainty delays major purchases and investment, while trade friction increases costs for imported goods affecting household budgets.

Continued political gridlock may prevent coherent economic policy responses to post-Brexit challenges. Risk of further referendums or rejoin campaigns creates regulatory uncertainty. Government may need to implement targeted support for Brexit-affected sectors and regions to address growing economic disparities.