Europe: In or Out

[Gwylan]

I disagree, do you really think they would kick out pensioners who are contributing to their economies , not taking up jobs that locals could do or social housing that locals could use ?

No. Like I said, I can't see EU citizens being kicked out of their homes - it's really, really unlikely. But, if that did happen and thousands of Spanish citizens came flooding back to Spain (and judging by the number of Spaniards in Brighton's Aldi, there are lot of them here), I can't see the Spanish government overjoyed by the cost of additional unemployment benefit to pay out.

So, yes, in the very unlikely event of mass repatriation of EU citizens, I would expect some sort of action from European governments.

 

[Herr Tubthumper]

There's been some interesting debate today. This has actually been a pleasure to read.

 

[Marty___Mcfly]

I would be interested to see a list of the 'good' things about being in the EU, which would not be possible for the UK to achieve if they were out of it.

Can't think of many myself.

 

[Pretty pink fairy]

Watching Question Time last night, two of the panellists made the point that Norway is OUT of the EU so does not sit at the decision-making table yet STILL has to pay 75% of the membership fee and STILL has to jump through hoops to sell their goods.

This could be the fate of the UK if we vote to leave.

One of the audience who said he'd vote to leave said that the German car manufacturers who get their components still made in the UK would continue to buy stuff from us regardless. I don't see why this would be the case, indeed I could see more manufacturing lost to Eastern Europe if we leave.

typical bedwetter
regards
DR

 

[Pretty pink fairy]

britain is nothing like norway,..britain has a much larger economy for a start,.since when was it said that britain has to stick to the same set of rules that apply only to norway, once britain gains freedom it is then that it is able to make decisions for itself.. .

the myth politics determine trade deals.. certainly that be the case all the time britain is trapped inside the EU ... a mate of mine runs his own electrical business, currently the EU restricts him from making any deals for himself meaning that he cant expand his company, once out he then has the opportunity of making a deal that suits both him and his customer which current EU legislation's such as red tape and the like prevent him from doing, . whilst big corporate businesses can easily withstand this sort of treatment it doesn't exactly give bundles of encouragement to the smaller businesses who want very much to progress and make a go of things...

Good to see you posting mate , been a while
regards
DR

 

[Kalimantan Gull]

Ah, the polls closed now, but I would have (and will) vote IN. There's plenty I don't like about the EU, but I couldn't with a conscience vote against the environmental regulations produced by the EU that are much stronger and more extensive than anything our own governments come up with. The water framework directive, birds directive, common fisheries policy and crucially, the habitat directive, would not be replaced with anything so rigorous in our own parliament. Major policies on climate change, acid rain, renewable energy, water pollution, sustainable development and so on have been developed by the EU and they are the best in the world at protecting our natural environment. So for that reason, I'm IN

 

[Hampster Gull]

I would be interested to see a list of the 'good' things about being in the EU, which would not be possible for the UK to achieve if they were out of it.

Can't think of many myself.

What are the ones you can think of?

 

[The Rivet]

On an Albion win night I love all persuasions. Great result. The love wont last though.

 

[Pavilionaire]

typical bedwetter
regards
DR

Good contribution.

 

[brighton fella]

Ah, the polls closed now, but I would have (and will) vote IN. There's plenty I don't like about the EU, but I couldn't with a conscience vote against the environmental regulations produced by the EU that are much stronger and more extensive than anything our own governments come up with. The water framework directive, birds directive, common fisheries policy and crucially, the habitat directive, would not be replaced with anything so rigorous in our own parliament. Major policies on climate change, acid rain, renewable energy, water pollution, sustainable development and so on have been developed by the EU and they are the best in the world at protecting our natural environment. So for that reason, I'm IN

climate change another brain dead idiot who believes in everything that he is being told.
if people can still afford to put their trust in to a communist dictatorship and knowing what it aims to acheive then this country deserves all that is chucked at it and more. some folk seriously need to give their heads a wobble

 

[brighton fella]

Good to see you posting mate , been a while
regards
DR

i come back and stumble across this thread and nothing surprises me, even the poll suggests that opinions have not changed. what hope have we mate.

 

[Deleted member 22389]

climate change another brain dead idiot who believes in everything that he is being told.
if people can still afford to put their trust in to a communist dictatorship and knowing what it aims to acheive then this country deserves all that is chucked at it and more. some folk seriously need to give their heads a wobble

I think the whole issue about Climate change has been confused now. Seems like a way to just get more money out of governments and people.

 

[Marty___Mcfly]

What are the ones you can think of?

To be honest I can't think of ANY, but I was trying to make my comment sound more reasonable.

Why the hell are Norway paying in to the EU if they're not a member?

Ridiculous.

 

[W.C.]

climate change another brain dead idiot who believes in everything that he is being told.
if people can still afford to put their trust in to a communist dictatorship and knowing what it aims to acheive then this country deserves all that is chucked at it and more. some folk seriously need to give their heads a wobble

Some people like yourself are just too greedy with the brains! You should share some out.

 

[Pretty pink fairy]

i come back and stumble across this thread and nothing surprises me, even the poll suggests that opinions have not changed. what hope have we mate.

its NSC home of the left wing bed wetters, I wouldn't take this poll as accurate at this point in time

regards
DR

 

[Pretty pink fairy]

Ah, the polls closed now, but I would have (and will) vote IN. There's plenty I don't like about the EU, but I couldn't with a conscience vote against the environmental regulations produced by the EU that are much stronger and more extensive than anything our own governments come up with. The water framework directive, birds directive, common fisheries policy and crucially, the habitat directive, would not be replaced with anything so rigorous in our own parliament. Major policies on climate change, acid rain, renewable energy, water pollution, sustainable development and so on have been developed by the EU and they are the best in the world at protecting our natural environment. So for that reason, I'm IN

is that going to save our identity in the long run ,sustainable development you couldnt make it up
regards
DR

 

[Kalimantan Gull]

climate change another brain dead idiot who believes in everything that he is being told.
if people can still afford to put their trust in to a communist dictatorship and knowing what it aims to acheive then this country deserves all that is chucked at it and more. some folk seriously need to give their heads a wobble

Thats just the most ridiculous reply to a serious post. Science matters, and importantly, the process of science matters, and if you want to ignore it thats up to you but your ignorance won't change reality.

 

[Kalimantan Gull]

is that going to save our identity in the long run ,sustainable development you couldnt make it up
regards
DR

Is this a joke account?

If it isn't, can I ask why you feel the British identity should not be aligned with sustainable development?

 

[W.C.]

Is this a joke account?

If it isn't, can I ask why you feel the British identity should not be aligned with sustainable development?

Don't waste your time mate. The man is a moron.

 

[alfredmizen]

No. Like I said, I can't see EU citizens being kicked out of their homes - it's really, really unlikely. But, if that did happen and thousands of Spanish citizens came flooding back to Spain (and judging by the number of Spaniards in Brighton's Aldi, there are lot of them here), I can't see the Spanish government overjoyed by the cost of additional unemployment benefit to pay out.

So, yes, in the very unlikely event of mass repatriation of EU citizens, I would expect some sort of action from European governments.

You're missing the point , I could see WORKERS being kicked out , but not retirees, they cost nothing and ultimately spend money in whatever economy they reside in.