Country Quote by Boris Johnson
“If we get outside the EU, if we leave the EU system, we will be relieved of a huge amount of unnecessary regulation that is holding this country back. We will be able to set our own priorities, make our own laws and set our own tax policies to suit the needs of this country. We have a huge opportunity also to make people's votes count for more.”
About This Quote
Leaving the EU would free the UK from what the speaker sees as excessive regulation, allowing independent law‑making, tax policy, and greater electoral impact.
In simple terms: EU exit = regulatory freedom and more national control.
Key Takeaway
Sovereignty can be regained by abandoning supranational rules.
Themes
politics
sovereignty
regulation
tax policy
democracy
Mood
assertive
optimistic
Type
political statement
visionary claim
When to use this quote
- Brexit negotiations
- post‑EU trade agreements
- domestic tax reform
Key Concepts
national autonomy
policy flexibility
Practical Applications
- Design a national regulatory review
- Engage citizens in priority‑setting
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards are needed if regulations are reduced?
- How might increased sovereignty affect international relations?
A Different Perspective
Regulation can also protect consumers and markets; removal may increase risk of lax standards.
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