Dealing with Brexit
Politics is all about choices. David Cameron made couple choices, regarded as major mistakes. Policy failures having major negative consequences. Not allowing civil servants to plan for Brexit. Letting Europe dictate party policy. Theresa may have mishandled Brexit. Making similar mistakes which destroyed David Cameron. Fixed timetable forced both to follow not lead. Europe could make or break her.
Regardless if you support in, out reviewed. Alternatives reviewed seeking ease any concerns. Subject to scrutiny from institutions designed to make decisions. Policy rushed or based on public opinion is incorrect. Public could turn on Theresa may.
What should Theresa may have done?
- No fixed timetable on article 50
- Answer questions about article 50 in detail
- Answer constitutional questions
- Setup the process about leaving, correct level of preparation.
- Begin preparation letting civil servants do their job.
- Have clear plan for every stage
Any speech Theresa may should stated support for Brexit. Conditions around this support, letting institutions begin work. Stating the Government position review European relations, no changes to relations at the moment. Realistic rushing would be major mistake. Theresa wants the Government fully ready. Major preparation required before process can even be started. Preparation required during the article 50 process. Stability required with public opinion favouring that. Unwilling to support the process without preparation. Stating just how difficult the process would be inviting others to join.
Leading Brexit becoming voice of stability she could be rewarded. Blank cheque support can see voters turn against you quickly.