The impact of the EU on migrant experiences in Britain
I can recall that the UK joined the EEC in 1973 and that this led to an influx of Eastern and Central European immigration in the early 21st century.
The impact of the EU on migrant experiences in Britain
I can recall that the UK joined the EEC in 1973 and that this led to an influx of Eastern and Central European immigration in the early 21st century.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- After WW2, the European Economic Community (EEC) was founded to forge peaceful connections in Europe.
- Britain joined the EEC (now EU) in 1973 to counter its waning influence after the end of Empire.
- In the 1980s, a European single market was created which allowed free movement of people within the EEC.
- Eastern European countries joined the EU after the USSR's collapse, many citizens of which moved to Britain.
- Opposition to migration from the EU contributed to the 2016 Brexit Referendum.
Keywords
European Economic Community - a trading bloc created by European powers after WW2, also known as the EEC and later named the European Union (EU)
Brexit - a term coined after the UK voted to leave the EU, referring to British exit from the European Union
Referendum - a vote held in which citizens vote directly on a closed question
Eurosceptic - someone who is generally against close ties with the European Union
Common misconception
The European Economic Community (EEC) and the European Union (EU) have always been the same entity with identical goals and functions.
The evolution from the EEC to the EU over several decades, showing progressively deepening integration. This was not a seamless transition but involved significant changes in scope and objectives.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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