Background
Assembly participants were given the following briefing papers and presentations.
Presentations
Briefing papers
These briefing papers were provided to members of the Citizens’ Assembly during the first weekend of deliberations. They were written by the Assembly organising team in consultation with our Advisory Board. They contain neutral information about the issues that the Assembly is discussing.
Background: A Quick Introduction to the EU
by Admin | September 8, 2017 | Citizens' Assembly on Brexit
What is the European Union? The European Union (EU) is a group of 28 European countries. These countries are known as ‘member states’. The EU is like a ‘club’....
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Background: The Brexit Process
by Admin | September 8, 2017 | Citizens' Assembly on Brexit
Brexit: Where are we now? Brexit is taking place through several steps: In June last year, UK voters decided to leave the EU in a national referendum. In March...
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Background: What is a Citizens’ Assembly
by Admin | September 8, 2017 | Citizens' Assembly on Brexit
What is a Citizens’ Assembly? A citizens’ assembly is a way of giving members of the public a voice in important policy decisions. The members of a citizens’ assembly...
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