since leaving the EU, the role of the EU in UK policymaking has been fully removed. Flashcards
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Regaining Control Over Domestic Legislation
The European Union (Withdrawal Agreement Act 2020) ended the supremacy of EU law
It treats EU and non-EU migrants the same, based on skills, salary, and English language ability. This is due to the end of the freedom of movement policies adopted during EU membership.
Ending Legal Supremacy of EU Institutions
European Court of Justice (ECJ) no longer has jurisdiction over UK law.
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In the Miller case (2017), the Supreme Court ruled that the UK government could not trigger Article 50 to begin Brexit without Parliament’s approval. This kind of judicial oversight used to be subject to EU law but is now determined solely by UK courts.
Post-Brexit Trade Agreements
The UK-Japan Trade Agreement (2020) and the UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement (2021) demonstrate how the UK now negotiates its trade policies outside of the EU framework.
EU Laws Still Influence UK Legislation via the Northern Ireland Protocol
Northern Ireland continues to adhere to EU customs rules, and the European Court of Justice (ECJ) retains jurisdiction in some cases, even though the rest of the UK is no longer bound by EU law.
The Northern Ireland Protocol ensures that the ECJ still has jurisdiction over NI in matters where the protocol is involved.
Regulatory Alignment with the EU in Certain Areas
The UK’s Data Protection Act 2018 mirrors much of the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure continued data flows between the UK and EU.
Product Safety and Standards (many areas)-In practice many British standards for products still mirror EU rules so that UK companies can easily export to the EU market without needing to create two versions of products
Export compliance in trade
As of 2024, the EU accounted for approximately 40% of UK exports– must comply with eu standards annd regulations as a major trading partner
