BREXIT

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I never realised that the UK had to introduce VAT in order to join

Fazersharp, VAT replaced the UK’s purchase tax.  And it was definitely a step in the right direction. 



Mrs May has challenged Corbyn to a live TV Brexit debate prior to the Commons vote.
YamFazFan, Yes apparently “Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn have agreed to take part in a live TV debate on Brexit before MPs vote on the deal.”  https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-46355299


I presume that Northern Ireland, Wales, and Scotland will also be represented.