The UK left the European Union (EU) on the 31 January 2020 and has agreed a new relationship with the EU, that came into effect on 31.12.20 - outlined in the EU (Future Relationship) Act. Details of the act which, among other things, covers trade, fishing, security, transport and EU programmes is available, with a summary explanation available.

For more information visit the Brexit page on https://www.southend.gov.uk/council-8/brexit