UK officially leaves EU after 47 years

Time taken to read : < 1 Minute

Brexit supporters holding a party in Parliament Square (Photo: BBC)

KATHMANDU: The United Kingdom has officially left the European Union after 47 years of membership, BBC reported.

Candlelit vigils were held in Scotland, which voted to stay in the EU, while Brexiteers partied in London’s Parliament Square.

The historic moment, which happened at 23:00 GMT, was marked by both celebrations and anti-Brexit protests.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has vowed to bring the country together and “take us forward”.

(With inputs from Agencies)

Publish Date : 01 February 2020 10:10 AM

Comment