A staggering 50% of Britons would support another Brexit referendum if given the chance, according to a bombshell new poll that reveals deepening buyer's remorse seven years after the historic vote.
The survey by Omnisis shows the nation remains bitterly divided, with 41% still opposing a re-run of the 2016 plebiscite. But the findings suggest growing disillusionment as the UK grapples with Brexit's economic fallout.
The Brexit Backlash
When asked "Should there be another referendum on the UK's membership of the EU?", exactly half of respondents answered yes – a significant shift from the 52-48% Leave victory in 2016. The poll of 1,314 Britons conducted on 19-20 February highlights how economic headwinds have reshaped public opinion.
Key Findings:
- 50% support a new Brexit referendum
- 41% oppose holding another vote
- 9% remain undecided
The results emerge as Britain faces its worst cost-of-living crisis in generations, with many blaming Brexit for compounding economic woes through trade barriers and labour shortages.
Generational Divide
Younger voters overwhelmingly back revisiting Brexit, with 64% of 18-24 year-olds demanding another say. Support drops sharply among older demographics, with just 39% of over-65s wanting a re-run.
This generational split mirrors the original referendum, where 73% of under-25s voted Remain compared to 60% of over-65s backing Leave.
Political Earthquake
The polling data lands as Labour prepares to fight the next election promising to "make Brexit work" rather than reverse it. But with half the electorate now open to rejoining, pressure may grow for a more radical approach.
As food prices soar and NHS staffing crises worsen, the Brexit debate shows no signs of fading – proving this political earthquake still has aftershocks to come.
