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Brexit breakdown: a big day in the north

2019• 16 minPG

Synopsis

64% of Wigan residents voted for Brexit, reflecting the town's struggles with deindustrialisation and austerity as they seek solutions for their future.

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Why Watch

  • Captures the voices of Wigan residents discussing their experiences with austerity and Brexit.
  • Features the Fir Clemt food recycling project and its impact on the community.
  • Covers the disconnect between political decisions and the realities faced by working-class people.
  • Shows the pride and determination of locals in seeking solutions to their challenges.

Did You Know

  • Wigan was a universal credit pilot area before voting 64% for Brexit.
  • The local food recycling project Fir Clemt is named after local slang meaning 'very hungry'.
  • The documentary mentions that Wigan has been one of the areas hardest hit by austerity in England.
  • The rejection of Theresa May's revised Brexit deal occurred 17 days before Britain was due to leave the EU.

Perfect For

Residents of Wigan and surrounding areasPeople interested in the effects of austerityThose curious about community-led initiativesViewers wanting to understand Brexit's local impact
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Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of Wigan voted for Brexit?

Wigan voted 64% for Brexit.

What is Fir Clemt?

Fir Clemt is a food recycling project in Wigan, and its name means very hungry in local slang.

What did MPs do regarding Theresa May's Brexit deal?

MPs voted overwhelmingly to reject Theresa May's revised Brexit deal for a second time.

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