Einar H. Dyvik
Research expert covering Nordics and global data for society, economy, and politics
Brexit in Scotland - Statistics & Facts
The result of the UK referendum on European Union membership meant that as of June 23rd 2016 the United Kingdom would take steps to ensure a political and bureaucratic departure from EU membership. Yet, pro-EU electors in Scotland outnumbered the pro-Brexit population by over 640 thousands votes. A majority of Scottish balloters wanted to remain, despite the collective result throughout the UK in favor of leaving.
