Boris Johnson has given the success of Brexit a mark out of 10. During an interview on LBC, Johnson described Brexit as a “great thing” and was asked by presenter Nick Ferrari to rate it out of 10 – with one being the worst and 10 being the best. Johnson responded by saying, “I’d give it 10/10 for what it enabled us to do during the pandemic, and that was the biggest problem I had during my time in government.”
He went on to explain, “I think the problem is not with the decision itself, it’s not even with the implementation of the decision, the problem is with the use we make of it right now and the championing of Brexit.” When pressed to rate the current state of Brexit, Johnson revealed his final verdict.
To find out the mark he gave to Brexit, watch the video above. This moment captured Johnson appearing to squirm as he shared his assessment. The former prime minister’s rating of Brexit comes at a time when the impact and ongoing discussions surrounding Brexit remain key topics in the UK political landscape.
In the interview, Johnson’s reflections on Brexit shed light on his perspective on the decision as well as its implications, particularly in the context of handling challenges like the pandemic. His choice to give Brexit a top score underlines his belief in the benefits and opportunities it presented during a critical period for the country.
As Brexit continues to shape policies, agreements, and relationships, Johnson’s assessment provides insight into his outlook on the landmark decision. Whether his rating resonates with the wider public or sparks further debate remains to be seen.