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The EU needs to reform itself. The outcome of the British referendum should be respected, whatever the outcome might be. (Photo: ec.europa.eu)

Reform the EU, with or without Britain

On Thursday 23 June, Britain will vote on whether in to stay or to leave the EU.

From a Dutch, British and European perspective, I wholeheartedly support Britain staying in the EU. The influence and position of both the UK and the EU will decline in case of a Brexit. Scots, Welsh and the Northern-Irish could opt for leaving the UK in order to remain part of the EU. I fear this could turn Great Britain into little England.

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The EU needs to reform itself. The outcome of the British referendum should be respected, whatever the outcome might be. (Photo: ec.europa.eu)

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