“Taking Back
Control” is not a new concept in British politics. It has been
tried once before with consequent isolation that is in effect until now. I am referring to Henry VIII who
around 1530 grew frustrated about the dictate from Brussels - sorry
Rome - and took control of his own divorce deal. He had to found an
independent Church of England in the process which is almost
identical to the Roman Catholic Church except for the leadership and
scope of influence.
I wonder whether Henry had used some phrase similar to “Taking Control Back” at the time... Let us remember some of the context and consequences which include interesting similarities with the current attempt at Brexit 2.0 :
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