“The United Kingdom is leaving the European Union,” she said. “Theresa May has confirmed Britain is heading for a hard Brexit,” said Tim Farron, the leader of the centrist Liberal Democrats. “Theresa May has made clear that she is determined to use Brexit to turn Britain into a bargain-basement tax haven on the shores of Europe,” Mr. Corbyn said. countries, but it’s actually a threat to the British people’s jobs, services and living standards.”PhotoThe response from European leaders was more muted. Supporters of Britain’s departure from the European Union have argued that leaving will provide new trading opportunities.

Source: New York Times January 17, 2017 07:41 UTC