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We've triggered Article 50. Is this such a tragedy for Europe?

It is now possible that new governments in France and Germany will respond to civil society pressure and do what is needed to change the EU, without being blocked by Britain.

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in Berlin, one of 70 cities participating in the 7th 'Pulse of Europe' event demonstrating pro the EU on March 26, 2017. NurPhoto/press Association. All rights reserved.

This is a very sad day for Britain. There is still a possibility that it can be reversed if parliament and the country get a vote on the final deal. But if it does go ahead, among the consequences we can expect are:

1) The end of Britain, as Scotland chooses independence and Northern Ireland descends into renewed conflict