British MEPs in line for 6m Euro 'golden goodbye' when the UK leaves the European Union

The transcript discusses the impending departure of British MPs from the European Parliament in March 2019 due to Brexit. It highlights the personal and professional impacts on MPs, including unemployment and lifestyle changes. The discussion covers transition payments for MEPs, legal entitlements, and potential controversies. It also explores the future roles of British MEPs and the possibility of them remaining in some capacity. The transcript concludes with reflections on the contradictions and ironies of Brexit, including the financial implications and potential for further European elections.

What is one of the main emotional impacts of Brexit on British MPs as discussed in the video?

• They will have to learn a new language.

• They will miss the European cuisine.

• They will lose their celebrity status in the city.

• They will have to relocate to a different country.

What is the controversy surrounding the transition payments for British MEPs?

• The payments are funded by the European Union.

• The payments are only for those who voted to remain.

• The payments are funded by the British taxpayer.

• The payments are not legally required.

What potential role could British MEPs have during the transition period?

• Voting members with full rights

• Non-voting honorary members

• Observers without any rights

• Temporary members with veto power

What is the irony mentioned in the video regarding the Brexit bill?

• It is used to support new trade agreements.

• It funds the construction of new EU buildings.

• It is used to pay for the redundancies of leave-supporting MEPs.

• It is used to fund pro-Brexit campaigns.

What could happen if the British Parliament does not finalize Brexit before the next European elections?

• British MEPs will lose their seats immediately.

• British MEPs will automatically retain their seats.

• British MEPs will have to contest the elections again.

• British MEPs will be banned from the elections.