Buiter Says Brexit Agreement a Cave-In of U.K. to EU

The transcript discusses the uncertainty surrounding Brexit's impact, particularly on smaller nations like the Netherlands. It analyzes the proposed agreement, which is seen as a concession by the UK to EU demands, and explores the concept of a soft Brexit. The discussion highlights the importance of avoiding hard borders in Northern Ireland and the implications of continued EU membership without voting rights for the UK. The overall tone suggests that the agreement could be beneficial for both the UK and the EU.

What concerns do hard Brexiteers have regarding the proposed agreement?

In what ways can the UK 'pretend not to be in the EU' as mentioned in the discussion?