Brexit: What you need to know
Last updated on: Monday 4 January
The UK left the European Union (EU) at 11pm on 31 January 2020 under a negotiated deal called the EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement. The Withdrawal Agreement provided for an extension of all EU law until 31 December 2020 in order to give the UK time to negotiate itself properly out of the EU.
The Withdrawal Agreement also included a provision on citizens’ rights, how to secure lawful residence, and what rights and entitlements are protected if a person satisfies the conditions of the agreement.
On 30 December 2020, parliament accepted a post-Brexit trade deal agreed between the UK and the EU. The transition period during which the UK has been able to continue to access the Single Market and Customs Union ended at 11pm on 31 December 2020.
Read the Mayor's latest statement on the trade deal.
Support for European Londoners
The European Londoners Hub provides clear and impartial information including details on how to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme and guidance on EU citizens' rights as well as translated material.
Support for London businesses
The London Business Hub pulls together advice and guidance on preparing for new trade arrangements with the EU after the end of the transition period on 31 December 2020, and includes a range of bespoke guides produced in partnership with some of the UK’s leading EU experts.
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