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UK & EU: a bumpy relationship from the start

UK & EU: a bumpy relationship from the start
Copyright  Glyn KIRK / AFP
Copyright Glyn KIRK / AFP
By Joanna Gill
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We take a look back at the UK's history with the EU, a 47 year relationship marked by ups, downs and opt-outs, in 3 minutes.

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Britain and Europe - it has been a rocky relationship marked by enthusiasm, sarcasm and scepticism. But let's turn back the clock to a time when a British prime minister actually led the charge for a European community of nations. We break down the relationship breakdown in three minutes.
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