Kent Pro Europese Protesten, or simply Kent ProEU, is a grassroots movement in Kent, England that advocates for the UK to remain in the European Union. The group was founded in response to the 2016 Brexit referendum, in which 55.4% of Kent residents voted to leave the EU.
Since its inception, Kent ProEU has organized numerous protests, rallies, and events to raise awareness about the benefits of EU membership and to push for a second referendum on Brexit. The group’s members come from all walks of life, but they are united in their belief that leaving the EU would be detrimental to the UK’s economy, security, and standing in the world.
One of Kent ProEU’s most notable protests took place in March 2019, when hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Canterbury to call for a “People’s Vote” on the final Brexit deal. The protest was part of a nationwide campaign to give the British public a say on the terms of Brexit, including the option to remain in the EU.
In addition to organizing protests, Kent ProEU is also involved in community outreach and education. The group holds public forums, debates, and information sessions to dispel myths about the EU and to highlight the benefits of EU membership, such as access to the single market, funding for local projects, and opportunities for young people to study and work abroad.
Despite facing criticism and hostility from some Brexit supporters, Kent ProEU remains committed to its mission of keeping the UK in the EU. The group continues to advocate for a second referendum and to make the case for why EU membership is in the best interests of Kent, the UK, and Europe as a whole.
As Brexit negotiations continue and the deadline for the UK’s departure from the EU draws nearer, Kent ProEU’s work has never been more important. The group’s members are determined to make their voices heard and to ensure that the future of the UK is decided democratically and in the best interests of all its citizens.