Brexit: A reminder of the UK Population and Voting Breakdown

This chart provides a detailed breakdown of the UK population in the context of the Brexit vote. Out of a total population of 65.8 million, 46.5 million were eligible to vote. However, a significant portion, 19.3 million, were ineligible. Among the eligible electorate, 13 million either did not turn out or submitted spoiled ballots. The chart further dissects the voting population by region, highlighting that 28.5 million voters were from England, 2.7 million from Scotland, 0.8 million from Ireland, and 1.6 million from Wales. This visualization underscores the complexity of the voting landscape during the Brexit referendum, revealing that a substantial number of individuals did not participate in the vote, either due to ineligibility or non-turnout. The regional breakdown also provides insight into the distribution of voters across the UK, which played a crucial role in the outcome of the referendum. The data highlights the importance of understanding voter demographics and participation rates in political decisions of such magnitude.

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