British House of Commons, 2022
Agenda: The Aftermath of Brexit: Navigation Post Brexit and its implications
“To each, constancy in our duty; courage in the face of danger; and resolve, whatever the cost.”
—Winston Churchill, 1940
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Dear Delegates,
Welcome to the British House of Commons.
As the dust of Brexit settles, the United Kingdom stands at a political crossroads. The promises of sovereignty and independence have given way to a far more depressing reality: economic uncertainty, shattered public trust, and a Parliament that appears more divided than ever. This committee will traverse the extremely complex aftermath of the United Kingdom's exit from the European Union, tackling both the visible and less evident effects of this historic change.
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Brexit was never just a question of borders and red tape; it was always a national reckoning. It exposed the widening fault between different ideologies, generations, and regions. Trade disruptions, labor shortages, and inflationary pressures have put the economy under more strain than ever before. The absence of EU labor and new laws has made it difficult for British industry, especially manufacturing, healthcare, and agriculture, to adapt. The pound has collapsed under international scrutiny, supply chains have halted, and firms are confronted with red tape. Rising living expenses, stagnant wages, and a growing sense of disenchantment with those in authority are the results of this for the typical citizen.
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But the greatest toll may not be economic—it may be the erosion of unity.
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You inherit a shattered Parliament. Ideological divisions still exist inside Labour, with Momentum's progressive fervor clashing with the party's more centrist elements. There is pressure on both the Conservative and Unionist parties to find a middle ground between calls for social responsibility and a return to strict Thatcherite principles. In a turbulent climate, the Liberal Democrats aim to position themselves as moderate centrists despite their smaller numbers. The Scottish National Party, meanwhile, is becoming more vocal in its calls for independence, seeking a return to Europe, and questioning whether Westminster can still claim to represent Scotland's future representative.
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Amid these tensions lies a deeper question: what does it mean to be British now?
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Post-Brexit Britain must redefine its place on the world stage. Brexit. As geopolitical tensions worsen, especially in Eastern Europe, Britain's standing as a global actor is once again under jeopardy. The choices taken in this committee will have a significant impact outside of these walls and will test diplomatic credibility, defence obligations, and energy security. Even if Ukraine isn't officially on the agenda, the threat of Russian invasion is real, challenging Parliament to balance domestic upheaval with international duty.
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You are facing the future of the United Kingdom itself, not the future of a single prime minister or political party. You are faced with existential and pressing questions: Is it possible for Parliament to create a stable vision for Britain after Brexit? Will party divisions widen, or will new coalitions form? Is a new era of disintegration upon us, or is it possible to create a new national identity?
Policies passed in our committee could reshape trade, immigration, foreign policy, and constitutional order. The stakes are nothing short of historic.
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Delegates of the House of Commons, the future is uncertain. The weight of a divided nation sits squarely on your shoulders. Will this be a moment of reckoning or rebirth?
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The floor is yours.
Letter from the Director
"Sometimes it’s not about being the smartest in the room, it’s about being the one who sees the room differently. You want change? Then stop trying to fix the system from within the box it was built in. You’ve got to be brave enough to question it — and bold enough to build something better."
— Mike Ross
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Dear delegates,
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As Director of the British House of Commons, it is my honour to welcome you to the 29th Conference of CMUN. Through these 3 days our committee will deliberate upon several key factors that have led to the current situation we are in today. From failing Brexit policies, to the ineptitude of Boris Johnson through the course of this raging pandemic. As we move forward, this committee will have to face challenges, both internal and external, and decide its own path going into the future. With the crucial element of this committee being the fact that it lies in the present era, allowing delegates to learn from past, but also current events, most recently the political uproar within the lands. The committee must aim to resolve all issues and concerns of the populace in the United Kingdom, while dealing with new and unique challenges thrown their way. The committee will revolve around changes we can make to our current frameworks and how to resolve the issues with our current Brexit policies, amending them, or scrapping them all together.
Delegates must take into account that you are not only representing your character in committee, but also your constituents, the people within it. You as a unit represent the British population. You, the delegates of the HOC, are under a microscope being viewed by the entire world. Will you succumb to the pressure, and turn this nation into the “Not so United Kingdom”, or will we once again restore ourselves to the standard we once held. Enemies exist far and wide, some even within our ranks, it is now up to you, the delegates of the House of Commons, to decide the future of our great nation.
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It seems only yesterday that I sat down eagerly for my first ever MUN’s opening ceremony, cluelessly staring at the projector as the chairs explained this suspicious new term called “parliamentary procedure” to me. Yet, 11 MUNs later, here I am, with the journey to get here being nothing short of worthwhile. 2 continents, 6 suits, 3 laptops, 40 Redbulls, 300 hours of paperwork and 5 best delegate awards later, I’m glad to have taken MUNing as an 8th grader.
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While I may come off as procedure and results driven, I will try and make committee as interesting and dynamic as I can, for I strongly believe a productive committee often has its roots in being a fun committee. Apart from my love for Model UN, I possess a rather simple life for someone who’s taken the National curriculum. I’m a Year 12 student at Cathedral and when I’m not in the classroom complaining about all the assignments I have, you’d be sure to find me in some corner watching Formula 1, busy analysing aerodynamics on the Redbull. I’m passionate about all things related to motorsport as well as football related with a severe delusion that Arsenal will win the league this season. I love watching TV shows, with Suits being a regular victim of my binge habits, because since when was being a wannabe Harvey Specter a bad thing? I play football in my free time, the only sport where my physicality makes up for my lack of skill.
CMUN for me, funnily enough, was my first heartbreak, when I wasn't selected all the way back in 2021. And today, it comes back to break my heart, as it happens to be my 4th and final CMUN, this time as your Director. If there's one thing MUN has taught me, it's that it was never about the diplomacy, it was never about the countless hours of paperwork, it was about the friendships made and the sleepless nights where the only thing keeping me awake was the laughter and humour of my sleep deprived friends. Just like when I first stood on the podium, I'm failing to find the words to address you in this letter today, as I hang up my boots on my MUNning career. So i’ll end by saying this, the suits may come off, the watches may stop ticking, but the memories and voices that once shook the walls of Trident, will echo in my mind forever.
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My advice to any first-time delegates is to just remember the fact that every member of the Secretariat was once in your position, as, if not more nervous than you. I firmly believe that a confident delegate makes for a good delegate and urge all of you to carry yourself with pride and energy. The only way to be established in a committee is to speak your heart out and try and garner the support of other delegates, a tip I find myself giving to new and experienced delegates alike. The importance of paperwork in this committee cannot be stressed enough and the committee must not lose grasp of the fact that we’ve assembled to create new alliances and better old ones, not to further crumbling policies and decisions over everything else. Delegates must also be thorough in their research and adhere to their character. I can also be reached at for any doubts related to procedure, topic area or even introducing yourself at hoc.cmun25@gmail.com Apart from this, my final piece of advice is something former director, and my brother instilled in me. “Back your ability, seize the moment, and make the most of it.”
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I’d like to wish all the delegates the very best and we hope to provide you with the most comprehensive and exhilarating MUN experience possible. On that note, I’d like to leave you all with one of my favourite quotes and best piece of advice I can impart to you.
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“When you’re backed up against a wall, you break the whole thing down.”
- Harvey Specter
Until August,
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With Warm Regards,
Vyom Buhariwalla,
Director,
British House of Commons.
Vyom Buhariwalla
Director