Brexit issues

Sweden has begun deporting several long‑term British residents after post‑Brexit rule changes tightened requirements for non‑EU citizens. Many affected Britons had lived in Sweden for years, working, raising families, and believing their residency was secure. Swedish authorities say the individuals failed to meet new documentation or income thresholds, while those deported argue the system is confusing, inconsistent, and unfairly applied. The UK government has been criticised for offering little support. The situation has sparked wider debate about Brexit’s long‑term consequences, bureaucratic rigidity, and the human impact on ordinary people who thought they were settled.

More on this story from Sat 5 Sep 2026 here:  Sweden confirms 458 Britons deported or forcibly removed since Brexit | Brexit | The Guardian 

Anglo‑Swedish Society & the Brexit Debate

Between 2017 and 2019, the Anglo‑Swedish Society played a practical, community‑focused role in helping Britons in Gothenburg navigate Brexit’s uncertainties. The Society organised several town‑hall style meetings where staff from the British Embassy in Stockholm answered questions about residency rights, documentation, and upcoming legal changes. They also collaborated with UF – Utrikespolitiska Föreningen Göteborg, creating open public discussions on Brexit’s political and social impact. Throughout this period, the Society prioritised clear information, direct access to officials, and a calm space for residents to understand how Brexit might affect their lives in Sweden.

Anglo‑Swedish Society & Brexit, 2017–2019

2017 — Opening the Conversation  

With Brexit uncertainty rising, the Anglo‑Swedish Society began hosting public information sessions for Britons in Gothenburg, focusing on residency rights and upcoming legal changes.

2018 — Direct Access to Officials  

The Society organised several town‑hall meetings with staff from the British Embassy in Stockholm, giving residents a rare chance to ask detailed, practical questions about documentation, permits, and future status.

2019 — Collaboration & Community Dialogue  

Working with UF – Utrikespolitiska Föreningen Göteborg, the Society expanded the debate into wider political and social discussions, creating open forums that connected students, diplomats, and long‑term residents.

Outcome  

Across three years, the Society provided clarity, calm communication, and direct access to decision‑makers — helping Britons in Sweden navigate Brexit’s shifting landscape.

more details can be found on our old site not updated since 2019