Voices: 'They were warned': Readers divided over Cornish fishermen who say Brexit left them betrayed

This feature part of The Independent’s Europe: The Way Back campaign examines whether Cornwall fishermen felt betrayed by Brexit or were sold a misleading promise. Reporter Alex Ross traveled to Cornwall to hear from fishermen who feel promises to reclaim British waters and revitalise coastal communities were not delivered. Readers largely split, with some arguing accountability lies with politicians who championed Brexit rather than Brussels, while others note concerns about trade barriers and access to European markets existed before the referendum. The discussion also includes reflections on food security, domestic industry support, and differing views on Europe’s influence, illustrating a contentious, ongoing debate about Brexit’s real impact on fishing communities.