Boats, bankers and borders: five symbols that sum up Brexit a decade on

TL;DR

The Nissan Sunderland factory, a symbol of manufacturing prowess, received significant state aid following Brexit uncertainty, but production has declined significantly, though a potential deal with Chery might offer a lifeline.
The fishing industry, a vocal supporter of Brexit, has not seen its fortunes reversed; EU boats retain access to UK waters until 2025, and the export of seafood to Europe has become more complicated.
The shift from burgundy to blue passports has created new border formalities and costs for Britons traveling to the EU, impacting tourism and leading some to seek alternative citizenships.
Recruitment and retention of EU care workers became challenging post-Brexit, leading to a surge in non-EU worker recruitment, which has since been met with tightened immigration rules.
The City of London, initially feared to be severely impacted, has largely adapted and continued to boom, with fewer job losses than initially predicted and a deregulation drive.
Brexit's impact is difficult to disentangle from other global challenges like the pandemic, war, and economic shifts.

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