The EU referendum was held seven years ago this week, transforming the lives of Britons who had made their home on the continent. But how did the vote change their view of the UK – and themselves?
I lived and taught bilingually in Switzerland for the latter part of my career. After my retirement and my mother’s funeral, I had the chance to remain in the family home in the UK, but I felt like a foreigner in Britain. So I decided to settle in the old farmhouse in France that my late husband and I had – somewhat enthusiastically – bought many years before with hopes of renovation. It was the best option to live out my years.
