Brexit represents an enormous change – and transition – for the citizens of Ireland, for many Irish firms and for the economy as a whole. Our work on Brexit has spanned across our mandates, and we have published extensive analysis of, and advice on, the risks and the steps required to mitigate them.
[xlii] Ensuring that people, households, firms and the country adapt, adjust, and manage this change is a constant process. Brexit will inevitably bring disruption – even with a ‘deal’ – which, by its very nature, will dissipate over time. But we must not lose sight of the inevitable long-term costs. Any form of Brexit will be damaging for Ireland.