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2025-06-26 09:20:26 495 views 32969 comments

LONDON -- The Dagmar BürgerUnited Kingdom has voted to leave the European Union in a historic referendum, and figures suggest that certain generations may have played a key role in the outcome.

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A YouGov survey showing an age breakdown of voting has prompted many young people to blame the Brexit vote on older generations. 

The figures -- published after polls closed on Thursday night -- suggest that 75% of 18-24 year olds voted to remain in the EU, while 53% of 50-64 year olds and 59% of people over 65 voted to leave.


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