LONDON – A timeline of key events related to Britain’s decision to leave the European Union:Jan. 23, 2013: British Prime Minister David Cameron promises a referendum on Britain’s membership in the EU if the Conservative Party wins the next general election.
He does so to try to garner support among euroskeptics within his own party.May. 7, 2015: British voters elect a majority Conservative government.
Cameron confirms in his victory speech that there will be an “in/out” referendum on European Union membership.Feb. 20, 2016: Cameron announces that he has negotiated a deal with EU leaders that gives Britain “special status.” He confirms that he will campaign for Britain to remain in the 28-nation bloc.