Remaining is the best deal

Sir, – The Brexit debate rages on but one thing never mentioned is the closeness of the original vote to leave, certainly too close for comfort.

David Cameron is to blame for that; such an important referendum should have required a two-thirds majority.

It’s since the referendum that we are learning the implications of Brexit, so we were anything but informed at the time of voting.

The prime minister, Theresa May, and several ministers, voted to remain, so how can she be so enthusiastic about Brexit now?

Ordinary people can change their minds, but a prime minister?

Top politicians like Liam Fox and David Davies said two years ago that leaving with a good deal would be a “cakewalk” – so how can we trust them now?

The European Movement in Scotland tells us that remaining in the EU is by far the best possible future for us economically and socially.

Any other deal comes with real costs.

A Norway solution brings the burden of customs duties and a hard border in Ireland.

A Canada-style solution does not give full free trade, particularly in services.

Leaving with no deal, and resorting to World Trade Organisation arrangements, is economic suicide.

I’m inclined to believe the European Movement in Scotland.

Dermot O’Sullivan. Law Street, Dundee.