Late British monarch Queen Elizabeth II reportedly held reservations about the United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union, according to fresh revelations in a new book.
In The Queen and Her Presidents: The Hidden Hand That Shaped History, journalist Susan Page sheds light on the monarch’s private views, including a rare conversation with former U.S. president Barack Obama.
Queen’s Private Concerns Over Brexit
According to Page, Queen Elizabeth II questioned the decision-making process behind Brexit, particularly the use of a public referendum to determine such a critical national issue.
She reportedly remarked that it was difficult to understand why a prime minister would call for a referendum without certainty about its outcome, given the stakes involved.
The monarch is said to have believed that a decision as significant as the U.K. leaving the European Union should not have been left solely to a public vote.
A Rare Glimpse Into Her Views
Throughout her reign, Queen Elizabeth II maintained strict political neutrality, rarely expressing personal opinions on major political matters in public.
As a result, her stance on Brexit remained the subject of widespread speculation both during her lifetime and after her passing in 2022.
However, Page notes that during one of the most intense periods of debate, the Queen shared her genuine perspective privately with Obama—offering a rare glimpse into her thinking on one of the most defining political events in recent British history.
Lasting Interest in Royal Perspectives
The reported remarks highlight the complexity of the Brexit debate and the quiet influence of the monarchy behind the scenes. While the Queen never publicly intervened, her alleged concerns continue to draw interest as new details emerge.
The revelations add another layer to understanding how one of the world’s longest-reigning monarchs viewed a pivotal moment that reshaped the United Kingdom’s future.
