The United Kingdom`s long and arduous process of leaving the European Union has reached a critical moment: the vote on the Withdrawal Agreement. This agreement, negotiated between the UK and EU, lays out the terms for the UK`s departure from the bloc, including issues such as the Irish border, citizens` rights, and the UK`s financial obligations.

The vote on the Withdrawal Agreement is scheduled to take place on December 11, 2018, in the UK`s House of Commons. It is widely expected to be a contentious vote, with both supporters and opponents of the agreement making their views known.

For those who support the agreement, it represents a necessary compromise that will provide certainty for businesses, citizens, and investors alike. The agreement includes a transition period during which the UK will continue to follow EU rules and regulations in order to provide stability and a smooth transition for businesses. It also includes provisions to protect the rights of EU citizens living in the UK, as well as UK citizens living in the EU.

Opponents of the agreement, however, argue that it represents a bad deal for the UK. Many believe that the agreement does not go far enough in protecting the UK`s interests, particularly with regard to the Irish border. They worry that the backstop, a provision that would keep the UK in a customs union with the EU if no other solution is found for the Irish border, would jeopardize the UK`s ability to strike independent trade deals in the future.

The outcome of the vote on the Withdrawal Agreement is far from certain. If the agreement is defeated, it is unclear what will happen next. The possibility of a “no deal” Brexit, where the UK leaves the EU without any kind of agreement, has been widely discussed. This would likely have significant economic and political consequences for both the UK and the EU.

As the date of the vote approaches, attention will be focused on the UK`s politicians and their positions on the agreement. The fate of the Withdrawal Agreement will have a significant impact on the future relationship between the UK and the EU, and will be closely watched by businesses, citizens, and investors around the world. Stay tuned for updates on this important issue.