Factors of growing Euroscepticism in the EU.

Abstract

The article analyzed the main reasons of Euroscepticism. In particular, the author paid attention
to the political conditions of Euroscepticism's increasing, and the causes of citizens' distrust in the EU. An interconnection between Euroscepticism and the crises in the EU and how these crises influenced a public opinion was determined.

According to the study, the reasons of Euroscepticism have divided into certain types. Opposition to the EU emerged with since the founding of the EU but was delitescent. During the twentieth century, despite some economic problems, the level of EU support grew steadily until 2007. However, due to the direct or indirect influence of internal and external factors, the opposition to the European Union began to gain momentum. As a result, Euroscepticism moved from a latent state to the implementation of practical tasks, an unprecedented process – the withdrawal of Great Britain from the organization.

Analyzing the statistical indicators of the citizens' position to the EU, as well as the domestic political situation in the organization, the author can conclude that not only significant economic and social problems have contributed to the growth of Euroscepticism. The growth of opposition to the European Union was influenced by the activities of populist parties and movements from Central and Eastern Europe, which began to join the organization after 2004. Eurosceptics from the new Europe uniting with anti-Europeans from the United Kingdom took advantage of the difficult economic situation in the organization and migration challenges. They also conducted a successful information campaign against the EU. As a result, confidence in the Union has dropped significantly. Furthermore, citizens doubt in the effectiveness of the organization was increased.