Since the triggering of Article 50 of the Treaty on European Union in 2016, the United Kingdom has been dealing with issues such as the controversial Brexit withdrawal agreement, the future relationship between the UK and the EU, and more. The article has become synonymous with the Brexit process and the UK's departure from the EU.

Article 50 states that any member state wishing to withdraw from the block must notify the European Council of its intention. From there, the other 27 member states must negotiate the terms of the withdrawal. The parties involved in the negotiations have two years to reach an agreement. If a deal is not reached within that time frame, the state will automatically be removed from the bloc with no further negotiations taking place.

The withdrawal agreement is designed to protect the interests of both parties and ensure an orderly transition out of the EU. Issues that must be addressed include, but are not limited to, the rights of any citizens who will be directly affected by the withdrawal, trade arrangements and the division of any liabilities and assets. Ultimately, Article 50 provides the framework for an orderly exit for a nation that wishes to leave the European Union.

The UK's withdrawal from the bloc was the first time that Article 50 had been invoked, and in many ways it set a precedent for any other potential departures from the union in the future. The article provides guidelines on the withdrawal procedure, ensuring that the process is orderly and peaceful, as well as protecting the interests of both the nation leaving the block and the other 27 members.

However, it is worth noting that Article 50 does not offer a guarantee for a successful withdrawal. Negotiations can often become tense and difficult to complete, and disputes between the member states can lead to delays. Thus, the future of Article 50 remains uncertain and ever-changing.