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Originally Posted by frogstamper
But his already in the shadow cabinet with every chance of being the next home secretary, surely he stands a better chance of repealing the 42 day motion if he stays where he is. This is what a serving minister does if he feels that strongly, not a member of the opposition, it says to me Davis has had a falling out with Cameron who must have told him that he will not repeal the act if they gain power. If that were the case I would have a lot more respect for him, but apparently Cameron is going to campaign for him!! we certainly are not getting even half the picture here.
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I think it could be well a chance to gain some sort of mandate to oppose the 42 days law when the Lords kick it back to the house. Certainly would make it harder for it to be forced though via the parliament act.