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Old 05-09-2019, 09:12   #1869
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Re: PM Boris forms a government

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Originally Posted by ianch99 View Post
What is not being discussed (much) is if Johnson can veto his own request for an extension?
The wording of the Benn Bill seems to suggest they think it would be possible under the provisions of the Lisbon Treaty for the PM to just veto any offer the EU made. The Bill details what the PM is allowed to do under various possible outcomes and what parliament’s role would be.
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