Boris Johnson government admits for first time PM will asks for Article 50 extension if deal fails
16/10/2019
Prime minister famously said he would ‘rather be dead in a ditch’ – but Brexit secretary now admits he ‘will comply’ with the law.
The PM could be dragged to the court again for a dramatic, late-night session - to force him to obey the law.
Court asked to appoint official to deliver extension letter to Brussels if the prime minister refuses.
Union members join civil rights body Liberty in legal bid to stop PM breaching Benn act.
Brexit secretary suggests PM will send letter to Brussels in absence of agreement.
Blow for PM as judge rules Brexit case will not be dropped until Benn Act 'fully complied' with
21/10/2019
Scotland's highest court has rejected calls to dismiss a case looking into the legality of Boris Johnson's Brexit extension request from the EU.
Former Tory cabinet minister says Boris Johnson's aide is No.10 source responsible for Brexit briefing.
Tory rebel says Boris Johnson would face instant legal challenge if he sought loophole. / The former justice secretary David Gauke has said ministers cannot bypass a new law to force Boris Johnson to seek a Brexit extension despite fears the government has found a loophole to ignore it.