Scottish Court Says Johnson's Suspension Of U.K. Parliament Is Illegal
The Court of Session says the prorogation "was unlawful because it had the purpose of stymying Parliament" ahead of the Oct. 31 Brexit deadline.
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U.K. Parliament Recesses As Boris Johnson Reels From String Of Defeats
Lawmakers barred the prime minister from pursuing a no-deal Brexit, then rejected his bid to call early elections. Now, as Parliament begins a suspension he requested, Johnson is in a tight spot.
Britain's House Of Lords Approves Bill Blocking No-Deal Brexit
The House of Lords gives final approval to a bill blocking Britain from leaving the European Union without first securing an exit agreement.
How A No-Deal Brexit Could Destroy The Irish Dairy Industry — And Threaten Peace
The lack of a border has contributed to a booming dairy business between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland – the types of dealings experts say helped make peace between the two a reality.
Johnson To Call For Snap Election After Conservatives Suffer Key Parliamentary Defeat
In a dramatic day, a defection robbed Johnson's ruling Conservative Party of its single-seat majority in Parliament and lawmakers set the way to vote to prevent the U.K. from a no-deal Brexit.
Brexit Showdown Looms As MPs Prepare To Return To Parliament
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he is not planning to seek early elections — though observers say that may change if his political opponents push through a bill blocking a no-deal Brexit.
Brexit Watch: Why The Move To Suspend U.K. Parliament Matters
A legislative recess may sound ho-hum, but the news was a shock. Here's a quick look at what happened, why it matters and what comes next.
Like The Empire Itself, The British Pound Is Not What It Used To Be
The pound was long the symbol of Britain's economic might. The chaos surrounding Brexit, the country's 2016 decision to leave the European Union, has sent the currency falling sharply.
Many Britons React With Anger Over Suspension Of Parliament
The leader of Britain's House of Commons called those opposed to the move "phony" and questioned whether lawmakers have the "courage or the gumption" to bring down the government.
Britain's Boris Johnson Appeals To EU To Drop 'Irish Backstop' Demand
In response, European Council President Donald Tusk says the idea would lead to reestablishing a border. Johnson calls the backstop deal "inconsistent with the sovereignty of the U.K."