1. Amid all the argument, the Brexit Select Committee took evidence recently from representatives of the UK’s most important industries and services. We asked them what No Deal would mean to them, listened to what they had to say and concluded the following in our report:
— Hilary Benn (@hilarybennmp) August 12, 2019
There are now at least three different versions of Brexit. Theresa May’s deal, Boris Johnson’s deal and Nigel Farage’s ideal deal. When those who support Brexit can’t even agree on what it means, going back to the people to give them the final say seems rather sensible.
— Hilary Benn (@hilarybennmp) November 3, 2019
I will be voting for a confirmatory referendum in the House of Commons next week so that the British people can decide between leaving with a deal or remaining in the EU. #PutItToThePeople
— Hilary Benn (@hilarybennmp) March 23, 2019
Delighted that our Bill to stop a damaging No Deal Brexit on 31 Oct has now been passed by the House of Lords, but very troubled by the Prime Minister’s repeated statements that will he not seek an extension under any circumstances. Either we have the rule of law or we do not.
— Hilary Benn (@hilarybennmp) September 6, 2019