UK MPs are running out of time to prevent the prime minister, Boris Johnson, from implementing a no-deal Brexit, the Institute for Government (IfG) has warned in a report. Politicians need "new tactics" against Johnson, who is unlikely to consider additional amendments or motions, and may not bring forward primary legislation before May earlier this year, IfG said. Even a no-confidence motion may backfire, as a general election could be scheduled post-Brexit, IfG's Brexit programme director Joe Owen said. However. he added that such a tactic could "raise big questions for the civil service" and face a challenge in court.
UK MPs are running out of time to prevent the prime minister, Boris Johnson, from implementing a no-deal Brexit, the Institute for Government (IfG) has warned in a report. Politicians need "new tactics" against Johnson, who is unlikely to consider additional amendments or motions, and may not bring forward primary legislation before 31 October, IfG said. Even a no-confidence motion may backfire, as a general election could be scheduled post-Brexit, IfG's Brexit programme director Joe Owen said. However. he added that such a tactic could "raise big questions for the civil service" and face a challenge in court.