The Work and Pensions minister , Amber Rudd , has warned Prime Minister Theresa May that up to 40 government ministers could resign if she does not allow a free vote on a cross - party amendment to repeal Article 50 if there is no plea agreement by the end of February .
The Work and Pensions Secretary, Amber Rudd, has warned Prime Minister Theresa May that up to 40 government ministers could resign if she does not allow a free vote on a cross-party amendment to extend Article 50 if there is no Brexit deal by the end of February.