I still think agreeing to a scrutiny timetable for the bill is the best way to get Brexit done. Boris will have to make some concessions on workers' rights and on the environment, but rather that then the gamble of an election.
What do workers rights and the environment have to do with whether the U.K. is in the EU or not. The U.K. had those in high regards prior to the EU anyway. Why is that such a concern in context of leaving the EU?
Some MPs do not understand why there needs to be divergence on this as the current legislation does not prevent greater worker rights than the eu minimum.
In their view changing this allows the opportunity for worse rights down the road, maybe to gain a competitive edge.
He has to have the election anyway. Can't really do anything other than compromise to Labour going forward.
Get Brexit locked in so it will happen (Remain off the table) then get on with the GE to get the majority for the next 5 years he needs to lead the country (or if its Corbyn, destroy the country).
If the opposition keep insisting on confirmation vote then get the GE done first then complete Brexit.
Labour obviously do not trust the electorate to not vote in a Government that wants to reduce workers rights.
I would point out that a cornerstone of our democracy is that decisions taken by one Government cannot bind following Governments so how would these 'assurances' work?.
Or perhaps they are just looking for ways to stop brexit?
Author: Rasczak
25-11-2019 21:50:30