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538 Cross Over Special : Is Britain In The Middle Of A Constitutional Crisis?

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Proroguing Parliament: Brexit and the Constitutional Crisis

This chapter examines the implications of proroguing Parliament in the context of Brexit, focusing on Boris Johnson's strategies and the challenges faced by opposition parties. It highlights the tensions between executive power and legislative authority, discussing potential no-confidence votes, and the role of the monarchy in navigating a political crisis. The conversation also contrasts the UK's unwritten constitution with the American system, shedding light on the uncertainty of legal outcomes stemming from this ongoing turmoil.

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