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Will Rishi regret running from the vote?

Jun 20, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Parliamentary Procedure

  • Labour's chief whip shouted "no" during the Boris Johnson vote to ensure a division.
  • This forced a count of MPs in favor, against, and abstaining, revealing the extent of Conservative abstentions.
INSIGHT

Narrative of the Vote

  • The narrative surrounding the vote focused on Johnson's misleading of Parliament and its impact on democracy.
  • Prominent female MPs led this discussion, emphasizing the importance of upholding parliamentary integrity.
ANECDOTE

Theresa May's Speech

  • Theresa May's speech was praised for its dignity and pointed criticism of Johnson's actions.
  • Her comment about "parliamentary sovereignty" highlighted the irony of Johnson's previous stance.
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