A meaningful vote and a campaign launch
The last few weeks have seen dramatic and important scenes in Parliament as peers and MPs have sought to prevent this government from acting like a dictatorship when it comes to the EU. Whether you voted to Leave or to Remain, it is absolutely vital that Parliament has a meaningful say when it comes to Mrs May’s deal with the EU. MPs must be able to say that her deal is not good enough and to send her back to negotiate further. They must be able to say that ‘no deal’ - which
May double-crossed Grieve over Brexit – this is a constitutional crisis
Read my piece in the Guardian here.
Why Brexit is the new poll tax
I've written this week's New European column on why I think Brexit will bring down Theresa May. The full text is available here.
Parliamentary pause, problematic ports: A tour update
This week - for school children and politicians alike - it is half term. Many MPs will be using the time away from Parliament to catch up on casework and spend time in their constituencies. Some will have seized the opportunity for an early summer holiday. Either way, what is not happening is Parliamentary business. No bills are being scrutinised or passed. No updates are being offered on Brexit. No debates are being had on the crucial and pressing issues facing our country.