MPs pass amendment to block Boris Johnson from suspending parliament and forcing through no-deal Brexit

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MPs pass amendment to block Boris Johnson from suspending parliament and forcing through no-deal Brexit
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Minister Margot James quit the government to vote against 'prorogation', while four Cabinet ministers abstained

If the Commons is prorogued at the time, the amendment, tabled by Labour MP Hilary Benn, states that it must be recalled to sit for at least five days.Cabinet ministers Philip Hammond, David Gauke, Rory Stewart and Greg Clark - all declared opponents of a no-deal Brexit - all abstained. Northern Ireland secretary Karen Bradley had permission not to take part in the vote.

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