MPs Vote to Delay Brexit & Verdict on Johnson's Deal - Brexit Explained

The transcript covers a historic Saturday session in Parliament, where Speaker John Bercow announced selected amendments for debate. Prime Minister Boris Johnson presented his Brexit deal, urging MPs to support it. Opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn criticized the deal, citing lack of economic impact assessment and legal advice. The Letwin amendment, which delays approval until implementation legislation passes, was passed, requiring Johnson to request an EU extension. Johnson expressed determination to leave the EU by October 31st, despite the amendment. The government plans to reintroduce the deal for further debate.

What was the significance of the parliamentary session discussed in the first section?

• It was the first time the Speaker selected amendments for debate.

• It was the first time Parliament sat on a Saturday since the Falklands War.

• It was the first time Parliament discussed the Brexit deal.

• It was the first time the Letwin amendment was introduced.

What was Prime Minister Johnson's main argument in his statement to Parliament?

• The UK should remain in the EU.

• The UK should leave the EU with the new deal.

• The UK should hold another referendum.

• The UK should delay the Brexit process.

How did Jeremy Corbyn respond to Johnson's Brexit deal?

• He proposed an alternative deal.

• He supported the deal.

• He criticized the deal for lacking economic impact assessment.

• He remained neutral on the deal.

What was the main purpose of the Letwin amendment?

• To approve the Brexit deal immediately.

• To delay parliamentary approval until implementation legislation is passed.

• To propose a new Brexit deal.

• To reject the Brexit deal entirely.

What was the outcome of the vote on the Letwin amendment?

• The amendment was passed with a significant majority.

• The amendment was rejected.

• The amendment was not voted on.

• The amendment was passed by a narrow margin.

What was Boris Johnson's reaction to the passing of the Letwin amendment?

• He was undaunted and continued to push for the deal.

• He resigned as Prime Minister.

• He was dismayed and decided to negotiate a delay.

• He called for a new referendum.

What challenge did the government face after the Letwin amendment was passed?

• Negotiating a delay with the EU.

• Holding a new referendum.

• Drafting a new Brexit deal.

• Convincing more MPs to support the deal.