CLEAN : UK: hard to imagine bigger government defeat than Supreme Court ruling (expert)

The video discusses a Supreme Court ruling that deemed the Prime Minister's advice to the Queen to prorogue Parliament as unlawful. This decision highlights the distinction between government and parliamentary powers, emphasizing the legal and political implications. While the ruling is not directly about Brexit, it touches on the institutional relationship between Parliament and the government. The Queen's role is clarified as following ministerial advice without discretion, placing responsibility on the Prime Minister.

What did the Supreme Court rule regarding the Prime Minister's advice to the Queen?

• It was unlawful.

• It was partially lawful.

• It was irrelevant to the case.

• It was lawful and justified.

What was the government's stance on the court's involvement in the prorogation issue?

• The government welcomed the court's involvement.

• The government requested the court's intervention.

• The government believed the court should not be involved.

• The government was indifferent to the court's involvement.

What does the Supreme Court's decision imply for Boris Johnson's position as Prime Minister?

• He must call for new elections.

• He is under no legal obligation to resign.

• He is legally obligated to resign.

• He must resign immediately.

What is the primary focus of the Supreme Court's decision according to the third section?

• The legality of Brexit.

• The role of the judiciary in political matters.

• The economic impact of Brexit.

• The institutional relationship between Parliament and the government.

What is the expected role of the Queen in following ministerial advice?

• She should question and have discretion over the advice.

• She should follow the advice without question.

• She should consult with Parliament before deciding.

• She should independently verify the advice.