Barrister 'concerned' whether Boris Johnson will comply with Benn Act

The transcript discusses the Prime Minister's commitment to send a letter to the EU requesting an extension as mandated by the Ben Act, if a withdrawal agreement isn't passed by Parliament by October 19th. Despite this, the PM has been telling Parliament that the UK will leave the EU by October 31st, creating a contradiction. The legal implications of this contradiction are explored, with potential personal consequences for the PM if he fails to comply with the court's and Parliament's requirements.

What did the Prime Minister promise to do by October 19th if the withdrawal agreement is not passed?

• Hold a public referendum

• Send a letter to the EU requesting an extension

• Negotiate a new deal with the EU

• Resign from his position

What did the Prime Minister assure the court regarding the extension request?

• He would send a second letter to cancel the request

• He would delay the request until November

• He would not undermine the extension request

• He would ask EU members to reject the request

How do the Prime Minister's statements to Parliament differ from his legal commitments?

• He promised to leave the EU by October 31st regardless of circumstances

• He planned to hold a general election

• He intended to abolish the Ben Act

• He agreed to a new trade deal with the EU

What is the main concern of the legal case against the Prime Minister?

• Ensuring he follows the court's and Parliament's directives

• Forcing him to resign from office

• Making him negotiate a new deal with the EU

• Preventing him from holding a public referendum

What potential consequence is mentioned for the Prime Minister if he fails to comply?

• He could lose his parliamentary seat

• He could go to prison

• He could be fined

• He could face impeachment