Britain's (Pretty Bad) Plan to Delete all EU Law

The video discusses the Retained EU Law Revocation and Reform Bill, which aims to revoke thousands of EU laws retained in UK law post-Brexit. The bill, initiated by the Johnson government, faces criticism for potentially creating legal uncertainty and constitutional issues. It could impact business investment and significant legislation like the Northern Ireland Protocol. The video explores the bill's details, criticisms from devolved assemblies, and the challenges faced by civil servants in reviewing the laws. The future of the bill remains uncertain, depending on political dynamics within the Conservative Party.

What is the main purpose of the Retained EU Law Revocation and Reform Bill?

• To strengthen the supremacy of EU laws over UK laws

• To remove retained EU laws from UK legislation

• To create new trade agreements with the EU

• To introduce new EU laws into UK legislation

What did the EU Withdrawal Act of 2018 achieve?

• It removed all EU laws from UK legislation

• It established new trade agreements with the EU

• It gave EU laws supremacy over new UK laws

• It incorporated EU laws into UK legislation to maintain the status quo

What is a major criticism of the Retained EU Law Revocation and Reform Bill?

• It will simplify the legal framework

• It will increase business investment

• It will create legal uncertainty and chaos

• It will strengthen the UK's legal system

How have the Scottish and Welsh devolved assemblies reacted to the bill?

• They have implemented it independently

• They have ignored it

• They have criticized it for constitutional implications

• They have fully supported it

What challenge do civil servants face regarding the bill?

• They have too much time to review the laws

• They lack the resources to review thousands of EU laws

• They have already completed the review

• They are not involved in the process

What is a potential political outcome of the bill?

• It will be supported by all political parties

• It will have no impact on the legal system

• It may be reconsidered due to political pressure

• It will be easily passed without opposition

What is a concern for businesses regarding the bill?

• It will create legal certainty

• It will discourage investment due to legal uncertainty

• It will simplify their operations

• It will increase their profits