UK Petition Against Suspending Parliament Exceeds 1 Million Signatures

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson decided to suspend Parliament, a move approved by Queen Elizabeth II, reducing the time for lawmakers to prevent a no-deal Brexit. Critics warn that leaving the EU without a deal could harm the economy, leading to higher import taxes, empty grocery shelves, scarce medicines, and increased mobile charges. The UK aims to exit the EU by October 31st, with Johnson committed to this deadline even without a deal. A petition against the suspension quickly gained over a million signatures, far exceeding the threshold for parliamentary debate.

What action by Boris Johnson led to a petition with over a million signatures?

• Signing a trade deal

• Calling for new elections

• Suspending Parliament

• Increasing taxes

What is one potential consequence of a no-deal Brexit mentioned in the video?

• Stronger currency value

• Increased mobile phone roaming charges

• Lower import taxes

• More job opportunities

By what date is the UK scheduled to leave the EU?

• September 9th

• November 1st

• October 14th

• October 31st

What did Johnson pledge regarding the Brexit deadline?

• To extend the deadline

• To cancel Brexit

• To hold a referendum

• To meet the deadline with or without a deal

How quickly did the petition against suspending Parliament reach a million signatures?

• In a week

• In 48 hours

• In a month

• In less than 24 hours