Stakes Are High For Johnson's Brexit Deal In 'Super Saturday' Vote

Stakes Are High For Johnson's Brexit Deal In 'Super Saturday' Vote

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Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a significant challenge in getting his Brexit deal approved by the UK Parliament. His deal, similar to Theresa May's but without the Northern Ireland backstop, requires parliamentary support during a rare weekend session dubbed 'Super Saturday.' The deal has received mixed reactions, with some former Conservative members supporting it, while opposition parties and the DUP reject it. If Johnson fails to secure approval by 11:00 PM, he must request an extension to the Brexit deadline from the EU.

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How does the Northern Ireland backstop clause affect the new agreement?

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What is the significance of the 'Super Saturday' session in the context of the House of Commons?

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