This archive report was first published on 15 September 2019.
Published on September 15, 2019, the UK's Brexit saga continues to unfold with unprecedented twists and turns. The country's decision to leave the European Union, made in a 2016 referendum, has proven to be a complex and contentious issue.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who took office after Theresa May's resignation, has vowed to take Britain out of the EU by October 31, 2019. However, his efforts have been hindered by Parliament's rejection of his deal with Europe, not once but three times.
Johnson's attempts to call an early election to boost his Conservative Party's majority have also failed, with opposition parties coming together to vote through a new law forcing the government to seek another delay in negotiations.
The law requires Johnson to seek an extension to negotiations on October 19, 2019, if no deal has been agreed upon by then. Failure to comply could result in the Prime Minister being held in contempt of court and even facing imprisonment, according to judicial sources.
Meanwhile, the suspension of Parliament for five weeks has sparked controversy, with some MPs protesting the move by waving placards and singing patriotic anthems.
As the Brexit drama continues to unfold, other issues have also made headlines, including a review into malpractice by pupils across the UK, which recommends a blanket ban on all watches to prevent cheating.
Additionally, an update on the six-year-old French boy who was thrown from the top of a building in London has revealed that he is making 'amazing progress' and understands his family, despite being unable to speak or move his body.
Finally, a 71-year-old man who disputed a speeding charge and spent £30,000 on legal fees has spoken out against the 'steamrolling' of ordinary people by the justice system.
