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House of Commons Library: the extension of Article 50

The House of Commons library has published a paper clarifying the role of domestic law in extending Article 50. Section 20(4) of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 allows a Minister of the Crown to change exit day provided that … Continue reading

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Brexit: House of Commons’ votes on extension of Article 50

This evening, MPs voted on whether or not the UK should seek permission from the EU to delay Brexit beyond 29 March 2019. The Government motion for debate was: “That this house: (1) notes the resolutions of the House of … Continue reading

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It's Hard Out There for a Commons

I just finished reading a fascinating draft article about the Eco-Patent Commons, a commons where about 13 companies put in a little fewer than 100 patents that could be used by any third party. A commons differs from cross-licensing or … Continue reading

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House of Commons meaningful vote: update

We have published a short video following this evening’s House of Commons vote on the draft Withdrawal Agreement. The Government lost the vote by 230 votes. We will track and report on developments over the coming days.   Read more detail … Continue reading

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Summit Commons Legionnaires Outbreak – What You Need to Know

The Summit Commons Legionnaires outbreak has the state capital of Rhode Island in a buzz. Why? Health authorities have 3 confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease in a local nursing home. According to the Rhode Island Department of Health, these cases involve … Continue reading

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