Johnson has retreated from threats to break a law forcing him to seek a Brexit delay in October if he is unable to secure a deal.
Downing Street sources had initially indicated they would"sabotage" the legislation or ignore it. The prime minister has now indicated to colleagues he will obey the law and seek an extension if it is forced on him by the courts. LONDON — Boris Johnson has retreated from threats to break the law in order to force through Brexit in October, indicating to senior colleagues that he would accept a three-month delay if it was forced on him by the courts.
Downing Street sources had initially indicated they would"sabotage" the legislation or ignore it. The prime minister has now indicated to colleagues he will obey the law and seek an extension if it is forced on him by the courts. LONDON — Boris Johnson has retreated from threats to break the law in order to force through Brexit in October, indicating to senior colleagues that he would accept a three-month delay if it was forced on him by the courts.
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