The UK Parliament rejects Boris Johnson's request for a general election for a second time as it heads for a six-week shutdown.
The House of Commons has rejected Boris Johnson's request for a snap general election. Johnson had requested a general election in mid-October so a new parliament would be in place before the October 31 Brexit deadline. However, Johnson's opponents will not support an election until he has been forced to seek a Brexit delay on October 31, or passed a deal in the Commons.
The House of Commons has rejected Boris Johnson's request for a snap general election. Johnson had requested a general election in mid-October so a new parliament would be in place before the October 31 Brexit deadline. However, Johnson's opponents will not support an election until he has been forced to seek a Brexit delay on October 31, or passed a deal in the Commons.
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